Hiking Clingmans Dome | Top of the Smokies | WINTER EDITION | Smoky Mountains National Park

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Favorite hiking snacks and hot beverage if you ever hike with one? I always bring tea or a hot cocoa/coffee mix and some trail mix

[@delwinelder2116]

If I have a big climb, I like to snack on peanut M&M’s. They’re like little fuel pellets to power me up.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

@@delwinelder2116 YUM

[@Wud-usa]

Been there 3 years ago. Beautiful view!

[@brianjohnston6132]

I like peanut M&Ms for hiking too, but have recently started going with chocolate covered espresso beans.

[@davidreed5443]

Cheese, triscuits, Nutella, have taken a beer on a few occasions, and also some melted ice cream in a canning jar on a few occasions. I eat pretty decadently on the trail.

[@billcushman6780]

Beautiful place, thank you for talking us along. You sure are pretty in the morning sun.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you 🙏

[@duaneayers6117]

I've been to 20 to 30+ different times to Gatlinburg, TN during my 53yrs of living. Every time I went wasn't never long enough. My best place to spend a lot of time at was Cades Cove. You will never have enough time to enjoy its Beauty.

[@travelfamilyadventures]

We love the smokies thanks for sharing, Alice.

[@calsurflance5598]

Running back and forth in the snow while filming has got to be a pain . Beautiful photography, stunning scenery. Thanks Alice!

[@AliceFordAdventures]

It is. Especially when it’s really steep haha

[@ervinslens]

This is a fantastic video, you are so full of positive energy and you manage to transfer it to the video. It can be seen in every scene. The trail is fantastic, winter scenery is gorgeous.

[@Dinoxt12]

Bingo view at the top, worth the effort. Ms, toughie. Not easy going uphill without show shoes with snow on the ground. Like your brown eyes.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you

[@jeremyvangheem2523]

Walking/running/hiking in the snow builds character...Says someone who lives in Wisconsin anyway.

[@derbagger22]

Crazy how difficult it can be in the winter. I took a road trip to a wedding in GA in July 2020. Since it was early months of the pandemic, road tripping was great with not many people traveling. Got to drive up to Clingmans Dome in the middle of summer with only a handful of people there. Gorgeous vistas at the summit!

[@AliceFordAdventures]

That’s great. I had some desolate moments in popular places in 2020 too. Glad you’ve got to see it

[@derbagger22]

@@AliceFordAdventures I really got to see so much during the pandemic as work halted and was slow to come back. Don't think I ever want to go back working as hard as I did. I really need to see more, even though I've been to all 50 now...

[@jimszczodrowski3695]

Your always such an inspiration for me to get outside! Thanks Alice!

[@henryw4129]

Nice hike; thanks for posting!

[@2011woodlands]

Snow conditions can change by the hour, so be prepared whether skiing, hiking or snowshoeing, great views, glad you had dry air and clear views. The thermos was a great idea. Dress in layers with a gortex outer shell.

[@MarkTaylor-fz5oh]

Absolutely love these place I try to go at least three times a year to visit thanks for the wonderful video. Stay safe out there and I’ll keep watching your wonderful videos thank you again

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thanks Mark. Love this park too

[@normancarbajal5154]

Very nice Alice! 👍🥾…

[@jasoncombs7545]

Good job. Way to take on a challenge and see it through. The meal to replenish so many calories must have been fun too.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

A lot of bread haha 😆

[@weedhopp]

Absolutely gorgeous ! Thank you so much for sharing 😊

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thanks for watching

[@weedhopp]

Thank you so much 😊 ❤

[@radisson8627]

Great day for a hike. Not many hikers on the trail 😎 Stunning views. Hot coca and trail mix would be a pick for a snack during winter. Here in the Pacific Northwest not so much cold weather at sea level but I've had days of -25C where I went cross-country skiing in the Rocky Mountains, that was pushing the limits of comfort. As long as you are on the move, it keeps a body warm. Thanks for sharing Alice. Love the hat! 🏔☯️🇨🇦👍

[@AliceFordAdventures]

It was certainly a quiet day. I only saw 3 people.

