Washington Pass Overlook - North Cascade Mountains - HWY 20 - Epic Views

[@loryvetter821]

Thanks Russ for taking us along! Love your videos!

[@keenosaabi4530]

i drove the north cascades pass the first time in 1974 and fell in love. it took until 2004 for me to find my place on the skagit river about a mile west of marblemount. i lived there until 2017, when i traded my home for vanlife. i now spend my summers near the pass and the park and retreat south until the pass opens in may. liberty bell mountain is to the right when you first get to the scenic overlook. the road below that runs below liberty bell down to the 4 lane switchback get between 50' to 100' plus of snow. the pass is usually snowed shut in late november. they try to keep it open to allow the hunters to get out. there are more avalanche zones per mile in the pass than anywhere else in the U.S. including colorado. my heart lingers here, thanks for the great video, it was truly beautiful, you should post that it is best viewed fullscreen or on huge tv if available. it's stunning here in my cargo trailer's 32" :)

[@percymcnabb4746]

thanks for sharing, so, so beautiful.

[@marytaylor3621]

Russ, I just found you. I love your videos. I feel like I am going places I have never been to, or will never go to, thank you so much.

[@rvertv]

Welcome aboard Mary. Thank you

[@Cowgirlcath]

We watch you every day. Wouldn’t be able to stay sane in a pandemic without you. Just thought I should say thanks for real instead of waving and saying “thanks Russ” to the tv. So..👍🏻Thanks Russ!

[@SandyFerguson-o8z]

Washington is a beautiful state. It has almost every scenery imaginable.

[@jeffkimber]

Russ, you do a fantastic job of “dash-cam” touring. These heavily forested mountains in Washington are truly beautiful. John 3:16 Thanks, Jeff

[@nanetteherbst2669]

Russ, I love how you stop at all the side of the road places, like the overlook. I would probably keep driving and look at what I would have missed. You’re giving me a whole new appreciation of how to do a road trip. I can see that your philosophy is truly that it is all about the journey and not just the destination. Thanks.

[@megalou6567]

Absolutely breathtakingly astonishingly beauty. I cannot even imagine how it feels to be there in person

[@mrdude2702]

The North Cascades National Park - aka "American Alps". The highway closes to all vehicle traffic for the winter after the first snow (normally around early Nov) until the week before Memorial Holiday. It closes between Newhalem and Mazama (roughly speaking). When you stopped to look at the views at time2:56, the rock outcrop directly in front of you with the vertical white stains is the Washington Pass Overlook (for reference from the other side). This highway only sees "traffic" a few days per year. The rest of the time that the highway is open the traffic is as light as you depicted on this wonderful video. Thank you for the great work on your videos.

[@romeoalphafoxtrot9517]

The beauty of that Overlook is just mind blowing! WOW! Thanks for bringing us along Russ! Stay safe Man!

[@BrendaHaltom-cs6ck]

Beautiful drive in Cascade ants! Li love Washington State! So green! Thank you Russ!

[@curtismilke1695]

Russ, your statement tthat you were not regret it is a major understatement. One of the most scenic places on earth.

[@thomascampbell1267]

Russ did you hear me yelling for you to hold on? You looked over that fence and that road looked 3 miles down. I almost fell off my desk chair. Best video so far.

[@edwardlapsley2556]

Russ, I live in Eastern Washington. I've been to the Washington pass overlook 6 years ago. If you would have kept going up that rock path the view is the best of the entire overlook

[@sandracasey6794]

What a treat. Unbelievable scenery. Thanks for posting.

[@richardross3172]

Russ, have you made an appointment with your eye doctor yet? Your eyes have got to be popping out of your head by now! You have definitely outdone yourself this year!!!!! Thanks!!!!!!!!

[@duckiegirl58]

Home sweet home! As many times as I've made the trip, it never gets old!

[@mommam.6101]

I’ve been waiting all day for this video. It looks like you’re going to be following my bike route all the way to Anacortes, which is where we ended. We deviated off of the main roads occasionally. Yes we have bears, cougars, bobcats, deer and elk, even in the small coastal town where I live. And Sasquatches. I’ve seen all those animals except a Sasquatch, although I may have heard one howl.

[@mommam.6101]

@reverse thrust yes I am familiar with his channel. Thank you.

[@marypiacentino2630]

My son lives in twisp

[@dalekundtz760]

What beauty Russ. Once again, you have not disappointed. The beauty of the mountains and the valley are things to behold. Loved the snow still present in the shade near the mountain tops. Be safe as those are some serious drop offs.

