Semi Trucking Highway 50 Light.. The Loneliest Highway In The US.. No Dozing Off!!

Filmed January 19th 2020
Mike Pierce
P.O. Box 2443
Granby CO 80446

[@randallbates9020]

Been down this highway several times working for uship. Desolate and beautiful plus I found it peaceful having zero traffic to battle. Drove it on moonless night heading east and the stars were magnificent. Safe travels.

[@Sanderay007]

I love that long, lonely highway. Wide open spaces. I would really like to see the night sky out there, I'll bet it's amazing.

[@cleanmaster2372]

Yes it is beautiful out there luv that sagebrush smell

[@fredmartine674]

I've been on highway 50, it's really dark with hardly any traffic and sometimes when you go over a pass with trees, you'll more likely see eyes glowing from behind a tree.

[@kenelkins1787]

Great Basin National Park, just to the west of the border, has been designated as an international dark sky park. The National Park Service claims it has the best view of the Milky Way in the lower 48 states. Wish my wife and I had enough time to check it out when we visited Lehman Cave.

[@TheLocalLt]

Frederick Martine eyes from?

[@fredmartine674]

@@TheLocalLt : glowing eyes from a cryptid like Bigfoot, Dogman or even an Elk.

[@jimmygrant3891]

As an introvert, this is on top of my wishlist

[@onekittyhawk63]

My wife and I went down Hwy 50 back during the pseduo gas shortage of the 70's. I drove more than one hundred miles without seeing another car or truck. It was wonderful.

[@howardsmith9342]

I drove that highway a bunch of times when I was working on the construction of those windmills. We stayed in Ely and drove out every day. Thanks for the views.

[@niktwik]

Wonderful! Although I'm a Londoner I've driven the whole of Highway 50, Ocean City to Sacramento also Highway 1 Fort Kent to Key West...gotta luv a USA Roadtrip!!

[@ShanntahnPininchula]

What wonderful majesty from our creator. I don't think I could go to sleep with all of that surrounding me. Thank you for your great video!

[@CosmicStargoat]

Mother Nature and Father Time thank you.

[@gracecomfort1874]

I love this scenery.

[@clintcowles7563]

You see the sky?? Anyone see the sky?? No wonder it's so cold.

[@arjenvandoorne9321]

A clock reminds of time reminds of eternity and asks for the meaning of life in a beautiful creation on one road with two directions. Peace, bro.

[@sierrapacnone1998]

I live in Reno and go deer and antelope hunting around Austin, NV. I had to laugh when you noticed a road in the distance and wanted to see what was up there. I do that all the time. I drove the dirt road from Austin to Tonopah once. Cant wait to do it again 100 miles of dirt. I just watched an hour of Hwy 50 driving. I love that drive. Thank you.

[@johnoakes3106]

I took II took Rt. 50 back in 2012 on a trip to the Left Coast. For some reason I saw Austin, Nev. on a map when I was in 5th grade and wanted to see what it was like. Left Wendover, Utah, and headed west. Got to Austin and LOVED it!! Didn't want to leave. Wife went ballistic. Said she'd hitchhike to Carson City and fly home and I could stay. She won that argument. Damn city girl. I still believe there's lonelier roads in Mississippi. I watched the vid for over 22 minutes so I could see if Austin looked the same only to see y'all skipped it. Boo! Guess I'll have to go back and see. Leave city girl home and take my old cat this time.

[@rickfarina]

Boy, that highway would hypnotise anyone..take care Mike.

[@TheBrix57]

Always fun to see the roads I once traveled again. I did them much like you except in a service van. This was before cell phones, so one had to be prepared for anything and usually take care of it by yourself. First took Hwy 50 in a U-Haul heading East and I was on fumes. Thrilling!

[@carolbrowning1280]

OMG middle ‘o nowhere! Beautiful!

