Surviving The Loneliest Road in America 😳 | Solo Female Van Living on Hwy 50

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[@NinthElement]

Nikki & Camper it was such a pleasure to meet you two and have a sweet little visit. I hope that we can connect somewhere along the road this Winter for some snacks and cheers! Hugs! xoxo!

[@ballpickerinparadise3481]

Saw you on her channel and I’m now a subscriber on yours. Keep on truckin 👍🏽

[@NinthElement]

@@ballpickerinparadise3481 Thank you. I appreciate you, Cheers!

[@pdxdude6428]

Hi Mindy, I just became a subscriber of yours a few days ago when I watched you on Winterisblu with Matao, it's so cool how you guys all run into each other on the road 😊

[@_Redtailhawk_]

@@NinthElement saw you on winterisblu channel and now here so cool !

[@NinthElement]

@@_Redtailhawk_ @pdxdude6428 There are so many fun people to meet on the road. Cheers!

[@danrt52]

Only you could turn the loneliest road in America into a love fest of new friends and experiences.

[@cbufffly]

Maybe not. Nikki I would love for you to someday meet up with Mountain Man Mike of KZbin's Riding Shotgun channel. He's about your Dad's age and has been a truck driver most of his life, known for his ability in driving in horrific snow conditions. He does a lot of really interesting videos of being "on the road again". Especially the loneliest one. Think it might be a meeting, and video worth doing for all us "roadies." Thanks, be safe on the road and keep up the great work!

[@theathjr]

Well stated. Great comment.

[@fuzzybutkus8970]

Need to do something with the trail of tears in Canada. Over a 100 indigenous woman have disappeared over the years

[@AK27inAZ]

I love how Camper made himself at home on someone else's bed. Mindy is awesome for not minding a bit! 💕

[@angelogarciajr5356]

I used 50 to get home from Grand Junction and it was a nightmare since I did it at night. Longest scariest journey. I filled my gas tank near eastern border. Now it was so stressful at night watching out for all the wildlife. Wild horses, deer, elk, cows, coyotes, etc... my eyes were straining to avoid a collision. I did find a casino cafe on the way that saved me with a burger. Best part of the trip was finally getting back to civilization at sunrise entering western Nevada. Big state.

[@8rett]

Oh man, those hot springs bring back some of my absolute favorite memories. I got out of the Air Force in 2016 and did a huge road trip around the Southwest with a friend, and one of the last true wild spots we hit was there, right outside of Austin. It was in April, the mountains were all still snow capped, and it was right after a snow storm had rolled through the area, the roads were all that horrible sticky mud, and we just decided to camp there for the night. We were in the water until probably 1am just staring at the incredibly bright stars, telling stories. Finally made it to sleep, and was very rudely awoken at 3am to something poking my tent -- a wild donkey. Imagine the surprise when not only did I yell, so did the Donkey, hee-hawing into the night. I barely got any more sleep, but it's something I'll remember for the rest of my life hahaha!

[@lynnemac1402]

Mindy was right Nikki you do inspire so many people. I love how you not only show these amazing places and provide the history but your lovely nature shines through so you meet wonderful people. Of course Camper is the perfect partner as he is so lovable x

[@FatRace]

There’s something different about her. She didn’t make that funny voice talking to her dog 🐕 Camper. Beautiful as always. We love you, keep up the good work. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@highlightssl5172]

Once you said you were a model I did a deep dive, curious about what else I didn’t know about you. For all wondering her life was just as cool before KZbin Celebrity hair stylist Model NY Jets NFL cheerleader Fitness Instructor Tour guide for teens in 50+ countries This is pretty crazy and makes me like you even more. She also has Camper Cares where she donates external revenue to animals, families, and fosters in need! (Which you can donate to in her bio) Thanks Nikki, for the enjoyment :)

[@lauriestrong9972]

I absolutely love Hwy 50. Take it whenever I can. Usually all of the way to Kansas, but soon I’ll be driving the full length: Sacramento to Ocean City!

