Hiking Longs Peak 14er in Colorado

[@michaelfitzgerald434]

I am 75 years old with a lung transplant. I hiked Longs Peak when I was 30. Hard to believe 45 years have gone by!

[@Rob_132]

Congratulations! You did something most will never do :) I fondly remember my time in Colorado. All youngins in the States should move west for a time during their youths-as the famous quote implores.

[@drurywriting]

THANKS CRAIG for letting us re-hike this trip--My wife and I did it last in September 1971, 51 years ago this fall.

[@cncguides]

I don't know about you, but I think I have slowed down in the last 51 years.

[@TheEZGZ]

My first watch and like of you channel. I'm 71 live in Loveland for 20 years looking at Longs Peak from the bottom up. Just had open hert surgery and a pacemaker installed. If I get to where I can hike and breath again I would like to try longs peak and look at home from the top down. This was a good sample of whats ahead. A neighbor thinks I'm crazy and told me people die on this hike every year. I'd rather crash and burn doing something I love instead of slowly rotting away one peace at a time.

[@natefeldman5861]

Kraig- this is singlehandedly the best and most beautiful video of Long's. I watch most of your videos and you are so talented. Having said that, I wouldn't minimize the effort required to safely complete the Keyhole Route, even though it is "only" Class 3. It is a long day, anyway you shake it and it will beat up a lot of hikers. You are fit and experienced. There are far too many people on this mountain that are not and shouldn't be attempting it. Rockfall in the Trough is also particularly dangerous during summer months, with lines of people kicking rock down. Helmets are always a great option. Again, it was a magnificent video and I hate to be preachy. But, people die up there and it most of the accidents are highly preventable.

[@cncguides]

Not too preachy.

[@outcastling]

Whoa, we just hiked this yesterday! Did it in one go, started at 3:30 am and summited by 9. One of the best hikes of my life!

[@incredibleviews8100]

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[@bigbrowntrout1]

This is my favorite video of Longs that I've seen, and I've seen many. I grew up in the shadow of it and it's always beckoned/haunted me. You just seem so at peace during the climb, which gives me confidence to possibly try it this upcoming summer of 2024. Thank you so much for sharing! 🙏

[@dearadventuree]

This is amazing work. But what people may not realize is the extremely hard work of filming it all. Camera setup. Filming a movie. Then you go back to pick up your camera and clean myself up again. And then edit it all together. I myself have recently started making videos about nature, so I really understand how hard it is. A beautifully made video shows that you really love what you do, you inspired me alot.Greetings from India 😊❤️🌼

[@jpbroadwater]

The effort required to share these treks with us, and the experience that Craig has in filming and editing, is amazing. So grateful and proud to be a subscriber.

[@travelloop]

well said

[@TheVirtualSherpa]

Shot at 5:39 is money - also if you want more big trip backpacking style - Colorado Trail has endless options, especially down in the San Juan's. Can be linked on their own or to create much bigger loops.

[@lizusedon9237]

The intro gave me shivers and transported me right into the beautiful scenery ❤️ After a stressful week I felt totally calm after watching this amazing film Thank you 🙏🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Ps England is beautiful you know and the Lake District area is very beautiful especially! Come & visit one day 🙌🙌❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@douglasadams6115]

Did this hike back in 1974. I made it to the keyhole rest house, but took a look at the remainder and said no way. After seeing your footage I think I made the right choice for the time. Thanks for the video.

[@user-yg6dk9eh8g]

smart!!!

[@pavelafonine5487]

Best video on Longs peak I've seen so far: clear, sufficiently detailed description -- that's al I need preparing myself for this hike! Thanks! Excellent job!

[@YordanosGindo]

THANK GOD! this made me feel so much better about summitting Longs Peak, Thanks man, I can't wait!

[@justinofboulder]

You had pretty perfect weather! Those sections that "seemed easier than you had heard" can get pretty sketchy quickly in a storm. Been up Longs 8 times now, first time was over 14 hours round trip. Quickest time was 4:18 round trip. Pikes is still my favorite of the 14ers, (Barr trail from Manitou Springs to summit) it's just such a great trail!

[@cristinabenavente199]

The crunch of your steps as you walk by , water in background, so soothing,.. crunch of soap grains … do appreciated!

[@reneeatkinson9451]

So happy you're in Colorado now! Please do all the videos they're so helpful.

[@__-pl3jg]

Kraig - I recommend "Ice Lake" outside of Silverton. Of all the Colorado trails I've hiked that one seems to have the most lush vegetation and wildlife. Also, the state stocks the upper lake (Fuller lake) with brown trout so you can do a little fishing when you reach the top. I think the uppermost peak is around 12.5k feet high. The last time I went I lugged 15lbs of wetsuit gear and free dived Fuller Lake. Sometimes I wonder if Im the only human to ever do that 🤔. There's mostly just old, rusty miner equipment at the bottom but it was still a lot of fun. There were edible puffball mushrooms growing all around the lake so I had trout and sautéed puffball for lunch...It was great😃.