[@kennyc388]

Middle of nowhere works for me every time. I'll be in Nevada and Arizona in about a week for camping/kayaking fun !! My 13th year of paid retirement.....Awesome!!

[@ShanntahnPininchula]

@@kennyc388 Awesome. Enjoy life to the fullest!

[@elm7666]

You are right about I-80 Mike. That freeway is so heavily travelled and has a lot of ruts in the right lane. As you know, Donner pass can be a pain during storms too. Thanks for sharing vids with us!

[@debcarnes100]

Watching your video makes you feel like your riding in the truck and seeing the countryside. I've never see that part of the country so it's very fascinating. Thanks for sharing.

[@guruoo]

Lonely, but beautiful.

[@SAHamel_]

Thanks for calling out where you are, it allows me to track on google map your path!

[@antoonvermeulen8064]

Perhaps its impertinent, but a ask my self this morning watching your long road movie how many people like, loves mike in the right sense of course. I think a lot an well over the world . How many can say that. We enjoy you Mike keep it safe respect,from the Netherlands.

[@lorenlieder9789]

I used to haul corn to a ranch at Baker NV. it was called Baker Ranch . You can see it from Hiway 50 straight east of Baker about a mile.I hauled it from Greeley Co.

[@davidsnow9453]

Did you ever get a chance to visit the cave above the town of Baker.

[@brendariley8982]

At 38:08 ....AWWWW those Mountains. The sierra Nevada's are gorgeous. Thank you, Thank you.

[@ridingshotgun1251]

Awesome Brenda . Glad you enjoyed it . Thanks for watching ☮️

[@cindycrockettbradley5058]

I love your lonely highway! Of course from the safety of my house!!!! Stay safe and thank you for your videos!

[@shanemichaels3083]

Wow, that's a real Southern American Gals name!, sorry I'm in Newzealand Lol

[@MoanikaLewinsky]

I drove my semi all the way from Idaho Falls to Las Vegas on Hwy 93, just as lonely and scary in the night time, too many narrows and curves, I was glad when it was over, don't want to do it again though!

[@johnolson5538]

I used to drive from Boise to Vegas 84/93/6/93. Wasn’t a semi, but I loved being so alone for 9-10 hours. I love Nevada.

[@Kate-fi8oh]

I would love to drive this route but my biggest nightmare would be breaking down, in the middle of the night.

[@demonhalo67]

Just take lots of food, water and warm blankets with you. By the morning when it's light someone will pass and you can flag them down. 50 is quiet but someone will eventually pass by.

[@TS-ef2gv]

It's a good idea to get off the road before sunset. There's no point in rushing through it and driving into the night. You can't see and enjoy the views after dark, and starting about dusk and continuing into the night is when your risk of hitting a deer or something larger increase substantially . I've also seen elk out there and free range cattle along the roadside and actually in the roadway, and you really don't want to hit either of those. Take your time, plan on hitting a town and a motel by about dusk, and enjoy a relaxing drive. An auto club membership and cell phone is a good idea too. I didn't pay much attention to my phone when I made that trip by motorcycle but, depending on your carrier, I don't think there are many places along US 50 in Nevada these days that that you wouldn't have cell service and a town with roadside assistance within reasonable distance.

[@khakimmalekov]

Nightmare always happens at night in your sleep 😁

[@b-a4798]

Your becoming sleepy on that road is called “ highway hypnosis “ Happens a lot on long open stretches ..

[@johnlindquist6335]

This was the first time I saw your video on Highway 50 in 2019. I really like all of your videos.

[@edwardmounsey9208]

Good old hiway 50 enjoyed it as much as the last time. Seems like a good smooth road, not too many rough spots. Scenery is certainly beautiful. Hope you have a safe trip rest of the way. Thank you for the ride. Edward

[@dottiehildebrand3123]

What a wonderful place to see. Thanks for taking me along. I was wondering do you ever get sleepy on a road like that? Well got my answer you take a nap. God Bless you and your family safe travels. Thanks for a nice quite drive. Love your channel.♥️🇺🇸🤩

[@JamesAllmond]

I've done this on a motorcycle...the open range and cattle made it no problem to not doze off...

