Overlanding Extremes - Coyote Flats to the Trona Pinnacles

Talk about an adventure!!! In this episode I head up Highway 395 to the Eastern Sierra & find some amazing campsites in & around Coyote Flats.
Despite the cold and sometimes windy weather, we had a great trip wheelin' & camping in a few different locations. After a few days & cold nights we decided to head back down the mountain to thaw out a bit.
We had no plan, no agenda & really no idea where we were going to lay our head down on that last night. Hard to believe we were patient enough to make it all the way to the Pinnacles before our wheels stopped turning.
I hope you enjoy the video & are all healthy & safe!!!
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Happy Trails!!!

[@MAGirlable]

24 years! Congratulations!

[@395jnky]

Thank you.

[@markBUMP]

CONGRATS! STAY BLESSED

[@gusestrada7882]

I remember seeing yall coming down! Y’all moved over to let me pass! Thank you! Views were amazing

[@395jnky]

Hi Gus - Thanks for watching. It sure was busy on that trail on Saturday wasn't it?!?! I think people are just happy to be able to be out and we are all getting out to enjoy the fresh air! Happy Trails!

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU & YOUR WIFE ! BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU BOTH ALWAYS !

[@395jnky]

Thanks David!

[@jerrymestas1231]

Awesome scenery, love the 395 route. Keep up the good work👍🏼

[@395jnky]

Hi Jerry - Yes - the 395 is a special Hwy and I consider it a gift to us in California. There are a lot of things about California I'm not much of a fan of...but the Eastern Sierra area makes up for all of it.. Happy Trails!

[@rubiconmatt]

Great video and rigs! What a great area to overland and camp!

[@395jnky]

Hi Matt - Thanks for watching. It is a great area with a lot of different locations to explore. Take care.

[@DayTripAdventure]

Great video!! Love the 60 degree change in weather!

[@395jnky]

Hi Daytrip - Thanks so much for watching and leaving a comment. It was amazing to wake up to weather in the high teens, and end up at my next campsite in the 80's. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Take care!

[@archstanton3636]

Great video, I took my girls to Funnel in my 1500 before I even made the first payment :), I bent the crap out of my skid plates, and traumatized my children in the rock garden; it was great. But the elements are tough up there, the altitude can hit you hard, lots of exposure, and the wind is no joke. Had bears and what I think were Marmots too. Testing out my new Dometic and Jackery in the kitchen right now. Thanks for taking us on this journey.

[@jp407]

Thanks for sharing! 👍🍻

[@395jnky]

My pleasure! Happy Trails J P

[@mikecirrincione9895]

Great Video as always! Looks like you all had a great ime.

[@395jnky]

Hi Mike - Thanks for the kind words. It was fun. The temperature extremes were something else. Take care!

[@OverlandTrax]

Nice video, thanks for sharing!

[@395jnky]

Hi OverlandTrax - Thanks so much for taking some time to watch and leave a comment. It is appreciated. Take care!

[@agrproductions2106]

Hello Daniel, again another lovely video we love all your explanations, we always learn something new, amazing landscape and location. Congratulations on your wedding anniversary, such nice pillows!!!. We're so happy that your latests videos have so many views. You're gonna go far!!! . Keep them comming. Happy Trails.

[@395jnky]

Hi Albert - Thanks so much for the kind words. Your continued support is greatly appreciated. Take care!

[@jamesstein5952]

Tks for sharing trip... heading to ES in about 2 weeks. Happy Anniversary to U and Mrs.

[@395jnky]

Thanks James! Enjoy your adventure!

[@ZenWorld]

Can imagine the cold up in the Sierras. Just finished an Overland Trip in San Bernadino through White Mountain and it was low 30s. Next week we hitting the 🏜 desert

[@395jnky]

Thanks for the comment. This video was from Memorial Weekend camping...I just got back this past weekend in a different area and we were able to sleep with the door rolled up and just had the screen separating us from the mosquitoes. Was much warmer this past weekend. I think it was just a fluke that it got that cold during this trip. Have fun in the desert!!!

[@blackbeard308]

Love my wife to she's my favorite part of life. Way cool video keep the awesome foottage rollin🎥🎥

[@395jnky]

Blackbeard - I hear you. We are blessed men! Thanks for the comment and kind words. Happy Trails!

