Herman's Cave - Superstition Wilderness

Herman's Cave - Superstition Wilderness
Here's a video of a recent backpacking trip to Herman's Cave in the Superstition Wilderness. Like all hikes in the Superstitions, this one was rugged and wild.
Here's a link to Moonjuice's video of our hike;
• Herman's Cave - Supers...
Music by Artlist:
Baidin Fheilimi - Patrick Ussher
Toasting All My Life - Duce Williams
East St. Louis - The Bottlesnakes
Music by Epidemic Sound:
Grieg Morning

[@jmdazsol]

My two favorite AZ hikers/youtubers! Thanks for bringing the rest of us along.

[@Desert2snowoffwego]

" What's that syndrome when the patient falls in love with the nurse" --holy sh::t I love that out take!!! Jerry you are the best at out-take humor shorts!! The rest is real great too!!

[@JH_75]

I moved out of AZ 23 years ago; I visit occasionally and hiked in the Superstitions last fall. It is the idea that I could have access to that magnificent scenery that has me thinking of moving back. It is nothing short of magical out there and I know of no place like it. The scenery and the stories, what a combination. Nice video, thanks for posting. Hope your head healed up nicely.

[@JerryArizona]

The Superstitions are my happy place. One of, if not the, closest wildernesses to my house. Looking forward to cooler weather so I can get back out there. And that was my friend who ran into the cactus. Luckily, he's got a hard head, so he's fine.

[@MoonJuiceHikes]

Good times! Sorry I’m immune to the Florence Nightingale effect Jerry. 😂

[@JerryArizona]

It may have been your doctor in this instance....

[@bmwman63]

Very cool. Thanks for making the video. I'll do the Fremont Saddle next weekend. Maybe that gnarly stuff next year.

[@MattNowell]

Beautiful!!!! So jealous you live in a spot so close to these amazing places.

[@JerryArizona]

We're lucky, for sure. Dumb luck, but I'll take what I can get.

[@tacoman3543]

Great videos. I am from Phoenix Arizona. I didn’t even know we had these places. I appreciate you taking us on on the journey. Great work.

[@JerryArizona]

Thanks. The Supes continually amaze me. And there are so many other places to go too...

[@taniadablaing1321]

I love the quality of shots and the journey you film. I can never hike to the places you go to so this is a treat. Thank you

[@JerryArizona]

Glad I can take you along.

[@shadyberero6809]

Your channel is an absolute delight. The quality of the video, for the beauty of the landscapes, is outstanding. Editing, music are fantastic. And you, Tina and your various hike companions have a nice chemistry, understated humour and charisma going on - a friendly, fun watch. Am thoroughly enjoying exploring your back "catalogue" - cheers from Scotland

[@JerryArizona]

Awesome!

[@jrlong3490]

Cool very old cave. Well done. Thanks

[@Ashley_Schaeffer]

I love the Superstitions... Endless areas to explore... I finally got around to doing Peralta canyon this season it was awesome... The Flat Iron is a go to when I'm in the region!

[@pattysmith9892]

All I can say is WOW!

[@WolfPackM98c]

Wow, perfect timing for me on this video. I am currently planning a few day backpack through that area (heading out towards Charlebois Spring) and didn't know about this cave. I'll definitely have to check that out!

[@JerryArizona]

It's definitely worth it. Personally I didn't like Charlebois that much. Haven't been there since the fire though. And I need to see if I can find that map they talk about right around there......

[@tbonejones1427]

Currently Living In Minnesota I Really Really Miss Arizona, Love The Superstitions

[@JerryArizona]

I'd imagine. Just got back from Illinois.....Glad to be back in AZ.

[@karafranz6587]

Oh nice! We did this as a day hike this past Saturday. I was also too nervous to jump to that ledge.

[@JerryArizona]

Yeah. I've seen people who've done it. Not for me though.

[@papajon62]

Another great adventure! I’ve had limited time in The Sups but I can tell you from personal experience your arms are too short to box with a cactus. Ouch!

[@RobertSmith-km6gi]

Lived in Phoenix in the mid seventies and hiked in the 4 peaks area. Came upon a series of steep east/west ridges. The south facing sides were cactus/scrub but as soon as you topped out you descended into a pine forest with a little rill at the bottom and then right back into the cactus as you climbed the other side. The contrast of environments was stark. Not sure of the elevation guessing maybe 2K feet below the peaks on the western slope.

[@JerryArizona]

I love Brown's Peak. One of my favorite hikes. I'd love to do Mother Lode, but I'm too chicken.

[@HomelinkST]

Just remembered that I had your beer can still in my car today from that start, so thanks for the reminder to throw it out lol

[@MoonJuiceHikes]

lol

[@naturalflow157]

I can absolutely relate to all the upsides and downs. Thank you for bringing this video to us and for being able to enjoy the journey along the way. As someone who was truly into hiking, adventures, and the outdoors, I somehow lost this by living in the city. Thank you for creating this video and sharing it with us. All the best and wish you good luck on your journeys.

