The Largest Tree in the World // Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

[@imgoodru2840]

Awwwww... I love watching the kids... Sweet Kensley... watch her ..she skips so much..her lil spirit is full of pure joy. Watching my lil man not say a word...They will NEVER FORGET. Y'ALL ARE PRECIOUS IN MY OLD HEART.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Aww thank you! Hensley days skipping gets you there faster haha.

[@dorothysaal7775]

Hi folks, magnificent isn't it!!! I lived in these Sequoias half my life! I am now in my 70s. I have been very fortunate to live in these beautiful mountains..have fun and be safe..get on your hiking shoes..lol

[@timwoody3835]

Several years ago my wife and I were in Sequoia at big trees and she looked up at the trees and said, “How can anyone deny the existence of God after seeing this?”

[@monicalifornia_]

What a trip. ❤️❤️❤️ ❤️ It is a blessing to live in a place where you can wake up and say. “So, what are you in the mood for today? Beach day? Big trees? Yosemite? Tahoe? Disney?” There are heaps of people here but we have 360° of wonder. 😊

[@metajones3220]

Your children are so sweet you can always tell when children are being raised by parents and not daycare or school, JJ is awesome

[@llowery1276]

Those National Park gift shops, hit our wallet everytime with our kids. 😆 We just did Mammoth Cave in Kentucky yesterday. It was pretty cool, close by to where we live in Tennessee, and the kids had a blast on the cave tour. 🙂

[@JoyBean]

Sorry for your jeep troubles. Hopefully you can get that figured out soon. The Sequia trees are gorgeous and mystic. Looks like such a great trip and a nice way for the kids to see the World around them. Enjoy..

[@jcferg3370]

We hope your enjoying CA as much as we enjoy living here. In our part of CA, we can enjoy the warm beaches of Malibu, the playground of Disneyland, the race tracks in the hot desert, and snow skiing all being 45 to 90 minute drive away.

[@mikesherrett8928]

I love the tour. At 73, my days of long up and downhill hiking are gone. I am SO grateful to you both to allow my wife and I to enjoy this journey. drive safe... we are praying for you all.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

So glad you are enjoying it.

[@swansodi]

Years ago, I spent the summer with an Aunt and Uncle just outside of those parks. They took me camping up there and I fell in love with camping and those parks. Time past and many years later I was stationed at NAS Lemoore and the opportunity to go back, still just an amazing experience. Thanks for the video, it was awesome.

[@ronaldstephens1792]

Told ya!🤭🤭🤭 BIG HONKIN TREES! BEAUTIFUL

[@brucewallace3860]

Best. Opening. Ever. Beginning with your trip to Alaska, where your videography/editing really began to shine, you have constantly showing off your new skills and just consistent excellence. This - this is different. This was a home run. Congrats, Nathan! This 90-seconds is as good as KZbin gets. Thanks.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Wow, thank you!

[@caboogie]

Look how big they've grown so quickly. Not the trees, the two little souls you both obviously adore. Blessings all around.

[@paulbenoit9431]

Y'all should get an Aero Press for coffee when you don't have electricity. Small, lightweight and makes awesome coffee. Love your videos!

[@DavidHBurkart]

Some of California's best offerings. Truly awe-inspiring. Those cold temps can at mile-high elevations can last well into June. Floor Mats? I wouldn't buy that either... unless it was 😂😂

[@sherriweber7105]

Great video! Glad you are getting your Jeep back but hopefully it will be all good! Don’t know what floor mats have to do with gears. But time will tell. Hopefully it will be ok. I can’t believe how cold it got in California. In May. The Sequoia’s looked nice and tall. Never seen them before until now. Thank you for this adventure. You all took a nice hike. That looked like fun as well. It was snowing there how strange is that? This was a great adventure. Thank you fir this adventure and I hope you have a great night and week and see you soon!

[@Carolann_237]

Yes JJ, tress are awesome! So cute. This video was awesome too;)

[@sallylove3563]

isn't our nation absolutely stunning ..The Good Lord did beautiful work amazing ... the wonder in JJ's eyes so awesome and then Hensley catching the snow .. the wonder of kids ..magical

[@MattGrossChannel]

When I was a boy, my sister and I'd go to our aunt's home in Santa Cruz for Christmas. Cousins Carolyn and Douglas, their two dogs Kingsley and Kyle, would take us hiking deep into a redwood and moss filled gully. When we got back to their huge house completely exhausted and covered in mud, Aunt Sally had hot baths waiting for us. It was heaven!