[@gely1981am]

Your so organized you make camping look so easy breezy : )

[@395jnky]

Its trick photography...LOL I try to stay organized because that's the only way I can fit everything in the Jeep that I need when camping. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Happy Trails!

[@wififreak]

Another good video brother, keep up the adventures

[@395jnky]

Hi XX - Thanks again for the kind words. Take care!

[@WilliamAlvarez86]

I saw your sticker at the stop sign in trona pinnacles this memorial weekend. I took a photo of it! awesome! I need to get up to coyote flats soon.

[@395jnky]

Thats awesome! Thanks for reaching out! You'll love Coyote Flats! Happy Trails!!!

[@summysideup7511]

Love your videos!

[@395jnky]

Hi Sam - Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. It is appreciated. Take care!

[@OVRLNDX]

Awesome job buddy!!

[@395jnky]

Thanks Marco!

[@jkpanda7]

Another awesome video! 👊🏻 I dont get tired of saying this but man your jeep it’s sick! 🤤

[@395jnky]

I appreciate that! Hope you are well JK Panda. Happy Trails!!!

[@bigdave4863]

Awesome video . . . Marco is the master Overlanding Chef . . . I really like your approach to videoing the trails and camp sites, simple down home everyday man's presentation. Peace, BigDave

[@395jnky]

Thanks BigDave for the comment and the kind words. Marco is at a whole other level. Thats for sure. He inspires me to up my game every time I get a chance. Happy Trails!!!

[@theguynamedjeff]

Awesome adventure. Thanks for sharing. I’m subscribed!

[@395jnky]

Hi Jeff - Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Happy Trails

[@mosslager]

Just did Coyote Flats two days ago. We stopped by the camp near the creek. That area is beautiful.

[@NerdyByNature51]

Another great video. Now to save up for a tembo tusk. looks really handy!

[@395jnky]

Thanks Jesse. You definitely need to get one...They’re a great cooking tool and place where everyone tends to gather and hang out!

[@jkito13offroadpr77]

Happy trial and amazing views 😎, 🤝from PR 🇵🇷👍🔥😎

[@395jnky]

Hi Juan - Thanks for watching and continuing to support the channel. Hope all is well in PR. Take care!!!

[@kotasam]

Hey that’s our back yard Can’t wait to get our Skottle

[@hopeulikenudes]

Awesome adventure. Wish we would have trails like this in the Midwest. I need to really think about moving out west.

[@395jnky]

Califonira sure is blessed to have this area...but there are quite a few drawbacks from living here as well. Take care!

[@thevanman6148]

Awesome area! We camped over by Hidden and Baker lakes years ago. Been on lots of adventures but that was on the top 10 for sure! Funnel lake looks great also!

[@395jnky]

That is awesome!

[@christophermartinez5314]

Great videos

[@395jnky]

Glad you like them!

[@jime.angulo4151]

Great video! Watching this in Dec2020. but, Happy Anniversary!

[@395jnky]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@CplGoldFish21]

I’m surprised it took them so long to hook you up with the new tembo tusk with all your amazing cooking videos. I used my homemade plow disc discada until they came out with the new setup and the wife finally approved the purchase.

[@LOPEZ7655]

I remember doing coyote flats. Low 30s during the day and 12 degrees in the night! It was tough I tell you but would go back during warmer weather because wifey wasn’t so happy with the freezing temperatures. 😅

[@395jnky]

Sounds cold. Couldn't imagine trying to do that right now with the burn ban in place...

[@OH-qp1fk]

Awesome

[@395jnky]

Thanks Ozzie

[@stevenescobar9590]

Haha that’s why I use the top while cooking like a captain America shield.

[@395jnky]

Right!!!!! Haha...

[@georgearmstrong5640]

Awesome video and drone footage. I Went to Coyote Flat a couple years ago and spent the first night at Funnel Lake. You are correct the routes into the lake are rough!!! The route we took in I think was from the north. Anyway it was extremely rocky, especially at the very end where it went down a steep hill. The way out was at the other end and, though not as rocky, the rocks were bigger and required very slow, guided, driving. I was in a stock Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road. Overall the Flat is one of my favorite places. We took a road that ascended over 11,000 ft. and dead ended at a place were we could see down into Bishop Creek and South Lake. I would definitely go back.