[@j87waldo]

Sac town !!! Lol I have some family there

[@MrfiX725]

The Loneliest Road In America is on my Bucket List!!! Thank you!!!

[@FastasFox35]

That lady in the Honda element her attitude is top notch. I go there every halloween. It's a big party at Sand mountain. If you ever want to ride the dunes find me in Coos Bay Oregon

[@NinthElement]

Living on the road just makes me feel good and happy. Meeting my favorite KZbinr is the icing to my cake life. Cheers!

[@seedabeauty]

No place better to make friends than when everyone is lonely. Best friends ever!

[@donaldcedar7574]

I just wanted to say I recently learned dogs get melanoma, and there is special dog sunscreen you can buy. It's especially important for short haired dogs. Please consider getting some for Camper!

[@seviregis7441]

Wow, led by the spirit, a team is out on the loneliest road in America preparing to shoot advertising footage of their clothing line when the awesome model Nikki and Camper just show up at the exact time, even having yellow sandals to match. Incredible.

[@m.j.9318]

Exactly what i was thinking. Way to much "coincidences" for this trip. Also the "random" encounter with a subsciber that knows her channel. Does she think we are stupid? Also the permanent grin is so unnatural. Like she is amazed anew again every single second. Dont get me wrong, i like happy people. But this is definetly a bit too much. Its surely great, but cant be THAT great. In real life things never always go as perfectly lilke in this video.

[@genekied]

@@m.j.9318Actually you are that stupid to think you need to come on here and spread your nonsense and hate. LOSER BOY

[@NinthElement]

The World is a Beautiful Safe Place to meet up randomly with your favorite KZbinr. Cheers!

[@taylorclark6563]

I imagine making a living exploring the world would make me smile permanently too. Who cares if some of these things are set up. Does it hurt anyone?

[@jt-rex6972]

@@m.j.9318 Nikki has 763,000 subscribers, so it's not that hard to believe a subscribers would accidently meet her. I follow a lot of other channels with less than half her subscribers and they meet subscribers all the time on the road. A friend of mine who only has 5,000 subscribers says he's met more than one subscribers also. As to the "permanent grin", you do know she used to be a model AND an NFL cheerleader don't you? Those 2 professions pretty much requires a "permanent" grin. LOL! So, no it's not fake, that's just Nikki.😁

[@BboySkorpio69]

'Loved your story from being a former beauty queen to a professional cheerleader to this being an AWESOME way to live (especially the part where you found and picked up Camper). I'm a huge fan, and living vicariously through you!

[@tonytrumble]

Ok Nikki, as a truck driver I've got to Nitpick. It's not a gas tank. You don't put gas in it.. It's a fuel tank, you put diesel fuel in it. They are two entirely different things. Your van will not run on gasoline just like your Prius you had will not run on diesel fuel.

[@kenkitsul8076]

Hi. i am a long term viewer. She has been reminded of the gas comment lots of times but she does put diesel in the tank. Hard to break bad habits and call it fuel ha ha ha. K

[@tonytrumble]

@@kenkitsul8076 agreed old habits are hard to break

[@LCLand]

Never knew this. Thanks!

[@jazziered142]

The Pony Express only ran for 18 months. It's kind of amazing, such a short time yet holds such a big place in our history.

[@jasongander5331]

Oh wow for real? The way it's seen in movies etc, it's like it was donne for decades.

[@buckmeredith1720]

As soon as the railroad and telegraph lines were completed, there was no need for the Pony Express.

[@craigcowen6920]

LOL. I am a full-timer and I am constantly on the look out for the people who's channels I subscribe to.

[@user-yr1yf9or1s]

I love the desert. I always open Google Earth satellite and try to follow the path you're taking. (every hint you give helps) :) It is great fun to pause the video and view the areas from above as you travel! I am stuck at home until I recover from an accident, so these videos are just what the doctor ordered. I love them! Thank you SO much for sharing you and Campers adventures!

