Exploring the San Juan Mountains by JEEP! (Corkscrew Gulch, Animas Forks, & Yankee Boy Basin)

While we love our van, it can limit where we can explore due to its size and lack of 4x4. And while here in Colorado, one of the top things we wanted to do was go on some of the 4x4 trails in the San Juan Mountains. So we rented a JEEP!
We spent a very full day driving 4x4 trails all around the San Juan Mountains and had an absolute BLAST! We managed to squeeze in three spots, Corkscrew Gulch, Animas Forks, and some of Yankee Boy Basin, and each one was gorgeous and offered different scenery. It was definitely one of our favorite activities in a while!
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⌚Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
02:15 Corkscrew Gulch
07:00 Animas Forks
14:40 Yankee Boy Basin
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Hi y’all! We’re Adam, Kathryn, and Kona, an adventurous married couple (+ pup!) living on the road in our self-converted sprinter van! You can often find us driving all around the US and Canada, scoping out the best coffee shops, eating tacos and ice cream (we're a 5+ taco and 2+ scoop household), and enjoying nature.
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[@AdventuresofAplusK]

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[@kathyg1754]

That was fun! Something I would not do but enjoyed watching this. You always make it fun. I do miss the tacos and ice cream. 🤤😋

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Good tacos and ice cream have been in low supply where we have been. We’re enjoying sharing a variety of types of activities and what makes these places special and unique!

[@darlenestout7548]

Wow. Awesome. I love the adventures you guys take me on with you. I'm 65 and I can't get out alone so I really appreciate your videos. Loved the ghost town. Super cool 😎

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We're so glad we can bring you along with us Darlene!

[@JasonPuckettNY]

That drone shot over all the mountains ... that was Lord of the Rings style. What an amazing place. You guys rock

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much Jason!

[@paulsavin3734]

I'm from NJ, relocated to Durango almost 15 years ago after visiting repeatedly! I drive, hike and ski these mountains and you're right, the scenery never gets old. Most of all I appreciate your enthusiasm and....awe (?!) of this area - I know exactly how you feel! Thanks for the great work.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

The San Juans definitely have our hearts! We can't wait to return one day! Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@stephenheard8520]

Absolutely love your enthusiasm with driving the Jeep! I've owned Jeeps most of my adult life and I can tell you the excitement of owning a Jeep never goes away. Have been on those same Colorado trails numerous times. One of my favorite off-road areas in the country. Love your videos; keep up the great work.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We LOVE Jeeps now! So wishing we could have one, but maybe one day. We get the hype!

[@turisteandoentexas]

Wow this place is wonderful! The “Switzerland of America” great name for those beautiful mountains

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It's truly one of our favorite mountain ranges we have ever visited!

[@stevevice9863]

My daughter and I were there in July/August '21 and did Engineer and Imogene Pass. It really was an adventure we will never forget. We have a 2000 4Runner with 225K miles on it, but it performed like a champ. That part of America is so unique and stunningly beautiful.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That is awesome! We hear both of those are fun!

[@mandys6227]

THIS was the Colorado content I've been waiting for! I miss Colorado and the mountains. Stunning! Thanks for sharing your adventures 😍

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

One of our favorite CO adventures so far!

[@michellerust2600]

Love! Headed to this area in early August and renting a Jeep ! So excited now!!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yay, so pumped to hear that!

[@debrabalawajder2617]

I loved it! Been there and done that but I never get tired of looking at those Mountain Views! Corkscrew was the first Jeep trail in Ouray that we did. Looking up at those switchbacks looked worse than actually driving it. We rent a Jeep Rubicon out of Salt Lake City so since it’s a rental, they tell us to have fun but not to do the “crazy Jeep trails “ which we wouldn’t do anyway; we keep to the easy and moderate ones and those will give you a scare at times. Looking forward to your next video!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We will never get sick of the views! And the trails we did were the perfect mix of thrilling for us and enjoyable!

[@jdavis7515]

Did not see this video before. Now you're hooked! Once you've been in the high country, there's no turning back! Good job!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That was one of the most memorable and fun times we have ever had! The San Juans have our heart! Thanks!

