Kings Peak // Skiing Utah’s Highest Point

It took two years for us to get over our failed attempt and muster the energy to go out and attempt to ski Kings Peak again. Skiing Kings Peak is a 25 mile test of patience. 10 Miles of the approach from Henry’s Fork trailhead is an endless gradual slog. Things only start to get interesting at Gunsight Pass nearly 11 miles into the journey. Still it’s a challenge I looked forward to completing and memory of failing to ski it has been nagging me for a while now.

[@bassomatic1871]

Hearing you guys rag on Christoff is the best part of these videos. I am looking forward to the day when he gives payback. Hope you are healing quickly, Christoff!

[@cnuila]

I'm just enjoying watching them suffer without any guilt or FOMO :)

[@yotosthecoconut1196]

Binge watched almost every one of your videos and there's sincerely not another hiking channel like yours! Keep up the amazing content!

[@cherylbenish3274]

Finally a MA video. It has been a while and it is a good one. Some of the zingers out of Danny’s mouth always impresses and draws some laughs. That is too bad for Cristof in breaking a hip. I could only imagine how difficult it must be to be taken to a standstill and for so long. Ouch! Be well soon Cristof. You are missed!

[@chriswhetton3584]

I remember summiting Kings when I was 14. A storm hit us on our way back to Henry’s lake where our tents were. We got caught out in the open and my hair started standing straight up, I have never been more scared in my life.

[@bradleykelsey5156]

It's a good day when there are new vids from this page. Bravo

[@mitchellb9027]

What a pleasant surprise for this Wednesday

[@icebergmaier]

Your level of sarcasm while in the mountains is perfect. We'd get along just fine.

[@PhatPat6069]

Crazy how this peak is a "boring" peak for them. Living in Chicago I would be happy with anything 50 times less cool than this place...not a mountain for 100s of miles in any direction. Love living vicariously through you all!

[@dykim90]

You have Lake Michigan! I used to swim there all the time as well as bike and run next to it. Summertime chi is the best. Plus you can fly direct out west to many mountain cities. I used fly out to Denver Seattle and Vancouver all the time to snowboard. Don’t limit yourself! Get out there!

[@PhatPat6069]

@@dykim90 Oh don't worry...the availability of flights is one of the best things about living here. I'm currently working on the Colorado 14ers and have 30+ in the last 4 years. I do wish I could spend more casual weekends camping in the mountains though (hard to beat Lake Michigan in the summer though...or the food scene here). One of my favorite things about this channel is it pushes me to train harder for those trips out west so I can do more EPIC adventure like the Amateurs (although my adventures are never nearly as ambitious as theirs).

[@Tahiristan]

Seriously! I have done Kings Peak twice. I have also done a lot of "cool hikes" before my health issues slowed me down (breathing issues) and I feel like he's trying to say that without sounding ungrateful. That being said, Kings Peak is stunning. I think it's one of the best hikes/views in Utah. So idk what he's complaining about haha I also did it in Summer, so it's really green and there's literally dozens of blue lakes you can see from up there.

[@PhatPat6069]

@@Tahiristan yeah not trying to speak for them... But I didn't take it as ungratefulness but rather the fact that there's so much cool stuff that they do so this is tame in comparison. Also ... Not speaking for them, but they did nearly do it before and it never feels super fun to go back someplace just to check off a box. Poor Christof though..I hope they go back again with him someday haha..

[@Tahiristan]

@@PhatPat6069 I agree with you! I was just saying based off of how he said it. We definitely take it for granted here! You'd LOVE Kings Peak. It is an amazing hike but these guys are spoiled. I have followed them for a long time and I see their stuff all the time, and I love their stuff!! But they are definitely spoiled. When you have to take a backseat and take a break (like I have had to due to health issues), you miss all of it so much. I would do anything to do a "boring hike" right now.

[@medicinegone]

Nice, a Blake mention. How's he doing? I miss the little complainer.

[@lukefromtexas]

Yay I always look forward to your videos. I wish Chrisof a full and speedy recovery.

[@MrJoeycrackers]

Get well Christof!

[@cnuila]

I'm getting there!

[@micahchambers1856]

Hope Christof gets better! If you're in need of some quality skiing, come stop by Washington, got tons of snow and more on the way! Some friends were going to ski Mt. Rainier this weekend but there's just so much snow that avy risk will be through the roof. Always lovely to see you guys pop up in my notifications, keep up the good work and fun times!

[@jacksonhall5725]

Oh, hey, another Washingtonian!

[@noahbrazil27]

I'm from central Washington heading over to Rainer this next month going to head up the mountain and hit some trails around there throw me a line if yall want to chat.