[@dmn3773]

Fun video. That was a nice weekend out in the supes. Good to see both of you again. What a crazy busy weekend at Peralta T.H.

[@JerryArizona]

Peralta always seems to be crazy, huh? Good seeing you again. You're everywhere.

[@dmn3773]

@@JerryArizona Supes are special right within h all the water but it’s too crowded right now. Spending more time in the seven springs area this winter exploring that area. Had a big kitty show up into camp one night, definitely different. some hidden treasures on those trials and good area for day hiking. I am ready to get back into the pines!

[@YourCaliBos]

5:44 you see the face right there in the rock, side view . It’s right next to you -rock face . They are everywhere if you know what to look for n open your mind

[@lauragriffith4857]

Another awesome video Jerry! Thanks😊

[@travelthecountry-aussieadv1730]

Wow! Only recently found your channel and totally loving the content. Your National Parks in the US are incredibly beautiful! We are from down under - in Australia 🇦🇺 and we also have a stunningly beautiful wild and rugged country. Blessed - aren’t we 👍😀

[@JerryArizona]

Australia looks beautiful. Hopefully I can get there someday. But it's not too bad out here either.

[@kennethbouchard5707]

two local legends. dope❤

[@robhebbs7960]

Now thats my kind of overnight hike. ( packing a couple three beers ). Now i want to hit the supers . Thanks

[@shawnnimmer8170]

I did this about a week after but hiked through to the other side of upper la barge canyon and camped up there. Great trail, and all the water was amazing. The area I was at was burned over, along with being between a couple creeks leading into la barge left me soaked in condensation. Also, that climb up Dutchmen’s to whiskey springs felt a lot more strenuous than I think it should have.

[@JerryArizona]

The Supes always seem to be more strenuous than I think they should be. Rugged country, for sure. It's always hard to explain that to someone who hasn't hiked out there before.

[@moretoliving2236]

I believe its called Florence Nightingale effect. Back story to that is lady in question pioneered modern nursing care. This was adopted so many times in so many books, movies and comics. In more recent years a character called Dr. Harley Quinzel (Harleen Quinn aka Joker's girlfriend in Batman comics).

[@tonics7121]

Totally excellent cave.

[@JerryArizona]

That whole canyon is gorgeous.

[@GenesisMovie]

Another great video! So glad you didn't go for the photo op!

[@JerryArizona]

Despite what a lot of people think, I know when to not push my luck. Usually.

[@oldboater]

That looks like snake country? Another great video.

[@ScubaSteveCanada]

Not in winter.

[@JerryArizona]

Plenty of snakes in the Supes, but not in the winter.

[@garymills562]

Herman petrasch? The Dutch hunter? The supers are full of history, gotta love it.

[@JerryArizona]

I need to read more of the history on these places. I just like to hike and backpack and see beautiful things in the wilderness.

[@findinAway]

Jerry again thanks for your videos, love following along. Also your Helinox chair how do you like it? I’ve been debating, get it don’t get. Kind of pricey so holding off on purchasing. Also you already know, us gals from Florida missing our Tina, so make sure big 🤗 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗for her. Hope she’s doing well, what it is she just brings smiles, and joy...love from Evelyn, Sabine, and my sister Carmen ❤🤗

[@JerryArizona]

I love the Helinox. Had cheap ones from Amazon, but I'd leave them home half the time because of the bulk and weight. Not the Helinox. It's great.

[@HikingEngineer]

i actually haven't done this one -- I need to check out some of the trails that head more east in this area from the peralta trail parking

[@HikingEngineer]

check that haha -- I went and did it this past Saturday, and even went out on the ledge ;) and then tried to climb Miner's Needle on the way back to no avail as I had no gear lol

[@marklalone3091]

👍👍!

[@dixielambrecht7009]

I AM SO JEALOUS! It has been below freezing here in Colorado for what seems like forever. I am determined to be in Arizona for next winter.

[@mertman1]

You ever do Vulture Peak in Wickenburg? I never had but if you record I can haha.

[@JerryArizona]

I'll add it to the list.

[@alisondailey3834]

Thanks for sharing. On another subject - did you read the Washington Post article: Helicopter rescues Utah hikers after 24 hours in freezing canyon -? I thought about you Jerry and your buds... on past hikes here... but in January? Not sure if you heard of this rescue. Stay safe and all good wishes.

[@JerryArizona]

I saw that. Subway in winter? No thanks. Too many people go into that thing (especially top down) unprepared. Specifically made two separate videos about it to try to help people prepare for what they're getting themselves into. If you have canyoneering experience, it's incredible. If you go in expecting a hike, you're probably getting more adventure than you bargained for. And swimming in the winter? No thank you. Wait....I just did that with Nick in the Supes a couple weeks ago....Guess I can't judge.