[@allisonsherman7231]

Yessss! I have been having Jeep dreams lately:) Yes, to turn into a tiny home 👍

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oooo sick! We loved it! We wish we could tow one around with us haha

[@erniechastain7508]

The pure joy radiating from your faces when it seems you are pushing the limits of your comfort zone is just intoxicating. I had a bigger cheezy grin than the two of you. Having a Jeep is like peeing yourself, everyone else can see it but only you can feel the warmth it brings you....

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Bahahahaha that’s hilarious and so true 😂😂😂

[@joycemoses2411]

So beautiful!!! I almost expected you to start singing verses from the "Sound of Music." The old homes were cool! Thank you for sharing!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Hahaha we totally should have!

[@SwiftyTravels]

Ive always wanted to rent a jeep- ESPECIALLY in the San Juans!! That looks AMAZING! I enjoyed the adventure with you two!!!😀😀😀

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

The Jeep was the best and the San Juans are the BEST! So in love with the area!

[@carlkey9136]

Brings back great memories….late summer in the basin has wildflowers beyond belief. Glad you all had a wonderful time.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We bet they are insane! Love us some wildflowers!

[@aislinreynolds]

Love seeing your adventures! Always cool to see the gems you find and explore in Colorado and Utah, since I travel through relatively often. Thanks for sharing!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks for watching! We hope we can give you some ideas for the future!

[@stevensbirds4455]

Thank You for sharing your adventure. Really looks like fun !

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much for watching! It was a blast!

[@CaliKim29]

What an adventure! We, too, enjoy renting the Jeep Wrangler...good times. What a cool loop! Really really enjoyed this episode, and in true A/K fashion, we learned some, too!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

This was one of our favorite adventures to experience and film!

[@WhenAdventureKnox]

Finding old newspapers is fascinating. When we bought our house, we found newspaper pages under some of the carpets. Articles that talked about the country of 'Rhodesia' and adverts for shares in an asbestos company 😲 I know you've been and gone from there now, but if you come across any more old newspapers on your travels, I'd love to know what was published in them! I was really surprised that you had to get the jeep washed after the rental, I would have thought they'd all get caked in mud and so the company would wash it at the end as part of the rental! Stunning scenery though and very cool getting to go to places you can't access without a 4 wheel drive. ❤️❤️

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That is so cool to find newspapers in your home! And washing the Jeep was oddly therapeutic. Seeing it get clean is so satisfying haha

[@brunnie]

Washing the jeep accomplishes two things. 1) - most of the jeep places have a fleet of about 10-15 jeeps so it takes a lot of time to prep the jeep for the next rental as well as repair what ever got broken. 2) - It keeps the renter from just totally trashing the jeep and leaving it filthy, dirty, muddy, etc.

[@donstravelsandrants.]

I drove a jeep twice. Once on the Greek Island of Kos and also on the Island of Malta. I read the piece about you leaving your job to go full time traveling. You both deserve it. Your videos are better than any TV travel channel. Congratulations to you both. I wish you every success.😊👍🎈👏

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Driving a Jeep on islands sounds amazing!! And thank you so much Don, we appreciate the support and kindness!

[@randygreen7871]

Absolutely amazing and stunning views! I can't wait to go there and see it for myself. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It’s one of our favorite areas we have been to in the US!

[@cashstt716]

I will be there in September.....Thanks for the great ideas.....keep the Colorado VLOGS coming....some of your best work ever......

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That means a lot, thank you! Been having the best time here!

[@saranebeling6375]

Great adventure! Smiling so much!! Love your channel!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks and thanks for watching, Sara!

[@annette3488]

Oh WOW!! What a spectacular jeep ride and scenery!!❤️ I admit that road was making me a little nervous😳 but boy the views!! Thank y’all for bringing us along!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

The camera didn't fully capture how tricky some spots were, it was intense at times, but an absolute blast!

[@stephenbarrie9050]

That looked great fun with brilliant views.Thanks

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was an absolute blast!

[@jrlong3490]

All around Ouray is my favorite place in Colorado. Went up Yankee Boy last Summer and photographed the same waterfall. Beautiful. Safe travels.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We loved Yankee Boy! SO happy we decided to just go for it and see some of it!