[@jimbopeebles8210]

Wow this ended up being a super cool episode. Love Mindy, absolutely loved that interaction. As always you’re the best ❤

[@user-id6hm9uq9f]

Nikki, this was such a great episode!! And Mindy was such a gem! Safe travels!!! We love you😘

[@DavidHaney1]

❤ GR8 VID ~ LOVED IT ❤ who knew there's stuff to see on hwy 50, but the best scene in this video for me was Mindy and her DIY rig, very cool setup and what a great gal ❤

[@NinthElement]

Thank you David, you are too kind. Cheers!

[@ReasonableShorts]

Thanks for showing us your amazing vlog.

[@GK49245]

Great format, neat meeting the Nevada Travel people, and the Hwy 50 scenes are wonderful. Hope you will visit the ancient ones, the Bristlecone Pines @ Great Basin or on the grove above Big Pine, CA, in a future video. Thanks for sharing your “lonely road” trip. ❤

[@Erika-gm2tf]

What an amazing string of adventures on the loneliest highway in the US! So much fun!

[@michaelj4254]

Such an awesome experience, thanks for bringing us along Nikki. Guess I’ll add this to my bucket list now😁

[@_Redtailhawk_]

It’s Mindy! Wow ! she made an appearance in another channel I follow called Winterisblu … I remember her laugh !! I love it when vanlifers connect and we see them meet!

[@NinthElement]

Thank you for following @anachaidez578. Cheers!

[@stevenvirdenrasmussen-jone4671]

Love Hwy 50!! Actually, the loneliest section is between Ely and Delta Utah. My stepdad was from Ely (Grandpa was the sheriff and knew Wyatt Earp). Highly recommend Leyman Caves and the area around Baker.

[@deanwilliams433]

I feel that north of Ely Route 93 is even lonelier.

[@AussieMysteries]

Camper is do adorable. Always wants to make friends and everyone just loves him

[@andreaewert7204]

Wow meeting so many amazing people on the "Lonest Road" ❤❤❤ So much fun watching today's video!! Camper was cute crawling under the covers!!

[@anlewi1]

When we go to Tahoe from The Land of Oz we go Highway 50 Old Highway 50 the entire way. If it says old or new 50 on the map I always choose old 50. I like the most direct route possible and that's the only way you're going to get there. I think our next thing we're going to do is start in San Francisco and take old 50 all the way to the East Coast.

[@vickerykennison1335]

It had to be a thrill to meet someone that was inspired by you to do the same. It has to be satisfying.

[@maxplanck9055]

Nikki at a roadside stop eating a massive funicular burger with camper surrounded by good scenery is typical of Nikki’s fun life,much love to her✌️❤️🇬🇧

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Nikki and Camper. Nikki you and Camper are truly a inspiration to a lot of people you show us how to get out and explore our own way and y'all show us incredible place all across this beautiful land we call home.

[@rochellevincentevonk]

Love the woman with the Honda Element, what an ingenious set up !!

[@NinthElement]

Thanks a lot. I have been living out of my 2003 Honda Element for 20 months now. Cheers!

[@rochellevincentevonk]

Love it!! Well done@@NinthElement

[@aletheafye2236]

❤ loved this video, great scenery, great people !!! Thank you Nikki and Camper, and as always, stay safe!!

[@transformingseeds754]

This is one of my favorite roads in the west. I remember driving it very often in the late 80’s and early 90’s. Not as often now. It remains a joy when I do get the opportunity.

[@nancymoule6317]

Hi there Nikki and Camper the Champer, It's wonderful to see the both of you again. I always am amazed that you meet new friends! Your friend Nancy Moule from Connecticut ❤❤

[@SnapeJonny]

Pretty sure Mindy was on @Winterisblu channel not too long ago! Glad to see everyone coming together

[@mindym4672]

Nikki, I love your videos each week. I am blown away by your B rolls from a drone while you are driving. Great cinematography! Thanks for all the joy you bring!

[@eevagirl]

What a neat bunch of peeps in this video! Love you Camper. Thank you Nikki, awesome sponsor too (: Happy travels!