[@SummitSeeker546]

In the 70’s Chasm Lake was frozen over the entire summer. Such a beautiful location. The Diamond face of Longs at roughly 2500’ vertical feet and is absolutely magnificent.

[@chriseckert9907]

After watching your video I decided to give you a few helpful ideas since you are new to the Rockies. You might consider using better shoes. Boots with steel shanks will better protect your ankles and feet. The hard granite rocks on Longs have made many hikers in tennis shoes wish they stayed home. I have had to assist people with serious ankle injuries on three separate Longs hikes. All had tennis shoes on. Your cavalier remarks about the ease of this climb help no one. Many have died on this peak . It should be taken very seriously as should all of the fourteeners. I wish you happy climbing in the Rockies.

[@ericd9853]

Congratulations on the move. Living in Colorado is truly amazing. Awesome hike!

[@jonne1762]

Another great hiked. Really like that you chose a hike close to you. Instead of having to fly far away.

[@sharondavis8003]

Great trip, Kraig. Loved the views of the lake which were breathtaking. 😱👍🏻

[@walshjustin04]

Hell yeah man i didn't know you moved to Colorado! Welcome brother! I was born and raised here but after moving away for a few years i knew i had to make my way back! I grew up hiking and camping all over the Rocky Mountains and i can tell you its one of the best places in the world to live if you're passionate about those things! Much love brother! Keep up the great content!

[@amorzz100]

I have hiked many years ago. Unforgettable and breathtaking… literally!

[@rothberg4334]

Thanks for making this video. This is the way Long's Peak is meant to be experienced. Its a great experience and this captured it all.

[@stavio12]

1 minute into the video and I pressed the like button and I'm not even a hiker, I just loved the beautiful scenery.

[@hikewithlucky]

I started a youtube channel just by watching your videos Kraig ❤️. I know its an uphill for a new channel like me but I'll be consistent and make sure to improve myself with every video I make. Thanks you Kraig ❤️.

[@shubhamstudios-bt9ev]

Hey Kraig always love to watch your video, whether its hiking or the wedding film school. your skin always glowing like a diamond keep shining lots of love from Indian....

[@rajatyadav9698]

One of the few videos that i don’t watch in 2x. You are my inspiration for Hiking, Thanks.

[@triny201]

Yeah!!! Looking forward to Pike's Peak! Have fun in Europe. Super excited for you.

[@aaronottaway1670]

Loved this video. Perfect blend of sights, info, and commentary. A little bit of everything.

[@naturalflow157]

Oregon has been my favourite place on earth. There are many places like Oregon, but nothing beats the people, hikers, great souls you get to meet while hiking, exploring, or just camping for weeks. Absolutely lovely and soothing video to watch after a long day of stressful work. Thank you and happy exploring.

[@thelatearthurmorgan6158]

That's interesting! I've never heard anyone say anything good about the Oregonians and I always assumed they were all a bunch of neo-fascist corporate-commie antifa types. Reading your comment has made me realize that maybe they are not all that way.

[@nicktrujillo417]

@@thelatearthurmorgan6158 coastal towns are as you described, central Oregon and eastern Oregon are the opposite

[@adventure_outdoors]

What a beautiful film with great information. I hope to do Longs in the next few years!

[@gokucrazy22]

I love the music selection in this one. A huge part of why I loved your older videos (tmb, picos de europa, etc) was because the music (at least the first track) had a distinct melody with it rather than just being a pure ambient track.

[@akshaykumarbade]

I loved the landscapes on this trail/hike. Thank you for filming this beautiful trial/hike. 🙏 Watching from countryside India.😊

[@TonyHaydenOnTheTrail]

There is a "Trail Tax" to be paid at Chasm Lake and Boulder Field. Those marmots were waiting for payment. I was glad to see that snow field at Jim's Grove. We used to slide down that on trash bags. Thank you for the journey back!

[@kraigadams]

Lolol they will collect

[@ThatsAggravating]

Welcome to Colorado brother… moved to Denver 2 years ago and wouldn’t want to live anywhere else

[@ericd9853]

Honestly the idea of a group hike out here would be awesome! Following on the instagram now and I’ll keep an eye out for that, would be epic!

[@mointhewild]

I'd rather see all your 14 mile hikes in Colorado in long format on KZbin. I'm not a tiktok fan. Thanks for the beautiful content. The silent films are so refreshing. I get so tired of the diarrhea about the mouth youtubers out there. Thanks for sparing us the 20+ mins of filler words and bullshit.

[@electric_keys]

As someone who is from Longmont, this is really cool to see! Cheers.