[@myrapasour5212]

So glad you splurged on the Jeep. We have always wondered if it would be worth the money to splurge on a jeep to explore some of the rough forest roads around the country. The answer is YES! You guys are always showing us new ways to travel and new adventures to explore.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

1000% worth the price! The cost was hard to swallow, but we are so glad we got to see Colorado this way!

[@mcnater]

Man I love Jeeps...just so fun to drive. We rented one in Aruba years ago that was an open top one and you just can't beat that way to drive. So fun to be able to reach and see areas you couldn't otherwise. Those mountains look amazing.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was the best! We wish we could've kept the top down the whole time, but trying to be better about not getting sunburns haha. It was so much fun to explore places we couldn't otherwise!

[@mannyg9059]

I was once like you, but time caught up with me. I can still remember the stinging face from the cold and the numb fingers and toes while driving my '85 Blazer K-5 4wd truck down the washes and up the hills in California and Nevada in the fall. Thanks for sharing.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Father time is undefeated. Thanks for watching!

[@alrichardson7027]

Hello Adventurers😊😊😊, Ohhhh WOW!! That jeep ride through mountains and cliffs and bumpy roads...i was so thrilled to see that. The ghost towns were awesome. I have been to Ouray but haven't been on these jeep trails...im going back there...just WOW!! This was an AWESOME...no...INSANE!!! This was an absolutely INCREDIBLE video! I can't wait to see what's next. Great video👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Ooo go back and rent a Jeep! It was a BLAST! And gorgeous!

[@kimiastewart6293]

Love the video, I took a jeep ride in Colorado once so much fun!

[@susanknobbe9947]

I enjoy your videos!! We too rented from Switzerland 3 years ago. Corkscrew was our first trail as well. Loved your captures and drone footage!! We have been back twice to the San Juans & just can't get enough!! We purchased a Jeep after that trip and recently upgraded to a Wrangler Sahara!! Stay the trail and enjoy!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That is so awesome! We hope to get a Jeep someday. We are in love with the San Juan’s!

[@_kristinaweber_]

Looks like so much fun! You guys make me want to hop in my car and go explore Colorado! The views are beautiful!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It is insanely gorgeous here! 😍

[@231main]

You’ve just convinced us that we must do this all by Jeep. This video will be our go to guide. So helpful!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

The Jeep is a MUST! So fun!

[@michaelsyoutubechannel5857]

Excellent Video! We're taking our Jeep out there this summer to hit some of those same trails. Can't wait.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That was so much fun! We hope you have a great time!

[@oliverjh1281]

Great driving Adam would love to do that one day , that Jeep looked like it could climb Everest lol fantastic scenery thanks for sharing 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Hahaha it probably could, it was a beast!

[@farquletdastagir6173]

Watching all of these videos is extremely fun! Love this channel

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@stargazer5073]

You two are nature lovers, animal lovers, and very respectful ❤ of historical places.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! We care a lot about the places we visit.

[@SchoandJo]

That looked like such an awesome day! We didn’t even know exploring some of these areas in Colorado by Jeep or 4x4 was a thing until you guys did it. So cool!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was sooo dang fun! We had never really considered renting a Jeep, but once we saw the views we could get to with one, we knew we had to!

[@bryanboerger9620]

I was in Ouray last week and did a guided Jeep tour to Corkscrew. Loved every minute of it. It was very bumpy and my fitbit said I did over 7000 steps over my 4 hour tour...thats how tossed around I was.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Hahahah that is so funny! We believe it!

[@davidnilles3117]

Such a fun video! Thanks guys. I’ve taken that road up Yankee Boy Basin and it is incredible. My 3rd trip coming up in August!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Have the best time! I bet it’ll be even more gorgeous then!

[@pamelakern2849]

We are heading up there at the end of the summer . We enjoy all the jeep trails 😁 We enjoy the alpine roads . Animas Forks is a incredible place !! I love to see, you guys enjoy the beauty of this place too. You guys are the BEST !! I love that Kona wears a seat belt. It looks like Kona was relaxing at the end of her ride . What a great dog 🐕 😊

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

This area is made for Jeeps! So so fun! And Kona loves to stay safe with a seatbelt haha and we were so thankful she eventually calmed down.