[@kimbreneman6001]

We loved Sequoia National Park.

[@twdenman1]

Ask the dealer to adjust the clutch to disengage the clutch sooner. I bet you have more than a few inches of play in the pedal before you feel the clutch disengage. Those floor mats, installed correctly or not, should not have kept the clutch from disengaging. I think your pedal is bottoming out before the clutch is completely in neutral. Loving your National Park Adventure videos. Keep them coming!

[@scots-irish]

Absolutely fabulous video, thanks guys and the kids are adorable

[@karencaskey6210]

I always say that you can't get bored living here in California. Drive 2 hours in any direction and the scenery, and temperature, completely changes. And yes, the mountains do get quite cold, especially at night. We consider that our summer retreat away from the Valley heat. Always dress in layers there and on the Coast.

[@cathybeall986]

Beautiful. Love to hear JJ talk. Such cute children! Safe travels

[@brettanddebbragoodall2066]

You spend soooo much time editing your KZbin videos, and this one was really "special", GREAT work. Thank you.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you very much!

[@brookmedeiros5249]

Oh wow, this video just came across and we were also camping in Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park when you released this video. We were in a tent, though.

[@TheFivepoint1994]

The Redwoods are the most amazing natural things I've ever seen. California is off the charts beautiful.

[@pattimundschenk1402]

Your drive on those winding roads was very dizzy in the head. Beautiful scenery at both parks. Thanks for the views,

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you.

[@carmentaylor3706]

When you go to Yosemite enter from the South Gate. You’ll love it and pay attention as soon as you’re exiting the tunnel. And driving the Coast line is a must take highway 1 and Carmel by the Sea, Big Sur is also pretty cool.

[@kimproffer695]

Loved this video so much! I remember having my picture taken in front of that tree in the mid 70’s. Definitely something you’ll never forget. JJ was so cute.. “Trees are awesome” lol

[@emmaderuiter5192]

Brings back wonderful memories of our one & only trip to that amazing State in 2000. Cannot wait to go back. So much yet to see & so glad we did see those tremendous Sequoias. Northern California is stellar. Thanks for this great video, from Canada!

[@dawnie3029]

Loving all your videos. Reminds me your style of videos when you guys were in the class A & airstream! Favorite moments of the video: when Hensley said she missed the warm weather and when JJ spotted the bears first!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Glad you like them!

[@lindawoody8501]

We love both Sequoia and King's Canyon National Parks. Breath-taking trees, beautiful scenic views, clear fresh air and nice people. We like the Southern route for scenery but it is very very winding and narrow. Better with an RV to do the Northern route. Glad you all got to see the Black Bears (older juveniles can sometimes be brown or reddish in color).

[@marykriglein9839]

Me and hubby just went to Sequoia yesterday. Awesome experience. It is like another world.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

It really is!

[@adventureswithgnomie6553]

Neat travels. J.J. yelling "bears" was priceless.

[@craftytraveler9238]

Thanks for the video. I know that road, I drove it with my Minnie Winnie too. When we were at the Kings Canyon visitors center in mid April there was still snow around the building.

[@stratos175escape7]

BEAUTIFUL!!!! Enjoy the road and stay safe.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you! You too!

[@maryathey280]

Lots of interesting articles on the sequoia trees -I've never been to this area in the West- love watching your visit.......I know it's costing you all $$ but I'd have another jeep dealer check it out. doesn't make sense that floor mats would keep it from shifting!!!!!

[@mikedoran4763]

Love the shorts and puff jacket combo. I screams..."all my long pants are in the dirty cloths!" Yep, been there. 😅

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

More like "I didn't bring any long pants."😀

[@SeaTreeWonder]

Walking beneath the beautiful & WONDERMENT inspiring Sequoia giants is a powerful, life impressioning, and awe-inspiring experience!! *So glad you all got to experience it's magic and grateful that you shared it with us.* Spending time in such a spectacular raw, wild, wonder inspiring nature really gives life meaning and perspective. Cheers to appreciating all the countless wonders you have to appreciate on your adventures!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

We agree!

