This may be your last chance to disperse camp in Alabama Hills

[@larryvincent2098]

I look at the comments below and they all put it down this is about Van Trekking lifestyle !! Just as beautiful as the sunsets which are breathtaking and watching Mother Nature do her thing . You three are inspirations for the people who are lucky to see and share you adventures. Now make sure you will BS & BK & Be Careful !!!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much for your kind words they are so much appreciated.

[@rvwall-e]

Beautiful, beautiful photography. How amazing the sky must be at night. Thank you so much for sharing! Hugs to Miss Maggie.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you. It was a pretty amazing place both day and night.

[@BillSprague]

And those high desert sunsets just go on and on. We had one that latest us from Santa Fe all the way to Albuquerque! Thanks once again for dragging me along

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you for letting us drag you along.

[@Thesaltymedic36]

Oh the snow ❄️ I’ve heard of that tree before. Looks like a great breakfast too 👍🏼 and nice camp spot too.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Watch this week and you’ll see the Bristlecone pines we mentioned in this video.

[@purebloodedpatriot9352]

Leave it cleaner than it was before you got there. Some people ruin everything they come in contact with.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Very wise words, thanks for sharing and watching.

[@exploringnewhites]

You’re not kidding about how quiet it is there! Sad that these places are changing. What a sunset!

[@garychristison763]

Maggie's coat coloring was perfect camouflage for that terrain. She blended right in.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Maggie blends in a lot. If we didn’t have her red harness on her she would be hard to keep up with.

[@palomacortez7878]

My husband and I were hoping you would drive up the coast on highway 1 after leaving Morro Bay. It's a beautiful drive. Our favorite place is Carmel by the Sea. Dog friendly!!! We go there at least once a month. Lots of beautiful places in Northern California you missed.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I know we missed a lot but that gives us a reason to go back. It’s really hard to see everything.

[@DansWildernessWanders]

Great video, loved it! Thanks, -Dan & Mia

[@scottakahoshi715]

Hello Lynn, Owen and Maggie, we're at Alabama Hills right now and it's hot (99°). Found a spot with cell service and thought I'd catch up on your channel and surprise, it's about Alabama Hills! Enjoyed your take on this place, thanks for sharing and safe travels.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Well that is a coincidence… we also went to the Inyo National Forest to visit the Bristlecone Pine forest (this weeks video), it’s a beautiful drive and it may be cooler. Safe travels.

[@joycemoses2411]

BEAUTIFUL sunset!!! Wow! Was the orange-colored plant with sharp points a cactus? The orange/red flower looked a cross between a rose and tulip...so pretty!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Yes the orange colored plant was a cactus. Thanks so much for watching.

[@David-jo4gt]

That sunset did not look real Thank You for sharing. Sherman the Roadtrek will be heading on his first adventure on Friday. I am sure we won't be ready and we will forget something major but that's part of the fun. Happy tails and safe travels.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Good luck with Sherman’s first adventure. If you forget something really important there will be stores along the way or just do without if you can. Safe travels.

[@christinaputney659]

That was absolutely stunning. If the give out awards for KZbinrs y'all would win some with this video. The music and cinematography were amazing. Once again thanks for the ride. Can't wait to see what you have in store for us next week.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much Christina for you kind words.

[@kathigee]

what an absolutely beautiful place to camp! And sunset!!! Happy Travels..

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It was by far one of our favorite places that we camped.

[@philiptarnaski1667]

Thanks for sharing that beautiful sunset nice 👍 We just traded our Hymer Aktiv and now owners of a 2022 Winnebago Revel love it so far but the Batteries are about half of what we need , looks like a upgrade is coming. Safe Travels.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We may have to upgrade our batteries also at some point. Glad you are enjoying your Revel. Happy Adventuring.

[@lustraveller717]

Gorgeous sunset. I need to get down to lone pine and Alabama hills!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

If you are close by it’s a great place to visit.

[@susanstrickland6774]

If I could give you 3K thumbs up, to equal the views on this video I would. Really nice job, you captured so many beautiful sites. Nice drone footage. You are right, there is beauty in the desert. Live the cacti blooms. Shame some ppl ruin things for others. Breakfast looked tasty. Looking forward to the next video. 🙂👍

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for you kind words, it is very much appreciated. That breakfast was delish… but way to much food.

