Experience the HEART STOPPING Views of Arizona's Most Notorious Highway!

[@Nashrambler7]

That road is even more fun in a one ton truck pulling a 5th wheel toy hauler up and down, so much amazing stuff up there

[@chrisackerley1842]

Next May 5 will mark 40 years I have lived in Arizona. During all those years I have spent every spare minute exploring the backroads of this State. In the early 2000's I was living in Pinetop. The local newspaper up there [the White Mountain Independant, I think] ran a story about a female White Mountain Apache tribal police officer who had reported sighting a bigfoot in the mountains East of Whiteriver. I remember thinking at the time that I believed her. She was very specific about her description of the creature. By then, I had made three trips into the country South and West of Big Lake and the word that comes to mind when I think of that forest is "primeaval." I was searching for Pacheta Falls and on my second trip, I found it. You hike along the creek for the last mile to the falls and in that one mile stretch of creek I saw both bear and mountain lion tracks. I'm no good at judging heights but I can say with certainty I saw more than a few Ponderosas that were eight feet in diameter at the base. If the area around the falls has ever been logged, it was done a long, long time ago. There is one point about that forest that I hesitate to make lest you think I'm crazy. The entire time I was hiking from my truck to the falls and back, I found myself looking over my shoulder again and again. I never saw anything unusual but I had the strangest feeling I was being watched. My point is, if any bigfoot still remain in Arizona, I believe they inhabit the area roughly centered on Bear Wallow, Pacheta Falls and the old logging camp at Mustang, around 50 miles Southwest of Big Lake. If you journey into that country take extra fuel and a GPS with a good map in it. The roads are an absolute maze. Most are NOT marked. I had good directions to the falls and I still got hopelessly lost the first time I went in there. Last but not least, do not under any circumstances venture into that country between late October and early April. The nearest rescue services are over a hundred miles away, in Springerville, and when the snow starts to fly the bears that are still awake get mighty hungry.

[@TheMje1963]

Thanks for showing us this. I live in the East Valley and need to give this drive a shot.

[@susanherman3707]

Love this video. Spent alot of time on this road and camping on the Sierra Anchas as a kid. Growing up in AZ is awesome. We have God touched scenery!! Thank you for this video.

[@RS35cyl]

Jessie is a great drone pilot!

[@jessiesdroneadventures7464]

Thank you!! going on 6 plus years of experience!

[@BobbyTucker]

Much as I hate to admit it, the DJI Mavic is the best drone on the market. There are many who will dispute that and I don't like to say it's the best but the first time out with my Mavic mini I controlled it like a pro, I also have a DJI Mavic AIR 2S, it's the same. If I sound like a paid advertiser I'm not, I'll stop there.

[@1truemoose]

Interesting video. Thanks for posting. I've been long fascinated by the Pleasant Valley War, a range war that took place in the area around Young and the Cherry Creek area from about 1882-1892 involving the Graham and Tewksbury families.

[@TangoIndiaMikeJuliet]

If you want a really sketchy road, turn off at Workman creek and head up to the top of Aztec peak. You do need high clearance though. Great video.

[@JeselPadilla-t5r]

I Love to explore but since I don't have chance to explore a far place so I just loved to watch this kind of vedio ❤❤❤thank you Jessie!

[@MPGunther1]

Your videos always have me yearning for a road trip

[@jessiesdroneadventures7464]

Take that road trip!!! Even if it's just a day trip, get up early, fill up the tank, grab a coffee and donuts, or whatever your preference is, and start driving 👍

[@ArtBrown]

Another great video. I like that you let people know what to expect (i.e., no cell service, light traffic) so they are prepared if they venture out there. Seeing this makes me realize it's been too long since I've been out there. Gonna plan a trip for when the days are longer so I can make lots of stops.

[@propdoctor21564]

Another awesome video!! Really loving this channel.😊 I lived in Mesa AZ in the 80s and do miss the beauty of the desert. The drone really adds to the whole experience. So cool that it can follow your car.😊

[@alfredotherescuetuxedocat83]

❤ hey Jessie! I didn't know you did livestreams! I love your adventures!

[@jessiesdroneadventures7464]

Thank you so much!!!!!

[@_Johnald]

2:54 That drone flip and look away. Done like a boss!

[@lilacbird8193]

I love the drone views so much. Your drone follows you like a little puppy.

[@thehikingviking4993]

Dude bro another great video! Thank you 🙏🏻😁

[@jessiesdroneadventures7464]

haha Thanks bro! appreciate it. It was a fun video to put together, this part of arizona is so breathtaking!! thanks for checking out the vid 👍

[@wje2]

Really great video. You gave me flashbacks to my childhood. We had a bridge like that in Norristown, Pa. One time my brother and I climbed to the top. I was scared spitless. Anyway, You have inspired me to visit Route 89a. And points south.

[@BobPelot-v9x]

Thanks for this. Cant wait to wstch the whole thing. If you dont have the drive on the 188 from the 260, i for one would definitely appreciate it. Also the drive through Mount Baldy when its finally opened late spring is a great drive. If you care to venture into New Mexico, the mountain drive up above Quemado Lake in the western part of the state is also.a great area to explore. Lots of wildlife. Including free roaming cattle that mostly stay to the large open plains of thick grass. Didnt get to go as far as i wanted. Just wasnt enough time. As beautiful as the untouched parts of northern Arizona are the mountains of western New Mexico are nature at its most beautiful.

[@ronwade2206]

Colorado Plateau? That's the Mogollon Rim!