[@makeeverydaycinematic]

The amount and quality of self reflection and inward thinking you are afforded during your “silent” adventures must be glorious. You get to connect with God and nature while picking your shots quietly and even probably brainstorming video ideas/career ventures. Enjoy your life my friend, and keep the fantastic videos coming.

[@hikesome]

Wonderful intro incredibly beautiful scenery and trail. Top-notch production as always. Great hike and video Kraig. Just enjoying my cold beer to it right now ;) And congratulations on the summit ascent, one video for every summit would be nice!

[@bigbrowntrout1]

Great informative vid! I loved the bonus info in the 2nd half! Cheers 🙏

[@Valaran1]

Welcome to Denver, I've lived here 8 years and just finished my first 14er a couple weeks ago. Loved the video, but Long's is on my "next few years, maybe" list. Enjoy your upcoming trip!

[@letsgoforawalk]

I make long-format hiking touring videos of big peaks of Colorado like this. I respect the effort you put into something like this. 🙏

[@noahfrancis4525]

Kraig! Missed you by a couple days! I also slept at the boulder field. Quite the fun hike

[@andrewnobilini4183]

Love the vid as usual! Excited to see you here in CO and what you decide to hike. You should check out the San Juan National Forest range, some amazing hikes out that way! Also if your going to glacier we gotta touch base! My wife and I used to be tour guides there for a couple of seasons, would love to send a few recommendations your way. Hoping for good weather while you’re in Iceland! We just got back yesterday and it was incredible.

[@clarkschiring6972]

Great video man will follow. This hike did look easy, you made it look easy but congrats on the summit and the perfect weather conditions. My friend and I had to turn around at the Narrows, almost ten years ago, they're not a great place to be in 40-50 mph winds...but, you didn't have that! So, I'm happy for you. Might give her another try. Thank you

[@plenzlerjm]

Nice! I climbed Longs in the winter of 94 - epic trip. Love that place. Well done.

[@brooks8792]

I love the view from the boulder field campground.

[@maddyancheta1001]

Your videos are just absolutely mesmerizing and I can't even explain how much I appreciate them

[@MrA1582000]

Best video of this hike I’ve ever seen. Awesome video.

[@Calhack1]

100% agree that most 14ers don't need their own video, but there are certainly some that deserve it. Crestone Peak/Needle, Capitol, and Chicago basin to name a few. If you enjoyed the scrambling on Longs you should come up to the Flatirons, there are so many fun routes.

[@whistlepig]

I love your vids, and this is among my favorite. Great editing!

[@harrisonparker9046]

Always good for my soul. Thanks brother.

[@Skyline395]

Wow that aerial is crispy and beautiful! Giving Longs the treatment it deserves!

[@lexatrice2600]

Great Film. Excited to see your European trips.

[@SabatSyah]

Fall in love with the place, very quiet, calm, good weather. Thank you for the magnificent video. Really like it🤠

[@Grape_editz]

Im probably gonna do it next year when I’m 13 and it’s gonna be great

[@AndrewPick6]

My all time favorite 14er is Mt. Sneffels via Blue Lakes Trail. The views are incredible, tons of wildflowers, and there are multiple ways to summit it. It is quite busy though.

[@LS-kl6bj]

Nice hike and photography. I moved in CO four years ago, and though I day hike extensively, I still haven't summitted a single 14er. Though they have their own charm, I like the hiking out of Ouray and vicinity -- involving basins, lakes, streams, canyons, forests, etc. The best hikes are in the 6-8 mile roundtrip range, with an average of 2000' elevation gain. And one can head up toward Grand Junction for a more desert environment and red rock canyons like found in Utah. Be safe and keep hiking.

[@CarlosRodriguez-oc6hw]

Got my siblings to summit this past weekend. Welcome to Colorado! Maybe I’ll see you out there, maybe fly fishing on the Gunnison.

[@samanthaneal2064]

Why does this feel like a throwback Kraig Adams vid? Loved it! Thanks

[@sydneyandkoda]

I'm set on doing Longs in August! I'm just hoping I get awesome weather like you experienced. And thank you for easing my anxiety over the "scary" sections. Every trail review that I read makes those scrambles seem really intense.

[@jobmartin7356]

Love this video! So glad the music is back too...Just another great video!

[@hikermikem8]

😁 Great move to Denver and an epic hike in such a stunning area. A great place for mountain training for future endeavours.. Expertly edited as always.. I would love to visit colorama as well as the Canadian rockys. One day 🇬🇧🇨🇦🇺🇲

[@incredibleviews8100]

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[@JackAgainski]

I've been there a few times when I lived in Boulder A very beautiful area.

[@NoraConrad]

We used to hike Longs for cross country in high school and it's so much fun to see one of your videos in a spot I know so well. The weather looked incredible for you too!

[@DproximaSlots]

Just moved to Golden and love the idea of group hikes as you mentioned. Awesome video!

