Backpacking Piru Creek Wild & Scenic River

[@SPak-rt2gb]

Thanks for the memories. Used to party, camp and hike there back in the 80s, but never did the full hike to Lake piru. Hope your car wasn't broken into, that's the only problem doing a hike like that.

[@clydenechinetti2296]

❤🙂☕🌷⚘Look at that smile! Still in CA... THIS is wonderful.👍

[@explorationnorthwest]

Glad you are back creating videos. I sure enjoy them. Frank

[@KennethKramm]

Thank you

[@CavemanOutdoorsMissouri]

Great video Ken

[@cgriggsiv]

Hello there and happy Easter to you All

[@KennethKramm]

Happy Easter my frien.

[@grandpadaveswoodworking8932]

I have made that hike before when we lived in Santa Clarita, and it's a beuatiful journey! You just have to watch out for the Black bears. Watching this video brought back some good memories of me taking my sons out to teach them about survival skills.

[@corracid]

I love this guy all the videos are so calming

[@cgriggsiv]

Nothing like a relaxing day at a waterfall pool

[@KennethKramm]

Yes, the waterfall pool was fantastic.....

[@guyyoav]

You are a real inspiration. Tnx a lot.

[@GreyOwl8]

Your joy is contagious, my friend. Smiling. :) ~Grey Owl

[@KennethKramm]

Will do...

[@WiltshireMan]

Great to see you back out Ken, you look well:) I'm glad you didn't hurt yourself when you slipped, I must say that river did look slippery... Amazing nightlapse. You are the master of the nightlapse:) Stay Young and play often:) Sandy

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Sandy. I'm smiling... only showed one of three times I slipped. The sturdy walking pole helped prevent injury. Yes, yes, yes. Stay young and play often my friend. Peace, Ken

[@darrenwallingford7560]

very good video and yes nature is beautiful, god knows how to make things right

[@CarolinaChrisOutdoors]

Wow! That’s a beautiful spot Ken. I like the idea of “ungathering” one end of your hammock. I might try that myself. I knew you’d end up in that creek! 😂

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching Chris. I'm exploring several differing ways to make traditional gathered hammocks more comfortable. 'Ungathering" one is one of several approaches. Soon I will make a video about these alternatives. Stay tuned... Ken

[@nukeacitrus]

Thank you so much for these videos! I've been following you for several years now, and they're always so uplifting and inspiring! This saturday (If the weather is ok), I'll finally try something I've been hesitant about: Doing an overnighter all on my own! I'm not planning on getting much sleep (unfamilliar noices, not used to sleeping in a hammock, etc), but seeing your cheerful demeanor and tight connection to nature inspires me! Thank you again for sharing your passion! :)

[@chili1593]

Admire the great nature photography and your laid back style. Thank you

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks you for watching and taking time to comment. Much appreciated. Peace, Ken

[@gobigrey9352]

I just love your videos. Your happiness is contagious. This world needs more of you.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you for sharing, what a cool place to visit now is on my list. 🥾🥾

[@FlyingHaggisFilms]

Such a lovely film Kenneth, like aimless childhood days where the wild outdoors becomes one with the child-like simplicity within all of us. Thank you for sharing such a Franciscan feast of of natural contemplative tones and sounds. Harry. Lowland Scotland.

[@KennethKramm]

Hi Harry, Thanks for watching and taking time to comment from Scotland. Oh yes, child-like simplicity is my goal... or at least a dream. Peace, Ken

[@marcus266]

Beautiful commentary about the experiences of our childhood days . I grew up in the North Eastern Himalayas and I totally relate to it. I'm an absolute outdoor enthusiast . Kenny's adventurous spirit is inspiring, I'm getting on in years and recovering from surgery but I'm motivated to get back on the Trail. I hiked the Piru stream, 5 miles in from the North with my nephew several years ago , it's a jungle out there. Thank you for awakening that lovely memory.

[@odgreenoutdoors20]

Very nice overnight trip

[@roberttolley5055]

I always love going back to watch all your videos.