[@958ryan]

if you guys want a good pack, the elberlestock Operator, expensive but if youre a dedicated hiker itll be so much easier on you

[@l.e.phillips]

I’m diggin’ the Moonjuice and Jerry show. 😄 Random technical camera question: Why does the shot at 7:18 look so different than the rest? Looks like it was shot with a different lens or something with a super shallow depth of field. (?) 🤔

[@JerryArizona]

I've been experimenting with the 'cinematic' setting on my new iphone. Lighter than carrying around my Canon for those shots. But I'm not a huge fan on some wobbling effects and the focus sometimes just does what it wants. Maybe I'll use it for macro in technical canyons.

[@l.e.phillips]

@@JerryArizona Ah! Yeah, I use that setting sometimes too. It’s definitely hit or miss. Looked great in that shot though!

[@hooperbloop7625]

Hey good hike. How about doing a short video on your opinions of the best Mexican restaurants in your range. Went to Tucson recently and went to what some claimed was the best Mexican restaurant in AZ. We were disappointed to say the least. Would love to hear from those that eat all over AZ and Utah.

[@JerryArizona]

I'm so bad at this, honestly. When we're in town we've been pretty disappointed and usually stick to....Macayos. Yeah. I said it. We have places we like, but they're usually out of town and we hit them during our adventures. Escobar's in Kanab and El Patio outside Camp Verde are favorites. (Especially El Patio.) If you want fancy, you go for Mariposa or Elote in Sedona.

[@switchflare]

Dude and his cooler of drinks? Duralog? Isn't that against thru-hiker code?

[@MoonJuiceHikes]

A 7 mile hike is easy enough to slog a heavy load 👍

[@tangenttrails]

🙌

[@CastroN9ne]

Huge fan of your channel. You are literally living my dream haha. Looking to move to Arizona in the next fe years. Just had 1 question - do you worry much about snakes when you are scrambling off trail like that?

[@JerryArizona]

Saw my first rattlesnake this past weekend, actually. If you hear something that sounds like cicadas, it's probably a rattlesnake. But no, I don't think about it. (Probably should.)

[@CastroN9ne]

@@JerryArizona thanks for the reply. Keep on keepin on.

[@melissahikes9574]

Hi my friend and I are visiting the area at the end of the month. We are looking for a guide for a couple of trails would you guys be interested or any guide services you would recommend? We are experienced hikers and backpackers.

[@JerryArizona]

I don't do guiding, but I'd be glad to give you info if you have any specific questions. Between Moonjuice and I, we've covered a ton of trails out in the Supes (and elsewhere out here.)

[@melissahikes9574]

Ok thanks so much!

[@PeterParker-xv9mo]

I love the videos man. I'm from Miami but the southwest is my fave. Have you ever experienced something weird, mysterious or scary out in your adventures? Free of judgement space here. I got a feeling u have. After all these are special places u go to say the least.

[@JerryArizona]

Strangest I think would be Valley of Dreams in New Mexico. Went there once years ago and I can't put my finger on it, but it was...spooky, I guess it the best word. Like I didn't want to spend the night out there solo and didn't. Went back a few years later and it was like the entire landscape (like the roads) were all changed around. To the point where I had GPS tracks from the previous trip saved and the roads just weren't there. I still went, but I was glad it was day time and was relieved when it was time to leave. Not sure what's going on out there.

[@PeterParker-xv9mo]

Strange indeed. Sounds similar to other stories I've heard about entering random portals of another space/time. Perhaps a parallel dimension? I've experi3nced something spooky in a island in Miami where it felt time stood still in a sense. The water stopped waving, trees had no breeze and time just stood still. The person next to me noticed it too. We were low key freaked out and decided it was time to go. Haha Well thanks for sharing. Def will go to the badlands when I go back to NM. NM has plenty special places.

[@ashtonspratt6821]

Im trying to locate a cave which, according to legend and the little info i can find, is in the Haunted Canyon drainage near Toney Ranch. Im curious if you know of the cave of the thousand eyes, and if youve found or been to the cave. Thanks for your videos and help!

[@JerryArizona]

I half heartedly looked, but didn't see it. Not much info out there about it, but that's the vicinity it's supposedly in. One of these days I may go out looking a little more seriously.

[@ashtonspratt6821]

@@JerryArizona thanks for your response. A look inside sure would be quite the reward for rediscovering it.

[@ticketeer14]

Erotomania!🤣 "that ain't gonna happen!"

[@Aptster1939]

Loved the cave but really don't like the normalization of booze, It causes so much damage in American society.

[@Gary-td7sd]

Please share the Love of the Son of God. Please write His Words in your Heart, and share them. Please Forgive, and Pray for everyone... Immanuel, God with us...

[@nguyenhuyclblinedancebuilu7725]

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[@TheNotLostNomad]

Jerry...when we gonna hit those Superstitions man???

[@JerryArizona]

Whenever you come out and want to hike them.

[@garybraden7865]

The pizza guy? :)