[@skyebird3933]

Wow! What gorgeous scenery. Artist's paradise for sure. Thank you, Russ. 😊

[@Julie-gr1nf]

Wow! I'm speechless, that is so beautiful!! Stay safe....

[@everintransit4240]

Just wow.

[@sheila7042]

Thanks Russ, I truly appreciate your videos, beautifully shot. I hope to see this in person, one day. America is so beautiful 🤩

[@joycebarnett5813]

This is an epic drive. Thanks for taking me along.

[@markdrebert247]

Washington Pass, your in Bigfoot territory... 😄 What a beautiful view though!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@billgreer870]

If you ever watched Northern Exposure , it was filmed in Rosalyine (sp) , wash, westside of state

[@mommam.6101]

Washington Pass and several other passes are closed in the winter due to the amount of snow.

[@shibui99]

Thanks again Russ for a beautiful vacation thru the Cascades! Luv the way you comment on the oncoming traffic, makes me smile!!!

[@sharon94503]

1 word: Majestic

[@kevinschultz413]

Anacortes Yeah!! Old stomping ground in the 90's. god I miss this area!! you Rock Russ !! got ya some coffee, I'm so Happy. Yeah lol

[@brianc2341]

Hay Russ, I have forgotten how beautiful the North Cascade is. I did that road in the early 80's and love it. Can't wait to do it again.

[@nancystitt8260]

I have been watching you for a couple of years and enjoy your videos so much. The trip over hwy 20 has been a memory for me. I now live in Montana but used to live in Twisp WA and have driven that route west many times. I will be making the trip again in another 2 weeks. Thanks for all the work you do in producing your videos for us.

[@ctruthtoday]

So beautiful, thanks Russ, great video as always.

[@theresaboothe3642]

It's good to see private investment creating an overlook. The scenic byways (my favorite) are also good to see. Thank you.

[@janeforever]

Your description at the end when you said "EPIC" is so on target. It describes everything...mountains, trees, scenery, waterfalls, your journey that you share with all of us home bound wanna be rv-ers👍🥰

[@maryelmaguire3161]

I love seeing my home state and all the places I have been. Wait till he gets to Diablo Dam and Ross Lake. So gorgeous. If you ever get a chance take the Stevens Pass it’s spectacular maybe even more so than Washington Pass. Hard to choose. This Pass is closed in the winter. I think I’m November. It’s a huge deal when it opens back up. Stevens Pass is usually open year round unless avalanches closes it. They do clear it. There is a ski resort on top Stevens Pass. It’s near Skykomish. Also a little bit of the Pacific Crest Trail follows the interstate.

[@jimbridge4166]

The Overlook was an unexpected surprise. Very nice.

[@danielmoreno5686]

Very Beautiful I wanna go next summer.

[@JayKayKay7]

10:00 Weird but the older I get, the less I can even look over the edge of life. Too scary. (I like your content. Mellow, paced, nice visuals.) A small hint. On the signs it would be great if you framed, focused, and froze the camera for a second so we out in KZbin land can pause and read them. Thanks.

[@internetcensure5849]

"the less I can even look over the edge of life."

[@internetcensure5849]

TRUE.

[@eileencarman9752]

Wonderful scenery. Love to see what you see and am glad you bring along the video camera so we can see it as well.

[@colinwalters1768]

Hi Russ. Isn't great when you don't know what is round the next bend in the road. Great ride.Stay safe.

[@jeanettewolfenbarger1256]

I'm going backwards on your videos, so I watched the one with Ross Dam before this one. I been across Ross Dam. I lived up there for a year and half and viewed all those sites. Such beauty the state has, just lovely, I'm proud to live here.

[@BlazingLaser]

Just beautiful! Something I always notice in the very northwest corner is the forests are denser than anywhere else. The branches of the pine trees are intertwined! Our campsite in Olympic Nat'l Park was 3 feet from the road, but we couldn't see it or hear traffic because the trees in that 3 ft were so tightly packed together! It seems like as you go west, the mountains and forests get prettier and prettier! 'Epic views' hits the nail right on the head!

[@jameswalker9002]

I love Grand canyon of the Yellowstone and Yosemite valley is gorgeous but Washington pass overlook ranks right up there with them. Thanks. Hope to see it in person one day. 👍😁🙏

[@carolyncolinhogarth8732]

Wow! Captured Valley in Washington Pass, how insignificant are we as humans when you stand in awe of Nature? It is ever so telling, when you view such a vista as Cascadia land....Wow! What else do you say? Thanks Russ for sharing a wonderful ride on your virtual vacation. I told you isn't that highway beautiful? I remember the switchbacks as its all downhill from here. My feet zing with excitement from those drop offs.....That sign says it all! Big Wave from the Hogarths in Osoyoos BC, Canada Nice EH???? Speak soon!