[@ryansnyder4997]

Great to see you again brother

[@claudiocamel]

I am happy for you and to be able to see your videos, they are beautiful and inspiring. Congratulations and keep sending your adventures. Camel, Brazil.

[@KennethKramm]

❤ thank you for watching and taking time to comment from Brazil

[@katelee670]

You are back woohoo it's been a while.. love the videos keep them coming hello from Arkansas because that's where I'm stranded at.. there are some nice parks around here if you ever want to come in this direction

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching and being the first comment. Your kinds words are much appreciated. I love Arkansas. Beautiful

[@clydenechinetti2296]

I just found him again, too.❤⚘🌷So glad!

[@KennethKramm]

@@clydenechinetti2296 Thanks!

[@Mikee713]

Glad to see you're still going strong.

[@KennethKramm]

Yes, yes, yes... Thanks for watching and commenting

[@davegoodridge8352]

That looked like a great hike. Beautiful and relaxing place

[@KennethKramm]

❤

[@DrDennis]

Another inspirational video Kenn.

[@indycharlie]

Great video . Look'n good Ken !

[@MarioMa-ub5fd]

I watch you every evening untill fall in sweet sleep, thank you bring happiness to my world, and I learned frome you, I will make my half bridge hammock tomorrow! And I like when you say: Try it, you will like it. LOL

[@KennethKramm]

Wow, thank you

[@sigmundjahn3122]

Life is about the journey, not the destination

[@philipgrenfell2208]

Beautiful place to visit, thanks for sharing.

[@TheNoonie50]

That is the best view I have ever seen from a hammock. You like to hang over the water don't you? Water and on the cliffs! Love this video.

[@namependingg]

This looks so lovely Gramps! I'll have to join you next time I visit :)

[@JamesChildress-pk2tz]

Back in the 80s I fished that opening spot, we fished the creek from both direction. I always preferred the upper stretch

[@markgibbs904]

Such a beautiful place. I like the way you did your mosquito netting on the hammock. Them rocks look like they are watching each other. Fun video. Peace now!

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Mark. The area is very different east Texas! It is extremely relaxing and quiet..... Peace, Ken

[@markgibbs904]

@@KennethKramm it’s wonderful Ken, live long my friend. Enjoy life in peace ✌🏽

[@JH-6]

Beautiful hidden gem. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@KennethKramm]

You're welcome my friend...

[@bradhamilton4290]

I'm really glad to see you're still doing this

[@Dsmuyt]

Great stuff my friend 👍❗..Thank U

[@christopherellis2663]

Very pleasant, reminds me of some of my own adventures. Need to get back into it.

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Christopher. Go forth .... the outdoors is is so please

[@swaintx]

Hi Ken. I enjoyed the video. Pretty place to hike and camp.

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment Bob. I wish you could have joined the adventure, as we did many years ago. Sweet memories. Peace

[@denniskuenze659]

Great video Ken. I really enjoyed it. I know you enjoyed making it. Hope you put out more video's. Enjoy and be safe out there.

[@AlvaroDiazCastro]

Hey, good to see you again. I was missing these vids during last 2 years.

[@NikonRules303]

Watching this one again - great video.

[@HARDYSFISHINGADVENTURES]

fantastic adventure Kenneth its been a while since i did anything bushy though for the last 7 years iv travelled across europe by bike and the last two fished as my legs just dont want to know now

[@SurvivalTheory]

That's a long way from the Sam Houston National Forest! Beautiful location. Thanks for sharing, keep up the good work!

[@KennethKramm]

Oh yes, totally different form Sam Houston NF. Both are beautiful, but in different ways. Thanks for watching and commenting my friend

[@umreeh]

LOL @ no internet. Nice to see there's still some water in the State since it's been so dry.

[@kwlee8547]

thank you for healing sir. from. south korea

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching and commenting from South Korea. Much appreciated. Healing is the reason I go hiking and camping. Peace, Ken

[@bertkelly7650]

Kenny!