[@395jnky]

Thanks George...Coyote Flats is one of my fav places. This year we plan on going to that higher elevation you mentioned. I heard great things about the views up there as well.

[@OVRLNDX]

I love shishito peppers!! I have made some on the skottle! But not on the sopes !! lol! I might try it!!

[@395jnky]

It was a last minute recommendation from Jerry since we had a few left over from the appetizers. This recipe is so great and one of Goose’s favorite. Thanks for sharing Marco!!! Happy Trails

[@johnmccaffery5186]

Nice job Daniel! Can’t wait to hear about the Tembo Tusk items. What was with the no campfires allowed up in the flats?

[@395jnky]

Hi John - Hope you have been well. And thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Jerry at Tembo Tusk is starting to release some posts on his IG regarding these new products. Keep an eye out. Not to mention, he has a few more tricks up his sleeve for more products down the road. Tembo Tusk has a very bright future! Take care John!

[@richfisherman2664]

Leavitt meadows 4x4 trail has fishing. Nice videos

[@395jnky]

Thanks for the info! And thanks for watching and leaving a comment!! I'll look into Leavitt!!! Take care

[@exoplanetnomad]

Did you make this trip early Fall? In late May, a lot of green up there ... and some snow blocking the trails! Best time I reckon would be late June & July. Great show BTW!

[@395jnky]

Thanks for the comment and kind words Nomad! We've done this trail in early spring and late fall. Early spring gets a little dicey with the snow.

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

WHICH IKAMPER SKYCAMP DO YOU HAVE DEBATING ON WHICH TO GET ? HAVE YOU TRIED THE EXTRA TARP / CORVER FOR THE ENTRANCE FOR THE IKAMPER SO THE RAIN DON'TGET YOU WET WHILE GETTING OUT OF THE IKAMPER. BREATHTAKING BEAUTY COLORS SCENERY VIEWS VIDEO ! BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS ON YOUR JOURNEYS ! ENJOYED !

[@395jnky]

I have the Skycamp 2.0. I love it. If you go that route you may consider replacing the mattress if you find it uncomfortable.

[@danmulkiewicz5515]

Another nice video, Daniel. Happy Anniversary to you guys. What pad do you use in your tent to put your Mr. Buddy Heater on?

[@395jnky]

Hi Dan - Thank you. Hope you are well. And thanks for the kind words. I appreciate the feedback. It was just a random item I found on Amazon. I think the original purpose for being sold was a place to put a few bowls when serving your dog food and water. Take care!

[@lupealvarez4696]

Great video! Love the drone shots. What software do you use to edit your videos. And do you take them on your phone? Looking forward to more videos.

[@395jnky]

Thanks Lupe. I use Final Cut Pro, and many of the shots and video is taken with my phone. The iPhone takes amazing footage!!!! Happy Trails

[@vincentcastellanos9092]

Do you use a GPS to find some of the trails, or you have a site you can recommend? Great video

[@395jnky]

I find all my spots the old fashioned way. I’ll usually use Google Earth Pro and Gaia to do some virtual exploring. Once I have an idea where I want to go, I use Gaia to plan my route. Goose and I also find it enjoyable to roll out some maps on the garage floor and have found some cool locations that was as well. Happy Trails!

[@flatchdaddysadventurevault4132]

Hey man, New sub here. Ran into ya at Funnel Lake. Sweet get up and hope to see ya around up there this Summer. We also live in the same City. Small world.

[@395jnky]

Thanks for the sub! What kind of rig were you in? I'll keep an eye out...RC is small enough maybe I'll see you around town. Take care!

[@flatchdaddysadventurevault4132]

395jnky no rig, we were on foot coming from the lake. The two dudes and a boy. My buddy has a dodge BFT that got us up there, I was along for the ride. Looking to get into overlanding!

[@395jnky]

Oh..ok. I remember you guys!

[@Appalachian4WD]

Hey Daniel, are you from Wisconsin by chance? Great videos! Keep them going!