[@georgespencer3973]

That was the fastest 10 minutes ever. I can definitely relate to questioning why I’m in snowshoes or boots when I really should be on XC skis (because I don’t own any, yet!). Even with the freezing temperatures, I don’t know how you made it 6+ miles uphill in several inches of snow in that heavy looking coat. I would have been MELTING inside…Unless, of course, the wind was blowing the whole time. And eating snow for water? On every hike with fresh snow available. Less to carry! And as much as I like to step in the tracks of others, it’s always kind of cool knowing you’re the only one that’s been there is a while. Or at least since the last decent snowfall. I can also relate to the giddy feeling of being able to hike again after injury (achilles tendon surgeries) and how amazing it feels to be out there again. But, also kind of scary. That somersault was impressive! You’re obviously healing up well. Thank you for the uplifting video, Alice

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thanks for your comment. It was a difficult slog, if it hadn’t been so hard to make my own tracks I would have stayed off the footsteps but I don’t know if I would have made it.

[@hedyadventures]

Great video Alice. Beautiful weather 😍

[@relaxingvideosnorthwest3646]

Beautiful hike!

[@BassoonStudio]

Beautiful hike. I recommend micro-spikes for windblown and icy hiking. Positive traction feels good underfoot.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Yes although this was neither of those. I used Microspikes on Mt Leconte but way to much snow for those on this day.

[@billyjohnson6355]

Wow that's a nice hike Alice I live in NC I have never hiked that trail but it's beautiful, you are a tough woman 14 miles is a lot to hike in snow.go to hanging Rock state park near Danbury NC, near the Virginia border, it has some awesome views on the Dan River, thanks for taking us along on such a great hike.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

I’ll try to get up that way at some point

[@PHM00]

Awesome hike!! you motivated me to get off my A$$ and go for a hike. Mount Mitchel is by far my favorite spot in NC, got to hit Clingmans dome this year. Headed to Raven Rock today.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Awesome! I’ve got to get up Mt Mitchell at some point too

[@EmilyFlynn]

SO gorgeous! Love that you include the google earth video. And my favorite hiking snack is orange slices :)

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Yum have you ever had the dehydrated mandarin oranges? They are so good!!!

[@EmilyFlynn]

@@AliceFordAdventures yes I love those too!! And the Trader Joe’s Chile spiced mango slices 🤤🤤

[@AliceFordAdventures]

@@EmilyFlynn oh my gosh yes you are speaking my language

[@DrJohn493]

What a gorgeous day in the park. The winter scenery was enjoyable to experience vicariously. Partial to the Cataloochee Valley in the Spring for the backpacking, the fly fishing...and a bit fewer people.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

I might have to get into fly fishing at some point

[@DrJohn493]

@@AliceFordAdventures Great combination with backpacking

[@TonyGouge]

Looks like it was a perfect day for your hike! Thanks for sharing!

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Such a perfect day!

[@stephenjones6902]

Great thanks Alice

[@dr.nigelcool3771]

Great video Alice! That's way too hard for me.

[@1121gsm]

We did Clingmans Dome last April on the Appalachian Trail in the pouring rain and heavy winds, but I think it was easier than what you did in the snow. Beautiful area too. We stayed in Cherokee, NC and loved it. The Elk were pretty cool too. Thanks for another great video.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

One day I’ll have to hike in the spring too. I always stay in Bryson city. Love that little town

[@Dave-hu1es]

Love this video. It's great to see snow. We never really get snow in Ireland 🇮🇪

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Never snow in Ireland? Thats never something that crossed my mind. Thanks for watching

[@Dave-hu1es]

@@AliceFordAdventures not really. Maybe an inch of snow each winter confined to 1 or 2 days. Benefit of the warm gulf stream

[@KeithHoltupthepeak]

Always a good time watching your adventures! Look like a grueling yet rewarding hike. Hope the shoulder is doing good.