[@PreachyMax]

Amazing hike and video

[@ahouser53]

Another great one Ken, hope all is well in CA, we miss you here in TX

[@KennethKramm]

Awesome. Thanks for watching and commenting. I miss Texas memories

[@thewheelchairprepper8070]

THANKS KEN 👍🙏✌

[@maxpinson5002]

Good to see another great video. Hope everyone is ok Beautiful scenery I always love the night sky and sunrise segments. Hope to see some camp cookery in the future Be careful negotiating those rocks. Very easy to twist something or fall. Thanks for the video and look forward to the next one

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching and commenting Max. I'm still learning how to do camp cooking when when no fires are allowed (due to drought and high fire danger). Solar cookers are something I've played with as a kid.... and may be perfect. Stay tuned... Peace, Ken

[@OldBlindDougArtist]

Love the video Ken, sorry it took so long for me to watch it. But we have our 6 year old grandson most of the time. I am glad to see you out having fun camping again my brother.

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching and commenting. No problem; grandchildren always come first. I think about you every day…. And wake up to your painting of me swinging next to Lake Travis. Fond memories…

[@OldBlindDougArtist]

@@KennethKramm I am sorry we never got to go camping together my brother.

[@hikingwithjackieboy]

Absolutely beautiful

[@KennethKramm]

Awesome

[@PHARRAOH]

I really hope you make it down here this weekend! If you do, try hard to arrive before 1030 am, as we have a guy coming into show us some historical places, things and more. You will be somewhat of a celebrity for the locals who follow you. I would really love to bring my hammock and join you on this creek here my friend. Its awesome. cheers

[@KennethKramm]

It's a bummer. Wish I could be with you guys ....but take care of grandchildren. Next time...

[@officiallydenise]

Beautiful creek, you look so happy, and you seem like a very smart man. Also, I live a few minutes from piru creek but I haven’t been there since I was a teenager! I enjoyed seeing it in video tho. I wish I was brave enough to go but I’m afraid I’ll get lost.

[@kinksbikes]

whew was worried when you crossed the creek Miss ya from Houston

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching snd commenting. Much appreciated

[@LouisianaBlackwaterFlyFishing]

so beautiful! I would love to wade out into that creek! I have missed your camping adventures Mr Kramm!

[@LongRider47]

What a great place. It’s been a few decades since I used to hike there. Glad to see it’s still so nice.

[@gotrocksinhead]

What a beautiful place! I've always loved the feel of your videos- so did my kids when they were young :) Thanks for taking us along old friend!

[@KennethKramm]

Oh yes, It is beautiful. I love rocks as much as you do .... and have rocks in my head too. I'm planning a trip to the desert, when my family hunted rocks in the 1950s. May mention your channel in upcoming video. Peace, Ken

[@LindaG858]

Nice video. Kenneth….peace.

[@KennethKramm]

Thank you

[@bubbalake4139]

Great video Ken! Always love your videos!

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks. Much appreciated...

[@redsorgum]

Thanks, Ken. That place looks great to hike/camp at. Your hammock setup is cool. Hopefully I’ll get some time off work to check the area out. Peace, Ken. ✌️ PS: I always love the night scenes.

[@KennethKramm]

Yes, this Is a great place to relax. And you don't have to walk for to play in the creek. Peace, Ken

[@DavidTaskey]

I grew up on the Whitaker Ranch north of Lake Piru. From 65 to 69. Have been almost all the way through. 5th grade to jr high. Know the Piru Augua Blanca well All the Deer Fish and Rabbits i could harvest. Its how we lived.like the 1800s

[@KennethKramm]

Sounds awesome! Thanks for commenting

[@bunba_77_15]

Nice looking place despite the name, Piru=the devil in finnish :)

[@peterappleton5213]

Where have you been brother lol hope you are well

[@KennethKramm]

Slowing down with age....but still hiking, camping and bushcreafting

[@jTroutuorT7034]

What a nice video! Thanks. How many miles have you done on this creek? I understand it is 19.5 miles from Pyramid lake to Piru lake. This was during the spring? or late spring?