[@rajanlliw]

they’ve done a ton in washington!

[@noahbrazil27]

@@rajanlliw There is alot to do in Washington state they still haven't done it all lol

[@micahchambers1856]

@@rajanlliw there's so much here, they could ski Eldorado, Glacier (if they want a 50 mile sufferfest) or Mount Olympus, to name a few. If they want some rock stuff, SEWS and Liberty Bell are great first Multipitch routes! So much to do here!

[@BackyardHiker]

I've hiked King Peak in the summer, and the colors of those "hills" without the snow are AMAZING! It does look bland with them covered in snow and might I add a bit boring, but in the summer months without the snow, completely different.

[@Tahiristan]

yeah I have done it twice and when the painters basin comes alive with grass and flowers, it is a sight to behold. Idk why they are dissing on this hike. It's one of my favorite. I am a Uinta Fanboy. Fight me Danny 😂 and I have been to a lot of cool places too like Alaska, the Canadian Rockies, etc...

[@risajackson564]

It is great to have you guys back skiing in Utah!!! That is scary that Christoff broke a hip. Save some zingers for Christoff that way he gets better soon!

[@tashunkawitko5984]

Great job, even greater inspiration and motivation!

[@andrewokerlund5689]

Love the commentary as always! Wonderful video!

[@sjldfilms5126]

Thank you for the video. Always great to follow along on your epic adventures.

[@jessicalee4859]

Thanks for another great video, guys! Get well soon, Christof. So sorry to hear of your injury ❤️

[@natef95]

Sorry to hear about Christof's accident. Wishing him a speedy and pain-free recovery!

[@cnuila]

Thank you!

[@TheSavacc]

Another great one.....and I learned to never use Danny's restroom.

[@gregpeay5563]

It’s actually really beautiful in the summer haha. Lots of lakes. The view to the south is really pretty.

[@nothankyou90]

Thanks for the continued motivation! Hope Christof gets back at it soon.

[@dmears5937]

First time commenting here, but love your content. I have viewed every adventure and never disappoints. Thoughts and prayers to Chistof on a lame injury. Hoping for a full recovery and back to the air and normal activities.

[@Evan-gj3gw]

You guys make it look so easy

[@ashwinvasavada8401]

Missed you guys! Good way to start my weekend.

[@NicWolfer]

Would really love to see you boys in the Adirondacks of New York - a video doing the Great Range Traverse would be awesome. Not your typical hike you guys are on but I think I’d love to see it - I can be a resource if need be!

[@BinyaminHikes]

Northeast videos would be awesome! What the mountains lack in size they make up well in ruggedness

[@peternewman1609]

Heck yeah visit the East

[@mrsonic17]

Wow - we were thinking of trying Gilbert Peak this weekend, but it looks pretty bare. Glad your video came out when it did!

[@rlands5134fd]

What a perfect day for it👌Nice video👍

[@lifeofluke]

The skiing actually looked quite decent, and the weather was absolutely gorgeous!

[@WhereKentWent]

Ayy what's up Luke? New video from you and Mediocre Amateur on the same day. It must be Christmas!

[@lifeofluke]

@@WhereKentWent Haha, Christmas in May

[@WhereKentWent]

@@lifeofluke It appears so, yes! I'm about halfway through an edit myself. Better get it together so I can join the club!

[@andrewwood4829]

Luke I love your videos man. Keep up the good work

[@lifeofluke]

@@andrewwood4829 Thanks Andrew, much appreciated!

[@silverdesk72]

Great film.

[@TS-eo9uf]

Wishing a quick recovery to Christof!

[@Fellmandave1]

Full and lasting healing Christof!

[@alaskan_bergwanderer]

When you guys drop in to start skiing back down...the music gave me some serious Warren Miller vibes. Great video as always!

[@kevinstarski1598]

Sure, Uintas may not be as "dramatic" looking as Wasatch, or Tetons, or Sawtooths....but their beauty in my opinion is more understated. We went there in Sept and fall colors were amazing, as well as the huge valleys. Of course we were not on a clock to hoof it to the peak and back, so we "smelled the roses" more perhaps....

[@pagewhite8177]

Snarky, sarcastic MA is my favorite MA! Thanks guys!

[@PerfDayToday]

Nice trip, awesome video, as always. Interesting to hear your Dynafit stories. I snapped a heel piece last season, first run of that season, radical SL. Hello Voile straps. Moved to ATK. Keep on keeping on. ‘Heel’ up Christof.