[@midnightmystery544]

Don't wanna end up like superman!

[@kevinrice4909]

Drove that road in 1969 in my 54 hemi New Yorker..... never under ninety mph..... mostly in the three digits..... my misspent youth..... thanks for the memories

[@buzzybee9997]

Beautiful nice straight roads mate good morning have a great day Jim and bernadette new Zealand

[@PreppedNReady]

From Austin to Ely is my favorite stretch. The most beautiful drive I’ve ever been on, and most peaceful.

[@amyd7562]

Just found your channel and WOW! So much fun riding shotgun!! Love seeing all these places I could never get to in person! Great job!! God bless!

[@ridingshotgun1251]

Thank you Amy.. and thanks for watching ☮️

[@jacquelinebaxter6420]

Me too

[@Puzzoozoo]

Make that me too as well.

[@barrydee587]

That rode looks dark and spooky at night. My Freightliner had these dim headlights, hated them.

[@christinerosenquist7657]

Beautiful drive. I love desert scenery, but mesmerizing to put one to sleep.

[@ridingshotgun1251]

Absolutely.. have to slap myself awake a few times.. lol

[@jaybee608]

Pick me up, I'll ride with ya! Got lots of stories to keep you awake! 😆 stay safe dude!

[@TheRedDevil_NC]

It would be interesting to know the stories of the people who own the land and occasional homes/ranches you passed on this route.

[@otherbrother3]

Opening shot is epic. Like a John Ford western.

[@nashvilleslim]

You filmed this video on my birthday. Stay safe driver. Absolutely beautiful driver that view of the mountain range. He loves that caddy.

[@Jyard]

Went cross country from Klamath falls to Winnemucca once, that’s pretty desolate road too. Your video reminded me of that.👍

[@phillipbailey6228]

The first time I went through Austin Nevada was 1981 and it stuck with me because the way it's built on the side of the highway the last time I went through that town was 93 thanks for the ride along

[@tomgray6123]

Love freefallen down highway 50. Thanks Mike

[@rashinn2012]

To STOP the DROWSINESS instantly : Chew something crunchy -- such as small pretzels. Works for me every time, instantly. I know you're a professional, but I just offer this solution. I have no idea why it works. (Obviously digesting a big meal makes you sleepy.) Another beautiful ride - thank you.

[@andyharman3022]

Yep. I chew crunchy snacks if I start to get drowsy. Never heard anybody else recommend it. I also slap myself a few times to make my cheeks sting. It's like rebooting the brain. I've also pulled over and done the 30-minute power nap. It all helps, depending on the situation.

[@RedVoodoo69er]

I took a drive from Sacramento to Baker and back via US-50 just to experience it probably 4-5 months before this video was taken. Such an enjoyable experience!

[@robertsmitherman5139]

Thank You For The Wonderful Ride Along

[@mikeservais888]

Thanks Mike cool hwy. Not much traffic and cool scenery. My son lives in Folsom he likes it but misses Wisc. Peace!!!

[@davecunningham5285]

maybe the car driver wants to experience of being on the Loneliest highway in America and when he sees you in the rear view, it's no longer lonely

[@felixthecat4584]

Makes me homesick.

[@twob850]

Enjoyed the ride, Thanks!!

[@ridingshotgun1251]

Right on Two B.. thank you and thanks for watching ☮️

[@fernandoh3002]

As a truck driver myself I love going on the US backroads so lonely peaceful and calming

[@karenecurran7895]

Another great ride. Thank you MMM

[@saltydog3714]

Thanks for the ride Mike! Great backstreet route which I prefer.