[@willarthur3888]

I did this in 2018 with a group of friends. Winds were RIPPING at the keyhole as we waited for the sun to rise (started at 2 am). The shelter was full and me and my buddy found a "cave" created by 2 boulders and smashed ourselves in there followed by 2 other friends. never been so cold in my life. We probably looked like. pack of wild dogs huddled up in there lol

[@philiphill6697]

I had almost the exact same experience, but a lot longer ago.

[@WatchEatDaily]

the majestic Chasm Lake! Lived in Estes for a while I loved exploring the Rockies!

[@Gutearth]

I would highly recommend hiking Mt. Holy Cross outside of Vail. There is a small camp ground a couple hours into the hike which helps break it up. If you attempt a summit/descend in one day then it will take about 8 hours. Happy trails.

[@SummitSeeker546]

I had the pleasure of climbing this amazing peak around 16 times from the mid 70’s to mid 80’s. It’s challenging yet rewarding! You’ll pucker up at the trough, the narrows, and the home stretch. Sorry but too many damn people crowd this trail. It’s a beauty though. Love Longs Peak!

[@thesuperioraffection4502]

Check out the Four Pass Loop near Aspen in the Maroon Bells Snowmass Wilderness. Absolutely stunning. 28 miles, 8,500 feet elevation gain, 3 or 4 days backpacking or 1 very full day of trail running.

[@clarkgray4109]

Regarding the Marmots-- They definitely probably get fed sometimes but a Ranger at 4 pass loop told me they it's mostly because they are super mineral deprived since they live at such a high altitude. I caught one eating the leaves where I peed because of the minerals I was "discarding"

[@kazhatfield1346]

Sweet video. I just did the Keyhole Ridge a couple days ago. Probably my favorite of the variations out of The Keyhole Route and The Cables. Cables is pretty neat though.

[@AmbientWalking]

Very cool! Love this video a lot. Always happy to see something new from you!

[@TheSimpleHick]

Kraig in Colorado = $$$

[@kekeshuoshuo]

So stunning. What an amazing hike!

[@j0e_0n_the_g0]

So what do you think of Colorado? Amazing state for sure. It’s been a go-to destination for our family for many years. We climbed Longs back in 2013 and made it a one day trip- very early morning and late evening return…pretty worn out! But by far one of the best 14’ers ever. The entire day is epic. You were able to see Chasm Lake up close and camp in Boulder Field- great experience for sure. Thanks for sharing your experience of Longs Peak. Brought back some great memories!

[@Dovid2000]

Stunning cinematography! Such solitude!

[@dancer1]

Love this mountain. Nice video Kraig

[@ajmorrissett5008]

dude! i work at a camp in estes park and my program van with the flame decal on it is in the background at the parking lot, we must’ve been there at the same time. brings back good memories of me and my campers!!!

[@ArsMagine]

You easily have the most beautiful nature (drone) shots...

[@rahultimmala7353]

our old kraig adams is back. seems like a difficult hike to me. waiting for your europe hiking videos

[@galaxyone6360]

This guy does some great cinematography

[@Oscarito_us]

Did this with friends a few years back and really enjoyed it.

[@victorart-]

Very beautiful landscape!!! 🐬🐬

[@Dentiera]

I’m doing the Tour du Mont Blanc right now! Can’t even begin to imagine trail running it. I’m dead as it is. Taking an unplanned rest day right now feeling a little under the weather. Can’t wait to see that!

[@crsasoccerchamp]

You make the climb look so casual with the hands in the pockets! I summited Longs just two days ago and I had climbing gloves on with constant 3- to 4-point contact with the granite from the Keyhole onwards. You must have thighs (and nerves) of steel brother!

[@frankr2246]

Awesome. Looking forward to seeing pikas in your other videos.

[@joshkennedy5346]

So I just gotta ask: 1) What were you eating out of the Jetboil? 2) Where did you find the water stream up in the Boulder Field? Thanks! I’ve done Longs x3 now but always day hike, never an overnight ( seems more relaxing)

[@myraphoenixnature88]

Always been waiting for your stunning video blogs. Thank you!🙏

[@hokkaido111]

Thank you for the beautiful scenery

[@brandonmathis381]

Couldn’t think of a better way to start my week. Cheers, Kraig!

[@Narrowway7]

Hahahaha. The bong and weed in your “move to Colorado starter pack” picture 😂👏🏻

[@brendankeen6456]

Capital peak is my favorite 14er. Definitely worth a video.

[@TalesofAdventure]

Such incredible scenery! 😍😍

[@Roadtosomethingnew1]

Nice video man, thanks for sharing. Excited for Iceland 🇮🇸

[@joshuawillman8769]

You got to hit glacier my man! Most beautiful national park in the country… hit it up in august or late July though. Half the park is still closed up until those dates