[@JanetGraniteJeep]

We just found your channel and you guys have absolutely inspired us! We've decided we're taking our Jeep there next September for our anniversary! Love your videos!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Ahhh nice! Y’all will have a blast! Thank you for watching 😃

[@sheliafalgout5043]

You are so fricking brave!! So amazing!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was a bit nerve racking at times!

[@joyouslily2982]

Just did the Canyonlands jeep tour and loved it! Majestic views you can’t see any other way

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That sounds awesome!

[@OffRampAdventures]

This is one awesome place to be! Fantastic place to video!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It has been a dream to film in this area!

[@bradgingerich6814]

Yasssss!!!! Sat down to watch this while eating supper and you did not disappoint! This was so much fun…I think I need to rent a jeep next time I’m in Colorado! The views were EPIC! Awesome vlog and put together so well! You guys rock!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

You definitely should! We had the best time and it's now one of our MUST-DOs in CO!

[@ourspontaenousadventures.2403]

We live in Colorado, I bought my jeep wrangler last year.. wouldn't have any other vehicle! Glad you enjoyed your offloading adventure! 😄

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We totally want one when we have a home base someday!

[@jamiewalters4]

Wow, taking the jeep up there looked awesome! I would definitely love to do that sometime. Adding it to the list!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was such a blast! Now we want one haha

[@JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers]

Thank you for bringing us to where we will probably never adventure too. First we truly appreciate your shot set ups and drone footage while being on a tight schedule! Bravo! It was an an amazing video! Serious the Jeep company should hire you for your footage! Great outstanding job guys! Thank you! ~Cara 😊

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you for appreciating the shots! We wanted to capture it as best as we could, even if we were cramming a lot into one day!

[@JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers]

@@AdventuresofAplusK well I know how much time and planning went into it all you make it look seamless! Thank you!

[@wendysmith2743]

Wow epic views. But gosh the drop off on some parts of the road looked bit scary and also the one part that had a low rock overhang, phew!! Great jeep. Take care.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was a little scary at times! The rock overhang thankfully looked scarier on camera!

[@cmichaelhaugh8517]

Wow!

[@sheafan1971]

Hello from rainy south fla, and another great video by you both. Looks so nice.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Enjoy the rain! Colorado sure could use some with this drought!

[@jasper19661]

Thats amazing did it a few years ago!! Incredible trip! We did it in a Toyota 4 Runner . The Alpine loop was crazy!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yay! So happy you have experienced it!

[@AceGoodheart]

Loving your Colorado videos, but this is the video I was most excited to see. It looks like y'all had a great time off-roading. I'll be there in August to finally let my Jeep breath the mountain air. The scenery looks so amazing, ESPECIALLY with the epic drone footage. Hopefully by next year I'll have a drone to play with. I just got my DJI Osmo Action camera in today so I can't wait to test it out on my Jeep. Kona @ 2:50: "Ummm, I don't know about this guys. I think we should probably turn back." Kona @ 3:07: "Oh Yeah, this is coooool!" Adam was smiling ear to ear the whole video.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

This was one of the best adventures in CO! Such a blast and you will love it! That Kona description is pretty spot on 😂

[@dennysisk6260]

Enjoy the video, that look like a pretty cool trip to take in the Jeep. Ghost town was definitely cool.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It was a lot of fun to walk around the old buildings!

[@loeyminske3459]

Wow! What fun! LOVE the Rocky Mts! They are so majestic and grand. The waterfall was beautiful and I'm glad you had fun 4wheeling it. I'm just a tad jealous, since we are in North Dakota right now. No mountains here! I have to say though, it's very green and pretty, even if it is pretty FLAT. : )

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We love the rockies too! Especially this part! And you'll have to let us know what you enjoy in ND, we may be heading there soon-ish!

[@shupingyin8082]

Love you guys adventure vids. This is super awesome

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you!

[@shupingyin8082]

@@AdventuresofAplusK we are going to Colorado on July 11 hope to rent a jeep too

[@RVAdventuresTV]

Great video. Cindy and I rented a jeep when we were there and traveled some of the same jeep trails. We enjoyed reliving our trip through you guys even though we also have some KZbin videos of our trip. Take care.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yay! Glad y’all have experienced this too!