[@RobertGronachon]

Welcome to our State! wish we could have met up...but our 32 footer makes it tough to go to these wonderful places.

[@darlacurry149]

Seeing you love my state like I do has brought tears to my eyes. Welcome to California LJMJ! I wish you the best time ever!

[@msnbutterfly1]

Welcome to California! Yeah, the weather in the high sierra is extremely dramatic and can be life threatening when not prepared for. So glad you guys are having fun with this RV set up! Enjoy!

[@pamhixson2882]

So glad you're enjoying our state.. in California north south east west always find something,up north are the redwoods and there used to be a tree you could drive through but it has since fallen.. California always has some type of hidden treasure to find... Keep enjoying your trip have a fantastic one

[@steveegbert3554]

Glad you enjoyed you visit here in Tulare County

[@imkwuzn]

I’m so glad you’re enjoying the beauty and magic of my home state. It truly is one of the most diverse and beautiful places on Earth. Wait until you see Yosemite!

[@dustoff1472]

Been there done that. So happy for you all. Enjoying the channel. Tks for sharing.

[@rhondalyn100]

Wow, guys! Upping the game with this video! Great commentary, visuals and music! Thanks for sharing your lives with us. 🙂

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thanks for watching! Thank you.

[@janstess86]

YOU GUYS JUST WAIT UNTILL YOU SEE YOSEMITE..SO AWESOME. I LIVE IN FRESNO, AND WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO WORK IN YOSEMITE FOR 3 YEARS. I STARTED AT YOSEMITE LODGE, AND THE VALLEY IS MUCH WARMER THAN SEQUOIA...I WOULD HAVE LOVED TO MEET YOU GUYS IN YOSEMITE AND SHOWED YOU AROUND..ANYWAY, ENJOY THE NATIONAL PARKS HERE IN CALIFORNIA..THEY REALLY ARE AWESOME. LOVE WATCHING YOU ALL....HAPPY TRAILS. OH, MAKE SURE YOU DRIVE UP TO GLACIER POINT. IT IS 7000 FEET ABOVE THE VALLEY AND YOU CAN SEE 3 WATERFALLS UP THERE. YOU WON'T WANT TO MESS IT..MUCH LOVE TO YOU GUYS..Judy

[@tanyab9808]

The exact same thing happened with my brother-in laws jeep and we STILL give him a hard time about it. There is some type of switch near or under the mats ....he insisted something was wrong with the transmission, had it towed while traveling ....only to discover it was the mats the entire time. An expensive lesson to learn!!

[@annek1226]

Gee Momma, I wonder where JJ. learned that word!! Lol! Awesome!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Good question!

[@patriciacoxson3180]

Hello there Guys what another great video love them big Trees 🌳. Beautiful... we still can't believe they can't fixed your Jeep. Its still under warranty.. Wow what another great video looks cold loll. Its nice to see you guys enjoying your time together outside. .. family memories last forever. Thanks for taking us along with you everywhere you go stay safe out there on the roads 😊 Take care God bless

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thanks so much

[@shellyohara3379]

What a bummer….we must of just missed you all. It would of been a total blast to run into you guys. Watching your video makes me feel like I am back there. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@kurtschulmeyer1041]

That's what I like about the Sierras: it can be 80 during the day and freezing at night All my camps in the Sierras are between 5000 and 7500. There are great trails in both parks: I grew up camping both and Yosemite.look forward to that video! Stay safe.

[@kylepifer9509]

We were there and it was snowing at the top it was so neat and so quiet 🤫👏🏻

[@dougd9944]

I agree Nate, it would be hard to believe that the Jeeps problem was the floor mats, highly to 99.9% impossible. I can't wait to see how this ends! I have been looking at jeeps and will await your findings. Have fun..:)

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you, fingers crossed!😀

[@donnaharris4459]

Super vlog guys, the views and the waterfalls loved it. Can't believe the diagnosis on the jeep. Hope you have a fab week and take care.❤❤🇬🇧

[@lindaheckert8495]

I miss those beautiful state parks in California. I remember camping up in the high Sierras in early June back in the 70’s with my parents there was snow all around.. I love your videos thanks for taking us on your journey.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thanks for sharing

[@keeplifemoving]

Here's a coffee tip kids.... make extra...put left overs in a bottle in the fridge. That way u just have to heat.. I'm in florida.. so it's one of my hurricane prep things... make it.. n freeze it.. so if no power I can always heat some up on gas or wood stove

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Great idea!!