[@kevinw1129]

Great film. Hard day. Well done Amateurs.

[@LivingtheDream710v]

I just got recommended this channel and Holy smokes this content is epic! I just recently made a video of hiking here in wyoming, but I need to hit Utah for sure!!!

[@whenopportunitycomes8718]

Yessss... it's been a while. Midweek motivation ✌️✌️

[@simonlarsen1090]

It's crazy how much snow we didn't get this year

[@eaglesfannnn]

It's all coming in may though lol, skied pow this week, all hail the whale

[@jtcollins2112]

Back at it. Christof, get better.

[@devonbailiff]

True kings of the mountains!

[@kodycoggin]

More content please! Keep killing it.

[@MrIsomer]

Enjoyed your sense of humor. You shoulda been an R & D engineer for DynaFit. Your critique of that crampon fitting was probably more damaging than 10 bad YELP reviews!

[@otf.outdoors]

Great video guys, that place looks epic, atb Mick👍

[@ajduker]

Missed you guys.

[@gib_life]

Did a marathon with skis to talk smack about the mountain and Christof 😂, loved it!

[@arjunski]

I don't know what you guys have planned for the summer but if you aren't doing anything international, you should come try Mount Shasta. It's a phenomenal climb and the routes are so diverse in their technical challenge! Highly recommend either the Sargent's or Cassaval Ridge route!

[@lcb9807]

Broken hip?? Ouch! Beautiful open sunny sky!! I needed to see this, its been a snowy winter on this side!!!

[@wayphun72]

So sorry to hear about Christof, that's a bad injury for such a young and healthy man.

[@DylanReynolds]

Some of the best vids around. What do you all have planned for this summer?

[@ViaFerrataCH]

What a great comedy show

[@pianowizardray]

Ahhhhhhhhh you’re back

[@robvino]

Bon courage Cristophe !

[@shawnwalden2669]

thanks for the vid!!! although you are not a fanboy of the Uintah's you have to admit that a day with no one on it??? what a day!

[@davidtate166]

A lot of work on this one .you earned this to.good job.

[@thecommission5730]

truly KINGs

[@eaglesfannnn]

This is really cool, I wasn't sure if I'd ever see another attempt on this one from you guys. Considering how grueling the last attempt looked, and my own experience doing kings, you kept the video tone really chill! Ragging on christof is just vicious! The poor man's cripped

[@robertwynkoop7112]

I honestly don't get it. I have been watching for several years now. You guys are obviously expert skiers, in insane shape, travel the continent and world to some of the most beautiful places ever seen, have wonderful sense of humor (often while suffering significantly), and are living life large as adventurers. Bored by the highest peak in the great state of Utah! Sirs I have a declaration. You are neither mediocre nor amateur.... So glad Christof has recovered completely, I am sure he missed being there. Careful Danny, he may just get you back there again... just for fun!

[@sgriff5692]

Reminds me of my spring solo summit of Kings many years ago! But I did it in 3 days.

[@alphabeyta]

Reminds me of Wheeler Peak, the highest point in NM. Not a prominent peak, but Wheeler does have some nice views!

[@electricaltimelapsetest5713]

Cool new music 🎶

[@dtn311]

I'm with you guys. Born and raised in Utah but I've always found King's to be a bit underwhelming and kinda ugly. I know other peaks in Utah aren't as high but they are more dramatic and beautiful and I'd much rather be there. Thanks for the vids, keep posting!

[@MONTANAJDM]

Speaking of injuries (Poor Christof). Danny I have always been interested in learning about your "training regimen." As in how much skiing, running, vert training, strength training, etc you do on a weekly basis. Do you take days off? How are you holding up in regards to injury prevention/management? Cheers.

[@Amperland]

Agreed! They constantly do 30 mile strenuous days. I had DOMS in my calves after a ten mile ski tour recently and can’t imagine doing thirty!

[@cauthoncrazy]

Yea thirded!!

[@andrewstiff494]

Another video from Mediocre Amateur! Best day of the week! 😃

[@chriswhetton3584]

I have always enjoyed the Uintas in their own way. More for the wildlife and fly fishing. Red castle is probably my favorite spot. I have seen some pretty big moose in the area. I would certainly rather go up to the wind rivers but the Uintas are a good little getaway.

[@FlyfishermanMike]

Love Red Castle and the Uintas! The fishing there is awesome!

[@area51r]

fell better soon Christoff

[@swladimirov]

Redemption 💪

[@apkt]

looks like a “chocolate chip” spring ski. thanks for new content! question: what is the blue hoody you’re wearing in this one?