[@michaelferver5707]

Nikki, you really are an inspiration to so many of us. Hope you and camper have many great miles ahead! Thanks for all you do.

[@timrides]

you definitely inspire me to do more with my life, there is so much out there to see, and do, and I want to try and see as much as I can!

[@josephregallis3394]

What nice weather you had! I went to Hwy. 50 years ago when I went to Great Basin National Park. I hiked to the top of Wheeler Peak (it took me two tries in different years to do it). We also went into the cave there. It was awesome! The first night I stayed in the little town outside the National Park I had to listen to young calves who were taken away from their mothers call out all night long keeping me awake! The next night I stayed across town!

[@user-hh6ex9md4w]

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[@XenaTheQuadCamBikah]

Love how Camp sits up front for the view. That burger was ridiculous. Sending love and positive energy from New England. 😘✌️ Edit: unplanned pop up photo shoot so freakin cool, only you Nikki!

[@Sarah-zv9ug]

Yes, that burger was BIG! Photo shoot was so good that she was in! Sure wish I had her personality!!

[@OffRampAdventures]

This video brought back a memory...my father and I got stuck on this road, before cell phones, when I was a kid and didn't see another car for over two hours! Glad you got to see the fun side of it!

[@edwardhorvat2770]

Wow, what amazing video. Beautiful scenery. That road doesn’t seem so lonely though Highway 50. Always enjoy watching your videos. Keep up the hard work and safe travels.

[@charleshicks3492]

That was excellent, and Camper sleeping on the passenger chair was precious 🤣🤩😎⭐️

[@hollyb93]

You're such an inspiration. Every time I watch your videos it makes me want to use my outdoor skills and film. You're a rock star 🤙

[@thefilersjourney]

Thank you for sharing some amazing places in Nevada. I've seen so many videos of RVers, Vanlifers and such that just blow past the deserts of Nevada saying things like "there's really nothing to do in Nevada". There is so much to do here if you look past the lights and glitter of the cities. I'm born and raised Nevada, lived here all my life and neither of us have barely seen our own state. We went full-time RV last year and the plan was to explore our amazing state.

[@AmeliaAppels]

Yooooo LOVED the tour of Ninth Element 's space! She is so sweet and genuine. And thank you Nikki for always being awesome and amazing in your videos! Hiiiiiii Camper!!

[@denniscarreno5882]

Beautiful landscape….enjoy

[@denniscarreno5882]

@Hitmytele-gDivine_on_the_road I’m from Australia,and I find you very inspiring.keep up the good work…..Go Girl

[@keithgordonca]

what a great episode. I did this drive, Salt lake to SF back in 2009, deliberately seeking Hwy 50 for the adventure of it all. So much great scenery and nice people. Thanks for reminding me

[@matthewsemenuk8953]

Yes! Another adventure with Nikki and Camper! I so want one of those burgers to share.

[@user-qb1di9rh5t]

That lady had a nice set up.

[@johnalvarez3376]

I enjoy her interaction with her van. I know it’s not the topic of this week’s video but Nikki’s reasoning for going from a Prius to a 4X4 MBZ Sprinter van speaks volumes of research on her part. We can get a good idea on the limitations of living in a Sprinter van like hers. I now know where to get one and the layout I’d like to have. Much respect to Nikki & Camper and all the best on your adventures. You guys are awesome

[@whipsplash6943]

Did HWY 50 in Sept this year on our way to the Midwest from Lake Tahoe. Couldn't stay at Great Basin or go on the cave tour there so we ended up staying at a great little campground called Elk Flat campground near cave lake. We love driving 50 it's beautiful!

[@pamelarw58]

What a wonderful woman you met on your journey plus film crew who would imagine that interval?!! That burger was enormous wow!! How is your toe healing?? Thank you for taking us on this journey just amazing drone shots! Love from Australia 💜🇦🇺🍻

[@ronvaughan8041]

Awesome road. Did it on the motorcycle a couple years ago. Made Carson City to Ely in 4:30 including two long fuel stops and a couple photo ops.