[@judithwebber2102]

Nice video. Drone footage adds alot to the video.

[@BobPelot-v9x]

From the Tall Pines to the Desert Scenic Byway...this starts at the 260 on the Mogollon Rim. Been wanting to drive this down to Roosevelt Reservoir for 2 years. From what ive read there have never been any settlements throughout this entire area. Even the local tribes passed through. According to the various resources online, the U.S. Forest Service being one of them, this section of the Tonto National Forest has the greatest diversity of animal life in all of Arizona. The 188 eventually turns into the road youre on. Ive never been on either but after watching this i cant wait. I have a phobia about heights and falling but still, cant wait. Ive done the drive up from Phoenix on the different routes east into New Mexico. The road up past Globe Az is very winding. Since your climbing the mountain youre going through deep canyoned valleys where most of the time the only way youd be able to see the bottom a 1000 feet or much more below you is to pull over to the side and get out of your car. Except this road is almost always a single lane each way and a sheer dropoff with very few pullouts. Ive driven it only once during the winter and it was very early. Speed demons beware.

[@pattynino-p9k]

Have to put that one on my bucket list

[@DeathclawJedi]

"You'll probably be riding your breaks all the way to the bottom unless you have a deathwish" Chalk up another win For Manual Transmissions! Downshifting to prevent ware and tear on break pads.😁

[@p.d8423]

I lived in Arizona for 15 years. No Drone back then. Now that I droned in Flatland I want to go back to AZ just for the droning 🙂

[@BreakTime10101]

Another great video. I’m amazed at how the drone tracks and follows your car, that’s pretty neat tech. Be careful when off-roading in your car, you may need to call Matt to get you out - maybe time to get a truck or SUV. Did you figure out why your check engine light came on? BTW, any idea where the mileage starts from/goes to? I noticed the higher mileage signs of 284. Thanks

[@jessiesdroneadventures7464]

Thank you! and yea, the active track " follow mode" on the mini 4 pro is pretty impressive....it wouldnt be the most fun day if I got stuck, but it would be an honor if matt came and pulled me out haha....and speaking of the engine light, it did go away. so earlier this day, before I started filming, I pulled over onto a dirt road to get all my camera gear ready, doing this kicked up a lot of dust, i think thats what triggered the engine light....not sure about the mileage though....however highway 288 is 52 miles long.....thanks for checking out the video!

[@BreakTime10101]

@ you can always get the light checked for free at any auto parts store. Yeah Matt’s pretty cool.

[@lasmith319]

I need a new area to explore!

[@jessiesdroneadventures7464]

@@lasmith319 might I recommend Arizona!

[@lasmith319]

@jessiesdroneadventures7464 I'm in Arizona having escaped the "bomb cyclone" in N. Cali!!! Oh, the earthquake's too! My 3rd year in Arizona for winter. Love it here. This area you presented would be new exploring for me. Thanks for great scenery & adventure's to be had!

[@joinjen3854]

Have you been to Bisbee and Lowell near the border? Outstanding.

[@lasmith319]

@@joinjen3854 not yet. I think I also considered Portal, Arizona for unique wildlife. Tombstone was recommended too! Just in planning stage's. Moving easterly it seem's.

[@LongdistanceRider22]

Road to Young … old homesteads. Good Elk hunting …Tewsbury Fued Country.

[@shanewilson765]

In the Gobe/Miami area they say they have The Kuda Munda. I'm sure I butchered the spelling though. Does your drone come back to you automatically when the battery gets low?

[@travellinman1111]

Thanks, Jessie for another awesome video! 😊

[@jessiesdroneadventures7464]

Hey thank you travellinman!! glad you enjoyed it!

[@General_Confusion]

You don't have to worry about flying off the edge of the cliff, because you would have got it on the drone.

[@jessiesdroneadventures7464]

Haha could you imagine that footage!!!!!!

[@davidmeeker7481]

I dont remember that road being paved except for short sections on either side of Young.

[@lauraslanesvanlifetravels]

Now that your done arguing with yourself about battery life...lol Another fun one...and no, I would not because I can't change a tire...that is way too remote for my liking but thanks for showing us places that are like this since some of us would never go there, just for safety reasons.

[@genapazilli6674]

❤ from 🇨🇦

[@matthewkelly241]

I live near there and can take you to some neat sights

[@BrianKelley-y7m]

Did you take the road all the way to AZ 260? Were road conditions comparable from Young to Mogollon Rim as to what you experienced on the southern portion of the trip?

[@Kenneth-ct3rx]

On those long stretches of roads( where there's no gas stations around for miles ) you'd better make sure that you have a full tank of gas here! lol

[@williamthethespian]

You and your drone; a relationship. It's reminiscent of a caregiver and a devoted eagle. It's actually touching to see you two interact. Okay, I'm nuts, but it's cool.

[@joinjen3854]

Seek help. That is Weird!

[@matthewkelly241]

That river level is normal, the times he's seen it side to side was during flooding

[@empressvogt]

Bigfoot is in every state but Hawaii. Unless he is and he's really good on an island.

[@trentscott9991]

Nice Better all the time

[@JohnBassDunnahoo]

Reminds me of New Mexico without all those damn Yankees! The actual Mogollon monster was captured in the late 80s early 90s. He was a Hells Angel hiding out in the Gila mountains in New Mexico from the feds for quite a few years. The Locals named him the Mogollon monster. AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL Who drives the auto while you’re on the Drone?

[@lasmith319]

@@JohnBassDunnahoo 😂nice to know! Thank's!