[@dancer1]

Yo so dope! Would love to do this

[@kevincarrollcasey]

What the Uintahs lack in drama they make up for in distance from the road.

[@geoffswyka1143]

👑 👑

[@johnmeye]

Great video! What bindings DO you recommend (for this type of mountaineering/skiing)?

[@species5022]

Great video boys! Will there be a Europa trip this year?

[@tarmon768]

fun and fun

[@cyclingbutterbean]

Hey Danny , how about a video about how you all know each other? Maybe a little background on yourself and your buds?

[@mountainninja3065]

Start with a 100 miles to nowhere on Animal Planet I believe it was. They had a show for 6 episodes. Danny, Blake and Matt.

[@UltraDad]

Get well soon Kristof! Glad to see the Mediocre Amateurs are still alive and well!

[@DanNoakes]

The kings on King peak.

[@BS2Dos]

👍👍

[@jadenstookey7676]

Finally kings

[@deanpesci8484]

What a weird experience - was lamenting the absence of your signature music, and up comes this commercial for Creede Boutique using the same damn music! WTF? Did sound like you snuck a little of that in at the very end....anyway, I spent a lot of time in the Uinta Basin working as a geologist on drill sites around Duchesne and Roosevelt, and some work west of SLC....and that damn Kings was just always looking sooo inviting...used to just stare at that peak for hours....just never either got the chance, or made it a priority more like, to actually climb it. Also interesting that despite the length, the northern approach is preferred....I know there IS a way to do it from the south, but it must not be much fun from what I can tell. Funny that I have done a ton of climbs and skiis in Colorado where I live, but the two peaks that I most want to do is Kings and Deseret. Deseret is cool just being out there in the middle of the desert I guess...anyway, nice video, especially after that debacle a couple of years back...did not know there was EVER zero wind up there! Hoping Christoff is on the mend....I nailed my hip countless times telemarking on hardpack, skateboarding and mtn biking, and now in my relative old age that left hip is trash. Those things tend to catch up with one years later....Peace.

[@TonyKorologos]

I need to learn how to kick turn with my BC skis on.

[@TS-eo9uf]

What bindings are you using/are your favorites? I got Dynafit Rotation bindings earlier this year and am currently loving them, though that could change when I have more miles behind me.

[@tarmon768]

they have another channel with gear reviews

[@mikemartin439]

Dang it! Christof!

[@mikemartin439]

Hope to see you again!

[@420actionunits]

Sorry Cristoph! I broke my ankle on the last day at Sun Valley this Easter. Rode the Tobaggan of Shame!

[@Mossekraka]

Redemtion!

[@daveygroothoff1366]

Hi fellow amateurs :) what model ski trab's are that? love the set-up! moved to the F1 Lt's too and now looking for lighter ski's (on the black crow orb's with ATK's)

[@A-Aa-ron]

Trab Magico 2’s

[@BP-ks5ox]

Best to cristof

[@deerloversheridan3038]

Wow we need more snow.

[@valdius85]

I saw many of your videos but still struggle to recognise which is which :)

[@brandonsmal]

I'll be going to try and hike Kings Peak this weekend. Since it's been a month do you think the trail is hikable without skies around this time of the year? would love to hear from anyone seeing this

[@jwhoward182]

Slaked the thirst for a new MA video

[@eddieplana2310]

Keep up the great work. I also give this channel my "first view must be on a TV" because the phone screen doesn't do it justice.

[@konstruktivismuskonstru9360]

oh, never broke my dynafit bindings - didn't even think about having a weak spot there...

[@beeclimbing9954]

Sorry to hear you're a man down, broken hip, did Christof leave your protected valley and suddenly age 3 decades?!? Hope his recovery goes well and goes quickly. You guys can tell him you took the hit for him today: this looked like a total slog...

[@andrewsteavpack9079]

3:59 looks like a sticker never got taken off the sunglasses lens, would drive me nuts

[@deanpesci8484]

Christoff did f-ing WHAT? And on WHAT? Interesting how things like that seem to happen when we are taking our foot off the gas...WOW!

[@awestphal1592]

If I saw correctly, Danny was Number One in the Toilet Bowl, which makes Aaron Number Two. Just sayin!

[@johanlindeberg5487]

I am a big fan👍 Anyone here familiar with backcountry skiing in Sierra Nevada? Visiting LA with family in late may and have been granted 2 days off to get some turns in the Sierras. But being from Sweden I have no local knowledge other than Leavitt Peak looks cool on KZbin. Anyone with some good tips?

[@emart4400]

Hey, where did you guys get the water bottle holders that are on your pack straps?