[@msimcox2]

He's around Corona, CA

[@395jnky]

Hi C K - No, I'm not from Wisconsin. I'm a California guy..born and raised. But I do have family in Chicago for what it's worth. LOL...Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! Take care!

[@Bodrie1]

Do you ever head up to Kennedy Meadows off 395? I used to camp up there many years ago when my kids were young. I'm just wondering how its changed now if at all. I'm thinking about heading up there. Was going to go up to Mammoth last week but heard it was too smokey, so we didn't go anywhere. I love your adventure videos. I've kinda gotten hooked on them. Keep 'em coming.

[@395jnky]

Hi Bodrie - We've been in this area a ton. It is very nice, but the KM area definitely gets super crowded.

[@christophermartinez5314]

✌️✌️✌️

[@TheRob619]

Hey man we passed each other on the 395 yesterday right in the Ridgecrest area. Pretty sure it was you!

[@395jnky]

Sounds about right. We were homeward bound from a trip! Take care!

[@itsmanoli8720]

Sick video! Im heading up in 2 weeks and was wondering if you think its worth bringing my snowboard. Looks like there was some decent snow coverage in the background mountains, but have no idea if there is a road that goes to them.

[@395jnky]

I didn’t really see an area that would be within hiking distance for a decent run...Have fun!!

[@ogFIEND]

Why no propane fire pit? I’ve brought mine to big bear and Sedona and it’s been great! Love your channel brother

[@395jnky]

Hi Chaz - I've thought about buying a propane fire pit, but between all the extra room needed for the fire pit and especially all the extra propane needed, I just don't have the room. But the annex helped a ton especially with my larger Mr Heater in there...The only thing I truly miss is the crackling of the fire....But honestly I'm just happy to be out and have a whole new appreciation of the outdoors after this whole COVID situation. Take care!!!

[@juliorosas-cortes424]

you mentioned a different rout, do you have any information on that?

[@BrianfisherBfgmailcom]

I am wishing I had a jeep to do that travel to big bear to camp

[@gilgrc]

Great Video!! I wan t to go there! did you start your trail from Lone Pine to Coyote Flats or did you start from Bishop?

[@395jnky]

We started in Bishop and went the opposite direction of Coyote Flats. Great trip and great area. Highly recommend!

[@troywillman4020]

Was that an Ursa Minor on your buddies rig? The white Jeep?

[@395jnky]

Hi Troy - Yes it is.

[@thecreeksidehomestead3329]

The Field and Stream 6-Pack Campsite Flooring you installed, would three packages do the job? Or would it take more?

[@395jnky]

Hi Geoff - As I recall, I only used two package. Thanks for watching and leaving the comment.

[@OffroadChefs]

Awesome guys! I will be here this weekend. Nice video. What do you mean not being able to make a fire? Is Campfire prohibited?

[@395jnky]

Way cool Off-road. Enjoy - It is a beautiful area. And thanks for watching and the kind words. As far as the fire goers, the Forestry Dept put a ban on campfires in this area about 2-3 weeks ago. COVID related due to lack of personnel I was told. But even without a campfire it was worth it. Not too mention it will definitely be warmer this weekend compared to when I was there. You'll be fine. Have fun and Happy Trails!

[@OffroadChefs]

395jnky oh man i have a stove and a portable campfire metal off the ground, i wonder if that will be good. I also have fire permit maybe no matters . Oh boy, anyways Thanks man

[@395jnky]

Provided you have a fire permit I was told portable stoves and even propane fire pits are ok. As long as there is an on/off switch you’ll be good to go! Have fun.

[@JDR1971]

Funnel Cake!

[@gabrielnoyola9]

Awesome video. Do you have the GPS to get there. Thank you

[@395jnky]

Hi Gabriel - Sorry, I don’t have the coordinates since its really easy to find. The trailhead is located in Bishop. I’m sure you can google it or call the Ranger Station in the area and they can give you the trail number. Take care and have fun!

[@Googladesh]

Can you get up to funnel lake in one day if coming from orange county? How long are you on the trail once you hit the dirt?

[@395jnky]

No probs provided you leave early enough. 5 1/2 hours to Bishop trailhead...then about 60-90 mins on the trail until you get Funnel Lake, depending on pace. Have fun and Happy Trails!!