[@TakeATripTogether]

This was such an exciting video! We've never gone 4x4ing, either, but after seeing your guys do it we feel inspired to give it a try. Looks kinda scary but also exhillerating. And wow, those views were spectacular!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Totally give it a try! It was a BLAST!

[@Kristi22]

Jeeps are the best. 😀 we have a 2021 Rubicon, it's so much fun to take out.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We are jealous! We want one so badly one day!

[@scottplatt3410]

Awesome video. We are doing a trip to CO from FL next year. Will be our first time there. We tow our Jeep behind the motorhome. So looking forward to these trails!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Y’all will have a BLAST! It was so much fun!

[@travmccullough6300]

Another awesome video, guys! Don't know if you'll get over that way this trip but another cool ghost town place is South Park City at Fairplay. It's a living museum that you can walk through unguided. Pretty cool and easily accessible by your van.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That sounds so cool! We may drive through there, but probably won't have time to stop unfortunately.

[@DBooty-23]

Welcome to the Jeep family...at least for the short term.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We wish we could've kept it!

[@jymnmeier3527]

So amazing. I have tp say when I think of you two in a vehicle outside of the van, it has to be a Jeep :) Fits you well. That face Adam made in the Jeep was priceless and loved seeing how much fun he had making it LOL. Colorado is just stunning. Gotta check out this Ghost Town Living channel. Sounds like it checks the boxes for me :) History, Outdoors and Adventure! Much love you two

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

A Jeep is high up on the list for a future vehicle someday (Adam really wants a 4Runner as well!). Tons of fun to be able to drive around places we normally couldn't!

[@JH-mt3pp]

We have rented Jeeps in Ouray many times over the years. I love it ! We were there last September and an early snowstorm cancelled our Jeeping. We will be back.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

So glad you’ve gotten to experience this too! What’s your favorite trail?

[@JH-mt3pp]

@@AdventuresofAplusK I like them all but I'd probably pick Imogene Pass as my favorite. It takes you from Ouray to Telluride and is a more white knuckle experience. We did Black Bear in the early 1980's. Rentals are not allowed on it now. I wouldn't do it on a bet anymore. I get more cautious with age lol.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Ah nice! Imogene pass was still closed for us, but looks amazing!

[@wendysuperfan1014]

Thanks A+K

[@BopjoWebDesign]

Some sick drone footage in this one!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! Adam crushed it!

[@suzanneaydelotte801]

How stunningly beautiful! Loved seeing Kona Bear! I’m sure not a surprise to you all…some of those roads looked a tad bit scary to me! Were they one way roads? Sure didn’t look like other vehicles could pass going the other direction! Great job guys❣️❣️❣️

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

I’m pretty sure people can go both ways, but thankfully we hardly saw anyone because we aren’t sure how we would’ve fit either! But the camera didn’t do the craziness of some of these roads justice haha

[@RoadtrippinwithTakacs]

Very cool. Nice edit. 👍 Too bad you couldn't actually get up to the good part of Yankee Boy Basin. It's spectacular! Maybe next time?

[@jcaff6963]

Renting 4X4 is a great investment. The upgrades on a stock Jeep that Switzerland of America puts into its vehicles really make for a super capable off roader. Disclaimer: I have rented from Switzerland, but am not related to the owner.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Our Jeep rental was fantastic!

[@valmcandrew830]

That footage in the van when discussing what trail you were gonna take: Totally thought it was coloring pages Adam was showing us😂

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

haha!

[@klw8173]

That’s such a beautiful area and worth it to have a jeep, like the white rim road. It can get a little scary on some of those roads, especially with a vehicle you’re not very familiar with and you still managed to get such great shots to share with us! I’m not sure if you already did it anyway, but dropping the psi in the tires can help a lot on some of the rocky parts.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We’re surprised the rental shop didn’t tell us to lower the psi. We knew about that from the van, but we just assumed it was fine as is. Still a blast!