[@debwalls9405]

Good mornin Mike. thankyou for sharing another brilliant trip. :)

[@Graphite42]

Drove 50 from Carson City to Ely. Beautiful country. Thanks for the video. :)

[@djwilson48625]

Yeah that's one long lonely road. Very strange. You know that when you roll into town, you're the entertainment for the day....

[@daviddanser7801]

One of the best videos I have seen so far from you. Gorgeous scenary. Thanks for sharing this video.

[@adrianw.1638]

Thank you very much! I kind of had it on my bucket list, to drive down one of these fantastic highways in America. Now I've seen it. Where I live, one cannot drive a single mile without seeing at least a farm and not for more than ten minutes to reach the next village or a city. Thank you very much for the ride!

[@Iosif.dumitru01]

What a great video! Very beautiful and relaxing!

[@noahriding5780]

Very interesting scenery and terrain. Thanks for sharing it. Also you've been so positive about Utah and nice to us in comments about our state. Much appreciated.

[@saddiejoyfulness852]

Austin is a neat Burg---spent a bit of time there, a few years back . Some good memories--thanks for the ride & enjoyed riding along.

[@cleanmaster2372]

Luv all your videos .. Ridn with ya bro my grandpa livs in carson city . luv the channel such a relief from a ll the garbage

[@SuperRobertwillis]

I find your vlogs mesmerising keep it up mate

[@keithcope8113]

Ran that highway some in the early 80s hauled mt soda cans from richmond ca. To Denver double trailers windy days were interesting lol

[@ridingshotgun1251]

I bet.. the wind can be fun when light.. lol

[@ronp.731]

Great ride as usual Mt Mike, thanks

[@NapierNimbus]

Great video, amazing contrasts of views. Those mountain views just mesmerising but I don't envy you those long, long straight roads regarding maintaining vigilance, respect to you.

[@anthonyamendolia818]

Its Helen...Another great shotgun ride with you is a pleasure anytime...love riding along with you. Thanks for taking of your time to take us all through those little towns...almost felt like I was back in time...really cool...Thanks Mike

[@snowman8235]

Your a Lucky man Mike to be able to drive in such Beautiful places out west.

[@Dougc3157]

Thanks for the ride, it was pretty cool trip. I felt as though I was in the cab with you. Nice quiet trip, one road that you don't want to have a breakdown on. Your truck was quiet, never realized that they were. Happy trails Mike.

[@kevinclark6289]

That was a really cool Ride Along thank you for posting it.

[@herbbutler7928]

Thanks for the videos. Thanks for allowing me to ride shotgun. I'm from Fairbanks Alaska and have never had a CDL or driven freight but I've spent a lot of time on the rode in Alaska, Canada, and the Lower 48. I'm 76 and really enjoy your videos. Thanks also, for keeping away from political comments.

[@jameshickey9393]

That was incredible, very cool ride across Colorado and west on Hwy 50. I don't know how those little towns survive but I'm glad they do.

[@trevorgibb1019]

I have a 55" tv screen and I switched to full screen and it was like riding with you. I got a great view.! Thanks for posting I will check out more.

[@jjintheflesh]

I love doing my workouts watching your videos😆🥰 feels like I'm going Somewhere!

[@buzzybee9997]

Beautiful drive thanks again mate peace

[@Iqbal_sibia]

We drove from fallon to las vagas twice in last 4 years .. it felt like this hwy was built only for me.🙂💖

[@clairebutterworth766]

Enjoy to watch that, so beautiful snowy mountains. Beautiful long straight roads, so amazing loneliness

[@weremodel]

Thank you for the ride. I imagine you are the driver of that semi that past the man walking along a dusty Winnemuca road while toting a high top canvas covered load. You stopped and the song was written. Be safe.

[@ridingshotgun1251]

Nice.. thanks.. great imagery.. ☮️

[@weremodel]

@@ridingshotgun1251 I sit, entranced, by your videos. The good Lord, in all his wisdom, made a gorgeous planet for us to be on for a short while. I remodel homes and am bound by the dictates of my chosen profession. No complaints but sure is nice to see sectuons of the gorgeous planet through your windshield.