[@beach3girl459]

Love how the sun came out just as you entered the park.

[@dougholtz]

This by far is the greatest adventure

[@cathyhickman5682]

Added Highway 20 to our bucket list!

[@kdetc1274]

My hubby and I have been traveling with you this entire adventure. Love, love Utah and you’ve inspired us to visit there but... this particular video is, by far, outstanding!

[@rhondaplait9236]

Jaw droppingly mesmerizing!!! Bear buffet 😯😂🤣 Free car wash 👍 Thank you for a beautiful journey. 💞

[@danno3497]

Grew up and live here in Washington Can't wait for the next video with Ross lake, you will not believe the color of it! Stay safe, smokey down here in Olympia

[@jesscarey7666]

Evening Russ! Thanks for the ride 👍

[@bobevansIW]

Great views of the mountains!

[@juliebradford2999]

Wow! Very Beautiful!

[@awats72752]

Better take u some jack links beef jerky to throw to the sasquatch it can also be used for bears.😀😀

[@tomcramer1061]

That is a great drive on the bucket list thanks Russ.

[@newengland2352]

Wow, amazing for sure, thanks Russ.😊

[@SueTay.]

Wow, stunning mountains and beautiful view. The sky was so blue for you too. Save travels 🇺🇸

[@Tatiacha]

My goodness its been over 15 years since i was up there, hardly anyone on the road that is a surprise. So gorgeous!

[@suesanchez5831]

That overlook area was absolutely beautiful!!

[@PeterPenguin77]

Great video... my favorite drive in the Cascades. It’s nice to just be able to watch it all from my couch instead of doing the driving myself.

[@j-marie4006]

No runaway truck ramps! Oh my!

[@skyfacer9626]

G'day Russ. The US of A is such a vast and very scenic country. I just realised that you're not in the Rockies. The Cascades and The Sierra Nevadas are way west of the Rockies. As an Australian who's been all over the South West of the US, I"m still learning so much. Road School

[@dennisg1045]

If Russ crosses into Port Townsend and the Olympic Peninsula I think you'll love that also. Northwest coast is something to see.

[@internetcensure5849]

"The US of A is such a vast and very scenic country." It's equally true for Australia. Both countries stolen from natives by European colonizers.

[@michaelwebb57]

Amazing scenery! You've captured it all so well. Thanks for sharing! Safe travels!

[@ijohnsonramos]

Hello again from Vieques, Puerto Rico, Russ! 🏝🏝🏝 Wow, I've been enjoying all your videos, specially since the pandemic began in March, but this one left me breathless. Those magestic views, the mountains, wow, spectacular 😍😍😍(Yes, that wow!!! 😂😂😂)!!! Thanks so much for sharing them with us. My daughter and her hubby live in Philly, and as soon as all this situation improves my plans are to visit them and make a roadtrip together to visit the west coast, Arizona, Utah, Nevada, maybe California, as far as possible (depending on resource$$$, of course! 😁). Wish me luck.🤞🤞🤞Take care. Talk soon!😎😎😎

[@scottbridge9391]

The next time you find yourself here, take Hwy 20 to Hwy 9 at Sedro Woolley and head north up to Hwy 542 and then, head east to Mt. Baker. When you get to the visitor's center, continue up to Artist Point. I promise that you will not be disappointed by the view and neither will your drone.

[@sherryware]

I agree, Scott, Artist Point is beautiful this time of year when the snow finally melts so you can get to it. Went there many times in late summer in the 90s.

[@schroedingersdog7965]

Thank you, Scott! Between your comment and Russ's video, I've decided where I'm vacationing next summer.

[@scottbridge9391]

@@schroedingersdog7965 The big challenge is to be there when it's not cloudy or overcast. Late July, August, and early September are good times to go, when it's most likely to be sunny and clear. I recommend going there in the mid-to-late morning and on a weekday so you won't have to deal with so many people.

[@schroedingersdog7965]

@@scottbridge9391 Thanks again, Scott; sounds like some excellent advice. I'd much rather see mountains and forests than clouds and crowds!

[@jjivy6310]

The mountains are mesmerizing! Beautiful views!!

[@rosec8622]

WOW - those Cascade Mountains are just wonderful!!! I am enjoying the view. Thanks bunches Russ for the RVerTV Virtual Vacation Tour 2020 🤗😽🌲🌻🍃🎨☕😀💜☕👍🌞🌤🚐🚍🌄

[@shirleyjordan6340]

It’s like a beautiful painting. Your videos are wonderful.Enjoyed the ride. Be Safe!