[@davidhowes5038]

Your videos are GREAT! Wish I could travel with you two.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Hop onto the top of the van! 😜

[@davidhowes5038]

@@AdventuresofAplusK I've traveled that area backcountry and our oldest daughter went to college in Durango which next to Telluride is my favorite mountain town. I currently live in Colorado Springs. I love your enthusiasm! Can my dog ride on top of the van with me?

[@coloradomallcrawlers]

Awesome video! It’s really interesting how a non-off-road channel shoots a Jeep video. I like how y’all did it!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks! We had a blast!

[@TheFriendlyReviewer]

We rented one at Canyonlands with the White Rim road and had a ton of fun. Looks like a blast!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That would be an awesome place to take a Jeep!

[@Wanna.Wander]

You guys ROCK💜😂no pun intended

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

😂😂😂

[@brentleute5420]

Since you are getting into mines. Be sure to check out the Mollie Kathleen mine in Cripple Creek. 1000ft verticle shaft to get in to mine.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Ooo nice! We will have to check that out next time we are in that area!

[@motivationpad]

When you two make your way back thru Moab please reach out and I would love to take you on some 4x4 trails there. Ouray area is great for really scenic trails. Love it!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That sounds awesome!

[@1958zed]

If you love spikey mountains, you need to visit the Alabama Hills and Eastern Sierra, driving from Lone Pine to Lake Tahoe on US 395. It won't disappoint.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yes it’s on our bucket list. Just don’t have time to visit it all properly on this trip. It’s on the list for next year. Thanks for watching!

[@ahhitskatie9094]

Definitely see the appeal of jeeping now (is that the term? Lol)!! Some of those views seemed similar to your Montana and Idaho adventures 😍✨

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Lol we use that term! But we are also newbs! Definitely got Montana and Idaho vibes from the San Juans, which is why we loved it there so much!

[@brunnie]

"Jeeping" is one term, "4 Wheeling" is another as is "Off-Roading". All mean the same thing.... HAVING FUN!!!

[@jcaff6963]

The top of Yankee Boy Basin is unbelievable. Especially so when the wildflowers bloom July-August. Do not try even with high clearance AWD. Rent 4X4. If you like hot springs, Orvis Hot Springs down towards Ridgway is outstanding. I can say that with some authority as I was awarded the Hot Springs patch from the Sierra Club. Can't buy it, have to earn it. Thanks for the nice photography.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We'd love to do all of these routes again. We talk about it all the time how fun it was! We'll add Orvis Hot Springs to our list for next time! Thanks for watching!

[@MichaelYoungblood1]

Awesome adventure and incredible scenery! Excellent job and glad the drone was allowed because those were some epic shots. I have never driven any roads where true 4x4 is required. Definitely want to but this video reinforced that I definitely need to. It looked so fun. I have not so secretly been wanting to buy an older Jeep for adventures just like this. I can’t believe you didn’t break the rules and sneak onto Black Bear Pass. Kidding of course….that road looks beyond intense but so incredible at the same time. Have you seen that footage of a Jeep rolling off Black Bear Pass? Crazy and so scary. Fortunately and incredibly lucky that only injuries were sustained. I can see why rentals are restricted from it.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Some of our favorite drone shots ever! We had the best time doing this and highly recommend it. Getting an old Jeep would be so awesome, we vote that you do it! We had to try to not watch too many scary videos beforehand because it made us nervous haha

[@icekaps1415]

I loved this video - especially your terrific footage of the spectacular scenery. As far as your choice of Jeep trails, I'm curious if you considered trying the descent of the somewhat infamous and terrifying looking Black Bear Pass that drops down into Telluride.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

I believe Black Bear Pass is not allowed with the Switzerland of America Jeep rentals. It also was closed when we visited!

[@Justinsc5]

We’ll be there in a couple weeks on the way to Glacier. I have my Jeep reserved.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Have a blast!!

[@stargazer5073]

Omgoodness, they should give you the jeep for free advertising!!!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Hahah we wish! Happy to splurge a bit for these adventures though!

[@JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers]

Agreed! Sponsorship!