[@bertrellephillips3512]

I wish I had some magical words to say to you both. Your inspiring your enlightening and you’re living the life y’all deserve

[@TakeATripTogether]

Loved the video! We dream of visiting these parks someday and seeing them through your eyes is so fun. Seeing those bear scramble up the tree was crazy!!! So sorry about the Jeep issues. Car stuff is no fun - especially while on the road. So impressed with how you have kept your chin up and powered through. We love being part of Team Journey. All our best!

[@jolenecreech7648]

Love ❤️ the Sierras!!!! We have gone up every year for 60 years! Glad you went before the summer crowds!

[@TravelSmallLiveBig]

So glad you are enjoying California! It really is a diverse state. And it does help to be “smallish” to get campsites in certain areas!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

It really does.

[@taravideobb]

Yes. The north part of California is beautiful.

[@debolsen3294]

Way to go JJ! Seeing the bears first was awesome.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

The best!

[@Lobaby55]

I used to live in San Diego where the weather is perfect. Then I moved up to Bass Lake, CA before Yosemite. You have to take a winding road (not bad at all) to Bass Lake. A new to me Ducy's Restaurant opened by the lake. Old one I know burned down. Loved your video, trees, hikes, Northern CA is wonderful!!

[@CaliforniaTravelVideos]

Welcome to California! Another beautiful job on sharing your journey. There is SO MUCH to explore here and so much diverse beauty. Sorry about the gas prices, it's our attempt to keep the air clean and nature to cont. to thrive. -g

[@jonmcfarland3832]

When its 105 in the central valley (Sacramento) the coast is usually fogged in. Mark Twain said the coldest winter he ever experienced was a summer in San Francisco! High Sierra is the weekend escape from the hot valley summers!

[@richardmoore2590]

Just when I thought your videos couldn’t get any more interesting and exciting BOOM💥 Love your family❤️

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Aww thank you! Boom 💥

[@richardmoore2590]

@@LessJunkMoreJourney my pleasure for sure, about to watch your terrifying video!

[@slamboy66]

Hit up the RED Woods, they are AWSOME as JJ would say.

[@sally..3242]

😄….you need coffee this morning…..I love your family and how you guys adapt to what is going on.

[@patriciakirschman5952]

If you are still in California at this time please take the time to visit Calaveras Big Trees on Highway 4 near Arnold. Research it and see if it peaks your interest.

[@waynecornwell2321]

Awesome video! Thanks for bringing us along!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@stevenkeithcoulthard706]

It will keep getting better as you get to Yosemite.

[@norcaldave9904]

Awesome trip, lifetime memories! Great video.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Yes! Thank you!

[@cheryllovestoread]

So glad you’ve been able to enjoy lots of different beautiful places in our state. Those trees really are very awesome.🌳

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

They are!

[@mattr3632]

Beautiful scenery! California really does have an amazing variety. That Class C is turning out to be a great idea. I’m with you about the Jeep. It’s unlikely the floor mats are the problem, unless all this time the clutch has just barely had enough throw to disengage and the heat pushed it over the edge. Looking forward to the next video.

[@meercatt]

You guy could do a quick pour over coffee with your propane stove heating up water before generator hours. Beats moving

[@TinkerandBuild]

We JUST (Like 1 hr ago decided to drastically change our route) and are leaving the North rim tomorrow. Headed to Sequoia and Kings canyon (rather than themighty 5). Thist is very timely!

[@cynthiaincolorado3373]

Love you guys!!! Fun fun fun video!!! So beautiful!!

[@garysuffern2142]

Great channel I hiked in Kings Canyon in the 70s beautiful place nice Minne Winne 👍👏

[@johnbutler2231]

I agree with you floor mats in wrong place is a huge Bravo Seria!!!