[@kyleorndoff4162]

Amazing video, thank you so much! how long did it take to get to your first campsite?

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Kyle. I walked about 6 hours to get to place where I camped. However, there are many beautiful place for backpack camping closer to the parking lot. Closest is about 30 minutes walk on the trail going west (downstream) of the outhouse.

[@kyleorndoff4162]

@@KennethKramm thank you so much. I have the adventure pass. I didn't realize you could leave your car overnight in the parking lot area.

[@roberttolley5055]

Beautiful, why does no one put tart over tent with running line. Small ditch to keep water out around tent. Small pay out for great satisfaction

[@KennethKramm]

Yes, I learned what you suggest when I was a Boy Scout 70 years ago. It works ; however it is no longer considered a good practice because of increasing erosion, in heavily used areas. Also tents were made from canvas; no longer.. now days most everything is made from plastic zz which is more damage than traditional methods. Did you know all animals and plants now contain small particles of plastic. Even rocks that are forming today contain plastic. Much more damaging than traditional camping methods

[@NikonRules303]

Ken, can you tell us more about your walking stick? Did you make it?

[@KennethKramm]

Yes, I made it from a small child’s shovel, by adding a crossbar. It is very strong and stronger for rock scrambling than traditional trekking poles. It is designed base on the ancient Roman Furca. I made several videos two years ago on this tool

[@NikonRules303]

@@KennethKramm I remember that video but had no idea you made it from a shovel. Great idea!!

[@disco07]

Yes, I will now indulge a tuna sandwich and beef barley soup!

[@KennethKramm]

Smiling

[@Mikee713]

I thought you lived in Texas.

[@sigmundjahn3122]

He did. He moved

[@KennethKramm]

My wife and I moved to California about 8 months ago to be near our daughter and family.

[@zephaniahmarion]

😎

[@basscartel3256]

Looks like a great place to fly fish. Any signs of fish life in that area?

[@KennethKramm]

Many trout

[@basscartel3256]

@@KennethKramm thanks Ken I’ll give it a shot we usually hit up the East Fork of the angeles Forrest but we need a new adventure

[@chubbz82]

I'm planning to take my 9 year-old daughter here for a day trip this week. Any pointers

[@KennethKramm]

The entire area near the parking lot is beautiful. Bring bug spray; unfortunately there are biting insects

[@katelee670]

Nice place to hide at if you ever become homeless.. have you ever thought about doing videos like that.. pretending you're homeless.. maybe you can give some tips to people that are actually homeless.. maybe they can blend in more especially if they're out in the woods..

[@KennethKramm]

Yes, years ago I went stealth bike camping, had my beard long and was mistaken for being homeless…. Interesting and scary…. Needless to say my purpose was to sharpen survival skills

[@KennethKramm]

FYI, there are no homeless people on the Piru Creek trail. Too remote and challenging for most homeless folk

[@katelee670]

@@KennethKramm what about the big cities I know it's got to be a problem in the big cities.. being remote would be no problem for somebody like me but I've been camping since the age of 10.. being a woman I would prefer to be out in the middle of nowhere you know.. because a lot of homeless women fall victim to Violet crimes that's sick but it happens

[@KennethKramm]

@@katelee670 I am familiar with many places that are remote... mostly in the desert . Although this location is close to big cities, it is hard hike, after the first few miles, at the trails are barely trails with extensive rock scrambling , the further you go. Most folks are concerned about mountain lions, bears and rattlesnakes.

[@Mr.REEP0]

What a sweet hike you took...never did I know that even was there and I lived so close for years in San Fernando...I think to myself wow look at all those fishing holes you found...I got to find a few...

[@sigmundjahn3122]

Hi Ken, awesome video My FB is deleted. My WhatsApp is still up. Bob H. has my number. Sandor

[@KennethKramm]

Ok. I will ask Bob for your contact information,. My WhatsApp is deleted.