[@robertbarber6994]

When did you go up there? We’re heading up next week.

[@395jnky]

Hi Robert - We are up there on Memorial weekend. Have fun....It’s gorgeous up there.

[@thecreeksidehomestead3329]

How did your condensation mats work out?

[@395jnky]

They seem to be working great. Not too mention it adds another layer between us and the cold.

[@bensanchez1532]

Excellent Documentary/video/ that is were my group went the summer of 2020. Would like to connect with you for next year adventure

[@395jnky]

Hi Ben - I'm glad you enjoyed.

[@lastminutetravels3034]

The other route is just as rocky as im sure you found out lol

[@395jnky]

Yes - It was just as rocky, if not more rocky in a few areas. LOL. But so worth it considering the different views we were able to get. Thanks for watching and Happy Trails.

[@n3wpv]

Did you go out and back from Bishop or one way Bishop to Big Pine?

[@395jnky]

I've only ever gone out and back from Bishop, but I would love more info and the trail conditions regarding the Bishop to Big Pine. I've yet heard from anyone that has done it, and I heard the trail conditions are extreme. If you have any input I would appreciate any info you have. Thanks!!!

[@beatnuts323]

Is there any problems with having ur fire arm by ur side when camping ? I’ve always done it just wondering

[@395jnky]

No issues whatsoever. In fact, it helps me sleep. LOL

[@beatnuts323]

395jnky okay cool thank you just wanted to ask. Also rangers would they be okay with that

[@JosephVAmaya]

Hey, I really enjoy your videos. My son his currently looking to buy his Jeep. I’m interested in you coffee maker. Can u tell me where to get it from?

[@395jnky]

That is the GSI French press that I purchased from REI.

[@KaiMirra]

You should make a propane fire pit. There are many ways to make them, I made mine from a metal 50cal ammo can and it is fire ban legal 👍 just has to have a regulator.

[@395jnky]

Stay tuned....LOL

[@senderoverland]

a glock, kit kat, and copenhagen long cut. the american dream

[@395jnky]

Right!?!?!?!

[@thecreeksidehomestead3329]

Last question for you.😉 When you installed the Field and Stream 6-Pack Campsite Flooring, did you have to use double back tape or Velcro to attach to the floor on the ladder side that flips up?

[@395jnky]

I used double back tape to hold one side of the Velcro to the bottom of the tent, and then some more double sided tape to hold the other piece to the F&S mats. Works like a charm. I only did the Velcro in 2-3” strips in 5-6 areas. Seems to be working well.

[@andydidier518]

What coffee press is that????

[@395jnky]

Hi Andy - That coffee press is the GSI Javapress. I love it. However, Goose isn't as big of a fan. Apparently she has an issue with some coffee grounds getting past the filter on the press. LOL.

[@andydidier518]

@@395jnky Ordered 1 thanks and have you tried a more coarse ground coffee ?

[@richfisherman2664]

No fish in that lake

[@395jnky]

No...no there arent. Every time I've visited so far I have never seen any signs of life.

[@SigmaWolfOutdoors]

Giant Scottle...infomercial....for CLAMPING....

[@SGT12XU]

One of my videos suggested yours. Love it man. Good content. Would love to link up for a trip together. You can check out my channel to see our similarities. Stay safe out there. Can’t wait to go back to Funnel Lake when the snow melts a little more.

[@395jnky]

Thanks Sgt12XU - I’m headed out tomorrow for a trip, but when I’m back I’ll be sure to check out your channel. Take care and Happy Trails!

[@805gregg]

I can't imagine how much money you have tide up to go camping on a simple camping trip, I'll bet it's over 100k withe the cost of the jeep included, especial RTT camping tent $$$$, special cookers $$, must have coffee machines, it just go on and on, maybe you should see how cheap you can actually go jeep camping, as a comparison , like a $99 ground tent that sets up faster than your $$$ RTT and a old coleman stove that costs $30 a a swapmeet, you have gone off the deep end on camping gear for jeep camping, doesn't make a whole lot of sense, leave all the crap at home and camp as it was intended cheap get away.