[@ericduvivier5588]

Love it. Nice work put in. Like I tell my students, if it's easy it's probably not worth doing.

[@jimr654]

LOL Skill Share! I find walking in snow much harder than sand - at least with sand you do not have the unexpected plunge to your knee or thigh if you find a deep drift! Great video though. Hope the shoulder is healing and recovered. I have rotator cuff surgery coming up myself.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

You can say that again. My right knee hurt so much by the end of this hike from so much uneven and large steps. Good luck on your surgery. Its all about the PT!

[@gbullock2598]

Ive done about 40 miles of the 1175 mile long MST. I keep hiking the same parts in wake county but, i plan to do the parts in the mountains this summer.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

That’s super awesome! Keep me posted on your progress

[@gbullock2598]

@@AliceFordAdventures Will do👍🏾

[@seansoutdoors]

Want to meet up and do a collaboration? I'll teach you archery and set you up with a compound you can keep. Maybe you can share a few hiking ideas for my Colorado elk hunt in the fall.

[@zekeurrabazo]

I would love to go on that hike

[@AliceFordAdventures]

It was a perfect day. Those views are incredible at the top

[@travismolly4654]

That's an insane hike 🚶‍♀️ 16 miles in the snow ❄️ great job 👏. You've got more indurance then I

[@AliceFordAdventures]

It was crazy. everything hurt by the end hah

[@travismolly4654]

@Alice Ford I'm super impressed on your hiking 🚶‍♀️ skills

[@uk2488]

👍nice!.

[@dvwart]

Could you run the hose for you water bladder under your coat ? Then maybe the heat of it being closer to the body would help keep it thawed ??

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Yes I actually ended up just warming it under my arm for a few minutes and it melted. As long as water stayed in the tube after that it stayed melted.

[@dvwart]

@@AliceFordAdventures Nice !!

[@brianm9364]

I enjoyed your video, can you tell me what kind of backpack you have? I'm a gear neard thanks,

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Yes there’s a link in the Description for this. Shimoda Designs and you can save 10% with the code ford10

[@jordanyoder4181]

Just got done hiking Leconte and checked my phone. This popped up. What are the odds lol

[@AliceFordAdventures]

How funny how was le conté. That’s a great hike

[@jordanyoder4181]

@@AliceFordAdventures Hit the lottery for clear conditions. Best visibility I’ve ever seen from up there!

[@jimszczodrowski3695]

nuts,seeds,jerky,protein bar.

[@yobwoc1000]

I hope your surgery recovery Is successful.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you so far so good

[@yobwoc1000]

@@AliceFordAdventures Great. Hopefully, you will have all your energy during the Ecuador trip. During your travels, have you visited Palo Duro Canyon? I ask because I'm from Amarillo, Texas and Palo Duro is around 1 hour from the city.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

@@yobwoc1000 Thank you I actually haven’t done much leisure travel in Texas. I traveled through it many times and been to The big cities but that’s it

[@Kcterry]

Awesome video. You should hike the trails to Mt. Leconte if you haven't. I have a video on my channel for the Alum Cave trail.

[@AliceFordAdventures]

I have. If you watch my full video on the Smoky Mountains it sin there. Alum Cave up to Mt Le Conte

[@HyliAir]

What backpack are you using?

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thats the Shimoda Designs pack, there is a link for it in the description.

[@romanm9718]

Did you see any Bears?

[@AliceFordAdventures]

No its winter most of the bears are pretty sleepy and its rare to see them out and about in the daytime hours unless they didn't eat enough in the fall

[@michael-icon-mills]

Be careful sweetie

[@squirrelcovers6340]

Views of something except yourself is preferred.

[@squirrelcovers6340]

Too much constant talking.

[@truefullhot]

For a frozen water tube, try putting one of those hand warmer packets against it for a bit. Love your videos, keep up the good work!

[@AliceFordAdventures]

Thank you

[@ЯнаЮрченко-т2б]

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