[@wingedzer0]

Hi Nikki, occasionally watch your videos while eating or relaxing just to feel connected with nature from my suburb in So Cal. I love the positive energy you and camper always radiate with those around you. It's also very refreshing to see someone so beautiful be so humble and kind because that feels the complete opposite from my local demographic. Just wanted to comment to say thank you for helping me recharge mind and soul.

[@caltom1427]

Love hwy 50 - broke down in Austin back in 1986. Love the desert.

[@ukjeeper]

Did a motorcycle trip, in 2018, following the Trans America Trail. Took a detour along highway 50 from Fallon, spending the night in Ely, to just over the Utah state line, before turning north and following the dirt trails of the Pony Express route, all the way up to West Wendover. Highway 50 could definitely could qualify for 'loneliest road', but i didn't see a single soul for 150 miles once off the loneliest road.

[@lonniepee9804]

I'm sure that a lot of us are envious. Mindy can say that Camper rested on her bed. Not many can make THAT claim. ;-)

[@percarlemil]

WOW THAT DOG IS A BLAST AND SO ADORABLE, AND WHAT A GREAT RIDE ON HWY 50 LOVE FROM DENMARK

[@spirittwo7381]

I was wondering the same thing about that pond

[@shirlynb148]

Thank you for sharing! I live in the upper Midwest which is lush, green and where there is water within 5 minutes in any directions. I cannot imagine ever living in such terrain and climate. Lovely lady, Ninth Element….women living on the road are bad a🍀🍀!

[@justinadamson1588]

I grew up as a child off of hwy50 just outside of the town of Dayton Nevada. My Grandmother is buried in Austin Nevada. I now live in Florence on the Central Oregon coast but I get down to Nevada at least once a year. Beautiful country!

[@jonorr7984]

Wow! That was Ana amazing trip! Absolutely beautiful country! ❤

[@joannconfer1144]

Hi Nikki, I love going along with you and Camper. You both are so much fun. You find some really nice places to go. I do appreciate your channel. Thanks. See you next week. 💕🙋🏻‍♀️💖🙏🌺

[@mikekuczynski1552]

2014 we came across from CA on our way to CO . Stopped in Fallon to spend the night , all the hotels were booked ( Top Gun ) competition . Next day Austin for lunch and headed off to Delta UT for the night. As you said for being the loneliest highway we sure met a lot of interesting people . Thanks for sharing

[@chrisbrennan2208]

Wow what a trip you had. So fun to see all the people you met.

[@brucemoore348]

🐕🐕 Good Road Show! ... Bruce

[@conchscooter]

I was curious about Highway 50 so we drove it. Oddly, we found Utah far lonelier than this highway. The good part was the highway crosses valleys and hills and camping at altitude in the hills is lovely.

[@neonsheon]

Mindy is so cute!!!! I love that you found a friend!

[@NinthElement]

Thank you, but really Nikki & camper are the cutest! Cheers!

[@TheKindredTrucker]

I love Mindy!! Mindy, glad you were featured in this video! Subscribing to your channel now!😁All of these smart, independent women on the road give me continued inspiration and motivation🙌💗

[@NinthElement]

Awww, thank you so much. Like you, I adore Nikki & Camper too. I am so glad that you will be riding Co-Pilot with both of us now. Cheers!

[@TheKindredTrucker]

@@NinthElement 👍😁🚙🚚💁‍♀💁‍♀💁‍♀

[@allencheck501]

Hey nikki, so glad you were able to meet up with mindy, this is exciting getting to see to national treasures in one place, hope you both have a nice trip be careful!

[@Scott-NCC1701]

I so appreciate the quality of your content. Your production rivals anything out there. You have a future in media if you so desire. Regardless, I appreciate your hard work. Thanks! ❤

[@wendyreveyoso3731]

I subscribed to Mindys channel, she seemed amazing!!! ❤

[@NinthElement]

Thank you Wendy, Cheers!