[@meercatt]

I remember driving up to see the general Sherman, just being amongst those trees was like being in a cathedral. There were very few people there that day though. California is home of the multiple outfit changes a day habit. At least in Southern California you need something warm in the morning and something a little cooler mid day and then something super cool in the evening and then something warm again at night. It’s all about layering☺️🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Mama24cruiseaddicts]

What a stunning park!!

[@jennyjohnson2731]

Hey Nathan and Marissa, we had a 5 speed Subaru and the mat would catch up under the clutch all of the time, after we bought new mats!!! After that happened a couple of times, we knew what to do!! The first time it happened was in a very busy area of I-26 in western NC which sacred me badly!!!

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Good to know!

[@jennyjohnson2731]

I'm not saying that is definitely the full issue with the Jeep but it is something that can create a problem!!!!!

[@935frank]

You guys come to Michigan all the time when you're going up i-75 just north of grayling Michigan is a heart like pines the trees are not as big as the sequoia trees but they're over 300 years old in Michigan

[@johnnylightning1491]

Like you guys, at least Marissa I have never see the sequoia trees, but I will get there some day. The sooner the better. Keep the good stuff coming guys. Just a suggestion on the floor mats. Take them out completely and see if the issue goes away. If it does it's the mats, if not it's something else. Don't be too hard on the dealer intermittent issues are the hardest ones to find. Good luck guys. Keep the good stuff coming and give the kids a hug for me.

[@sheilacaine3962]

Well that was epic in my book. I loved this adventure. Absolutely beautiful.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you kindly!

[@victoriaheatherly5877]

I so,enjoy your life on the road.👍🏻

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thank you so much.

[@brittneycunningham7436]

I can't wait to visit this park with my littles. Thanks for sharing!

[@TheOutdoorsyMama]

I thought it was funny when you guys asked if this was California. I live here and I often often forget that it can get cold here, especially in the Sierra mountains. I love watching your videos because of your kids. Although we are a tent camping family, I always look for your videos if we’re visiting somewhere because of your kiddos and gauge if it’s good with our kids.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@n6nvr]

Glad to see you are enjoying the parks. We had heard horror stories of the fire damage, pretty bad, but not as bad as it sounded like. Good luck with the jeep. I had an intermittent short to the fuel pump (luckily under warranty) in my Vega (Yes, I'm that old, and it was a pretty good car for me.) I had it in to a dealer and they basically told me to get lost on the fourth trip in to get it fixed. It died in the one place in the service bays where it blocked both the entrance and exit. Both the service advisor and service manager were rapidly approaching extremely unprofessional terminology. I got out handed them the keys and told them to move it themselves. The Manager got in turned the key and silence. By that time must have been 20 people watching. I told the advisor to try. Again silence. That's when I announced loudly, "Boy oh boy, you showed me. You really did have it fixed didn't you?"

[@conniemckenzie7801]

Absolutely Gorgeous! Thank You for sharing!

[@ceciliapetrowsky2572]

Wow!! Awesome video. We have got to pay a visit but a long way from Maryland.

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

You should!

[@garyhanson4133]

Loved the video. Looks really beautiful, although I'm sure you are disappointed by not having the jeep. Don't let the dip get you down, it's still an amazing view

[@kate-kate]

There’s another Morro Rock in Morro Bay, CA! I thought that’s where you were headed and I was confused haha

[@clarkleakins879]

If you come to the Santa Cruz area, visit Henry Cowell Redwood State Park, for an easy stroll through more fantastic Redwoods. And/or nearby Big Basin State Park, but not sure how much, if any, will be open due to the terrible fire two years ago. Although that RV on the little narrow multi short switchback road into Big Basin will be a chore.

[@rvfamilylife]

That cold at altitude ain't no joke. We pulled into Colorado the end of May and were looking out west into the mountains, and it was snowing and in the 20's. Tania (my wife) was like, "Where have you taken me?" We are still laughing.

[@SoullesGinger]

In Leggett California there is a redwood forest with a tree so big you can drive through it.

[@HollywoodHappenings1]

So beautiful and awesome looking. Love sharing the journey with you

[@LessJunkMoreJourney]

Thanks so much