[@clarityfundraising]

@@AdventuresofAplusK I totally agree. If you sponsorships make you feel uncomfortable, at least let us viewers kick in. :)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We have had some sponsorships in the past and definitely try to pursue ones that are a good fit, but they are much harder to get than it may seem 😉

[@williamr.kirkland6317]

One lucky Dog to be with you on this experience.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

She mostly loved it lol!

[@shreyassuresh4888]

hello from India, just started watching your channel, I started with van building which was great by the way, would love to see you come to India.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you for watching! And we hope to make it to India someday!

[@erinjohnson8117]

Since you guys love ghost towns, next time you find yourselves in my home state of Montana, you have to go to my favorite place on earth, Bannack Ghost Town, outside of Dillon. You will love it! Sidebar: venture to the east side of the state and go to Makoshika State Park. It will give you that other-planet Mars type feel and you won’t believe you’re in MT.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We will 100% check it out! And we have heard of Makoshika State Park and have wanted to go..it looks like Utah!!!

[@WW-wf8tu]

Interesting. Too bad you did not look up TFL and asked them to join you for your 4x4 outing.

[@christinawong7093]

I wouldn’t have thought to travel out to the old mining town. Decently preserved for being over a hundred years old.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

The drive was so much fun and the ghost town was really neat! They do a good job with what they have to preserve it!

[@christinawong7093]

@@AdventuresofAplusK haha can you tell I’m just binging your entire video playlist? So much fun content. ☺️

[@pamgonzales9030]

The company you rented the jeep from may have not mentioned it, but when you do off road trails you generally would air down the tires a lot. This will make the ride much smoother. Looks beautiful up there!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

They didn’t mention that actually, despite giving us a thorough run through of the Jeep and knowing where we would be going.

[@pamgonzales9030]

@@AdventuresofAplusK Hah yeah they may not want you to have to deal airing them back up. When we do jeep trails we air down to as low as 10psi depending on the kind of trail we are doing. Makes a huge difference on the bounce/comfort level of the ride.

[@jeremybrisky7433]

We take the 4 wheelers up there for the 4th and ride the trails... it's amazing being up there in July and still hanging snow on the mountains

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We loved seeing the snow! It limited us a bit, but it made it extra beautiful!

[@jeremybrisky7433]

@@AdventuresofAplusK did you guys see the falls and ouray itself.. beautiful walks and the pool they redid a few years ago is amazing

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We explore town in the next video!

[@jeremybrisky7433]

@@AdventuresofAplusK hope y'all loved your time here. I was planning on running up on the bike this weekend

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

LOVED it! We didn't want to leave!

[@FrontlineLLC]

Planning a trip to that area in September. Looks like a nice break from the National park crowds? Looking for some quiet trails and some serenity. Ideal area?

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

This is honestly one of our favorite places we have ever been! Crowds weren’t bad when we were there in June!

[@wendywolfe8684]

Others might have asked, but how far (miles) did you travel that day in the Jeep? It looked like so much fun…except that cliff with mountain leaning out and the straight drop off!!! 😬

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That’s a good question! I think it was around 82 miles, with 23 or so of that being the million dollar highway from Silverton to Ouray

[@jameswaldecker1236]

Beautiful video! Thank you for adding another ghost town! So I know I've mentioned I'm in the Detroit area and I work in automotive, which means I can't help but ask: are they starting to also rent Ford Broncos? (It might be a little early to ask since the Broncos are still coming out.) I have a 2021 Bronco Sport that I've been taking on my hiking trips, and I love all the Goes Over Any Terrain (G.O.A.T.) modes.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We didn't see any! Just Jeeps and ATVs/side by sides, but those Broncos look nice!

[@brunnie]

No, just jeeps. AFAIKR, none of the rental places have ever rented Broncos or anything else but a Jeep.

[@jameswaldecker1236]

The Broncos might still be too new. It'll be interesting to see what happens in the future.

[@openroadtravels181]

What editing software do ya'll use? And how do you trace the road on the map?

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We use premiere pro and adam makes those maps in after effects!

[@MasterMold72]

I have to ask this question, we either of you in the military? I ask this question because I hear specific terms, and both of you stay super fit with the personal appearance to match.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We are not, but mad respect to those who are!

[@danielcargill8019]

Kona is loving the backseat