[@wendyreveyoso3731]

@@NinthElement yes maam, im currently at work and binging several of your videos 💟🫶🏼

[@annriley4534]

Thank you, awesome info! Loving your channel❤

[@shelleywalker6225]

That was a fun video. Now, I want to go back and explore more of that area. I went to Ely once many years ago and thought we were driving forever but loved the area. It was great that you met Mindy, seems like she is enjoying her journey, going to check her out now.

[@NinthElement]

Hi Shelley, thanks for watching this episode with Nikki & Camper. I hope to see you down the road. Cheers!

[@levirobertson4183]

I just wanted to thank you and your cousins for impacting me and I'll watch the video when I get off work tonight

[@jamestomlinson2247]

This was so funny, I was at that hot springs in the spring, the upper hot springs was my favorite spot, as well the donkeys!

[@laurenm8561]

As far as people go, this was such a good video! That was so cool that you ran into Mindy from ninth element, I think she would be a of fun sitting around a campfire. Nikki, your model skills were bright and shiny ... definitely no rust there!

[@NinthElement]

Lauren, you are welcome at my camp fire anytime. Cheers!

[@johndoiron9615]

I've been there, but just as part of a road trip to Lake Tahoe. The road was still pretty lonely, with a gnarly rest area we never want to visit again along the way.

[@Wilson85887]

You would make an AMAZING tour guide... ...you're already kind of like a tour guide, just thinking about it. You rock! Camper rocks!

[@goodgrandma2758]

Yay 😊😊😊. I live on highway 50 in Southwest Ks. Near the Colorado border. It’s where it turns into 50 400 or 54 400 from Wichita to Coolidge Ks. My father grew up in Coolidge Ks, and my Mother in Holly Colorado. Both border towns. In Coolidge there is a museum about the history during and after the Civil war. It during the time of Quantro’s Raids. Highway is part of the Santa Fe trail in Kansas as well. It’s where everyone chooses to go North and South on highway 83, or go East or West on 50.

[@kingofkings5175]

As always awesome adventures and looks like camper had a great time 👍

[@darrenshebell3563]

There's actually a secret gubment facility nearby where I use to work at. If your lucky you get to see the Top Gun trainees fly around in jets bombin stuff. Your video brought back flashbacks of my history there. Would have been nice to have been with you. Should be kind of cold this time of year. Surprised you wasn't wearing something warmer. Lot of lonely NAVY guys near where you were at Fallon Naval Air Training Station. (Where Top Gun moved to from the 80's of Tom Cruise movie fame...)

[@darrenshebell3563]

Surprised you didn't see any wild mustangs, cows or deer. That part of Nevada is soemthin else.

[@Brandon12199]

the dawn time lapse was so mesmerizing I watched it a few times.

[@roygarza2770]

Omg so beautiful....Camper is such a great companion ❤

[@matthewsemenuk8953]

I'm missing my Dec 1st Friday adventure fix. Hoping all is good.

[@urbancavemanintheak7732]

Great video as always Nikki!

[@dilbertgt]

You always have so much fun and glad the lonely road was not at all lonely for you!!

[@j.j.7860]

I was traveling on that road a long time ago in June. There was some sort of migration of beetle. It was crazy because at first it looked like the road was moving. Then we hit it and bug guts were caked on the wheel wells and undercarriage. Recommend avoiding during that time if those migrations are still happening.

[@BenjySparky]

Nikki and Camper y'all rock! Love the channel and content. Peace

[@ldmorrison]

Your content always is positive regardless of any adversity. ... And you have the best eyebrows ever!

[@lisacourtney1509]

That book is a classic. A must read for any seeker. I read it years ago, and forgot all about it till now!

[@melissaexline912]

I've been watching here and there for a while and it is nice to see you visit my home state! I've been on this road a few times over the years to visit Ely (pronounced E - lee. as in Robert E.)

[@mysticalsouls]

You’re such an awesome tour guide Nikki 🤗

[@thefew6332]

Awesome Journey as always Nikki!