[@hnncanon4452]

Nice ride, isn't it? You are an able driver too! Very dangerous roads but amazing views at all,anyway I enjoy sightseeings that you show us,thanks for sharing!

[@zjorzzz]

Beautiful ride Mike 👏, stay safe 👍🤜!

[@deldaggett982]

Your a good man Mike and a smart one too take a nap when you need to tthanks for considering others on the road

[@LadyMarie880]

Thanks Mike enjoyed the mountains snow made them really stand out. And of course your Mexican over drive good conversation. All ways enjoy the old towns. Thanks again.

[@oldlady6229]

I am watching your video now. My internet off for a day or two. I wanted to share (I guess KZbin don't allow that) a pic I took of our traffic jam today headed into Napa, CA. There was two beautiful balloons showing up in the sky.....well I guess someone got distracted watching this....not good. Now seeing Eureka, NV....what a cute town. Back at you later after viewing rest.

[@rogergrandify]

yeeeep brings back very good memories thank you.

[@stevewintermute195]

A driver once told me his secret to stay awake safely when he felt drowsy was to chug a warm coke

[@howardsmith9342]

The urge to pee will keep you awake all right.

[@randalroe1929]

Whenever you get drowsy stop an take a dump! you feel like a killion afterward!

[@Twistedxj30]

Awesome drive and amazing views! I've done it a few times from Utah to Carson City NV... My favorite is coming into Austin NV...

[@JoneszsRides]

Thanks for sharing I love hwy 50. Have road it on my motorcycle 3 times thanks again

[@johnacord5664]

I have driven this road to far East as Eureka. On my simulator, I have flown it's entire length. It starts from Sacramento and terminates on the Atlantic. I am on that flight "US 50". I am just East of St Louis East Bound. I fly with the auto pilot set for 2000 feet above the ground. I tweak the heading bug to stay on track. And there is Old 66. It has been paved over by the Interstates. I think of "The Grapes of Wrath" and how many bones that were dug up.

[@philglover2973]

Most enjoyable thanks bud stay safe 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@lorenlieder9789]

I used to travel hi way 50 a lot when I would load Mag-Ox at Gabbs NV. for return load back to UT, MT and Colo.

[@ridingshotgun1251]

Nice Loren.. I take it as much as possible.. thanks for watching ☮️

[@lorenlieder9789]

Where this video starts out going through the cut in the rocks I think that is at the top of the hill near the UT-NV state line. One night late in the winter I had a small herd of Elk cross the hiway in front of me and it scared the crap out of me but it sure woke me up.

[@lf3566]

Beautiful area! Great video!

[@paulh7589]

Great video, thank you very much.

[@sunnylife2013]

Too beautiful to doze off. Thanks for your free ride!

[@ridingshotgun1251]

Anytime Sungsook and thanks for watching ☮️

[@brettwilson777]

I worked for Waste Management for 8 years, 6 yrs in MN, and 2 in TX...Rear load, side load and automated side load....Was a decent company...

[@Dave-zj1zj]

Safe Journey. Thank you

[@stevenvirdenrasmussen-jone4671]

Been along this section numerous times. Lehman Caves is at the border. Stayed in Baker numerous times. Its a nice run.

[@DLSWV]

👍😉. Thanks the ride along. 👍😉

[@Chesterbarnes1]

excellent Mike

[@metaz69u]

The ELD is for the few that ruin it for the many.

[@kutubuddin3074]

An wonderful road trip of amazing Father and Son.

[@carolinenunez3455]

Gorgeous scenery! I’ll have to do that road sometime. The weather looked very cold, and made the area look even more desolate and far from anywhere, somehow.

[@rosamondtillman6846]

Love the mountains and the desert.