[@cactusjack2545]

Another amazing video !! Thanks so much !!!

[@marcielliott9700]

WOW! Thanks for sharing with us! Can't wait to get on the road ourselves.

[@maxkelter3561]

Great footage, nice to learn that area of the country. I can see why there are snowbirds.

[@alisondrake6068]

Thank you for making this. I have yet to go up to this area as i live in the spokane area. So so so beautiful

[@Quaysar1962]

Hwy 20 closes when the snow begins to fly..I used to live in Marblemount, the reason they close it is because of avalanches and steep terrain is pretty much unmanageable..it truly is the American Alps ..I love seeing this trip of yours as I have done this road on many occasions..❤ awesome😁

[@timhagens340]

What fantastic scenery! America at it’s best! Will be on our list. Thanks and safe travels!

[@gingerbread6614]

Thank you.

[@1000left]

Great video!!!!! There is probably 8' of snow there today!!!!

[@tbcoolone]

i have seen a few of your vids and now a member i am addicted keep up the great work

[@stephbrandenburg9957]

Spectacular!

[@harleyhawk7959]

my Harley sounds kick ass through that pass

[@heidirausch9526]

Good for you making the journey. I've lived in Washington state my whole life and haven't taken Hwy 20 across the pass yet. Thanks for the preview.

[@SandyFerguson-o8z]

To live in WA state all your life and not go across the Cascades is hard to believe. My husband was from Twisp, Wa, and we have taken that trip about three or four times. It is breathtakingly beautiful.

[@dennysisk6260]

Great videos love the mountains

[@oldmillrd8153]

That entire stretch of H 20 is closed in winter because of snow and avalanche potential. As far as I know we only have black bears up there at the pass, not grizzles, so not a problem. They eat berries not people. This one of my favorite trips in the state. Too bad you didn't stop in Winthrop and spend a little time there. Fun little town to wander around.Also spend some time at Seattle City light pwr facilities further down the road. Very interesting history.

[@Scrambler85]

Amazing views and scenery 👏. Always a thumbs up 👍

[@ZahaA]

Yes “ Just WOW”. Thanks Russ 🚐. Stay safe

[@marianfernwood6945]

Awesome view! Breathtaking, especially the views down!

[@michaelelmore5103]

The scenery just keeps getting better Russ! Wow it's beautiful country out there! Thanks for capturing all this and letting us tag along! Take Care. Can't wait for the next great video!👍😃

[@sherryware]

I'm enjoying the Washington videos. I haven't been back for nearly a year to see my family who live in Whatcom and Skagit counties there on the coast. The fir trees are so beautiful and familiar. I lived there for over 20 years Does anyone else pause the video for the shots of the storyboards and historical markers to read them? He misses a few but they are interesting to read. I get up close to my big screen TV to read them. I get KZbin thru Roku on my TV. I'm anxious to see the next few videos of towns and scenery familiar to me that I can't go to right now.

[@nikreikalas6886]

Great videos that you post, keep them going.

[@womanhearmeroar601]

Love your videos! They're so clear & sharp; it's almost as if we're there with you! Thanks for sharing, and please keep inspiring me to go check these beautiful spots out for myself!

[@stockmom5508]

Great video, thanks for sharing! 😊

[@Notapplicable935]

Thank you for sharing

[@vecherd]

I have been wondering if you had ever been to my beautiful state and I found this in your playlist :)

[@tomswadley5431]

Wow. The view from that overlook is unreal. ❤️👏. Great video

[@davidcrowder5679]

Very nice..Thank you.

[@MySORRELL]

THANKS

[@larryolesen1723]

Good evening Russ, Thank you for sharing, we have never been on this highway. You have shown us some beautiful area we will one day see. Thank you, I'm sure on the path you wouldn't want to see a bear, unless you can climb trees lol. Be safe an we enjoy the Vitual Vacation Tour 2020 can't wait for the next video. Larry & Linda

[@kimberlyshalaby1134]

🙋‍♀️Hello Russ! I liked that walkway & those slender pine trees. I saw the snow capped mountain between those pines at the end of our walkway.We are looking at a valley that had been created by an Iceburg. Where did all that water go? How many years ago? Sometimes when I see these clouds spread out like that in between these mountains, it's almost as if someone stretched out cotton balls here & there. Look forward to seeing Ross Lake. 👍

[@ann40069]

OMG ...😬...THAT GAVE ME ANXIETY....LOL.haha...I'm not even kidding....I'm way to afraid of heights....🥶