[@arkansastraveler7698]

Came through there many years ago, stayed at a county campground and went back into town, they were having the film festival.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

i bet the film festival was interesting.

[@sherriweber7105]

So glad you made it to Alabama Hills. It made me want to come there to be with you! Beautiful scenery and quiet with just the coyotes out there. The food where you ate at looked good too! Great video and hiking looked nice there too! Loved the sunset as usual. Thank you for this video. Maggie enjoyed the food too! The Jeff overs! Lol! And she enjoyed the hike too! Have a great weekend and see you soon!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you Sherri for watching and your comment. We always appreciate you outlook on our videos.

[@sherriweber7105]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle No problem! You always have great videos!

[@michelgariepy2521]

I'm out of words, my English is to limited I think! another awsome video! breakfest of champions, just like I like them! take care.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We appreciate any words that you share. Thanks!

[@ladikmk]

That gorgeous sunset looked like a painted sky - Mother Nature really does do it best. Looks like Miss Maggie had an awesome time in this location - from blending into the scenery with her matching colors, rock climbing and dirt-road jogging, she was one happy pup dog. Thank heaven I finished my own breakfast before seeing those yummy plates of yours and it’s a darn good thing, or else I’d have eaten the varnish off my kitchen table in hunger lol. Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful part of your journey with us - it was definitely memorable. Safe travels and stay well!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Maggie blends in with a lot of areas on this trip, good thing she has a red harness, she is such a great traveling dog she loves everywhere she goes. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a comment.

[@steventoney4018]

Climbed Mt. Whitney years ago in my younger days... great area there in the Sierras

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I’m impressed, that is quite the accomplishment.

[@educateddogcenter]

So glad to hear that you made it up to the Ancient Bristlecones! So many people miss it. And the drive there and back is just amazing ✌️

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

This weeks video is our visit to the Bristlecone forest and as much as I loved the trees the drive there and back was just as magnificent.

[@barbaracarlson7402]

Have always wanted to visit the Alabama Hills. That sunset was super special. Thanks for sharing!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Alabama Hills has been on our bucket list for a while and it did not disappoint. It will be somewhere we will return.

[@timmartin4952]

I planned not to comment this time then saw the sunsets……beautiful! As always, thanks for taking us along. I cannot appreciate all the work you put into your videos. Thank you so much!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I’m glad you decided to comment, I would have missed seeing your name. We do appreciate you leaving us your kind words of inspiration.

[@timmartin4952]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle as always, you are to kind.

[@willar7179]

SO glad you made it to the Alabama Hills. I was there during my road trip in late April, early May. What a fantastic place! You were parked just around the corner from where I camped. I also spent a night at Tuttle Creek. I did my laundry right next to where you had your hearty breakfast. I had come over from the Redwoods via Donner Pass and saw the Bristlecones on my way there. I really hope you got to see the Museum of Western Film History. It was VERY interesting.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

You were a few weeks behind us. Sounds like you also enjoyed the area. We did not make it to the Western Film museum, wish we would have made the time. Thanks for sharing your comment.

[@hillrunner2]

Great video it was so pleasant and relaxing to watch and the information was good. Thank for sharing.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It’s by far one of our favorite places.

[@dianejimenez8327]

I am so happy.. to see you all.. still traveling.. and making beautiful ..video's to watch 🤗 Thank you 😁 what .. special people you are ..and maggie.. waggie too!!! 😊❤️🙏

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much for your kind words, they are much appreciated.

[@johnwootton836]

And…no matter where you go, there you are!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

That is so true.

[@mikemanjo2458]

Wow! What a beautiful place. I kept being afraid Maggie was going to sniff out a snake! I was surprised at the beautiful flowers! Coming out of the hills there, I agree with your song...don't know which way to go! Can't wait to see Owen's Valley next week! Love traveling along with y'all! I love seeing the snow on the mountains. I think that would be a great place to wake up! Man, time passes so quickly with y'all! Have a great week! So much love from SC, Jane❤️🙏

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We had to keep a very close eye on Maggie because we were afraid of the same thing. Owen’s Valley was spectacular too and makes you appreciate all the beauty that God has created.

[@GusMcCrae01]

Totally enjoyed your video here. Awesome photos!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much, we appreciate you watching.

[@suefletcher6688]

What a good idea to use 4x4 to get up on leveling blocks! I struggle to give the van just enough gas but now I use 4x4. Thanks for the tip!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Glad you were able to use the 4x4 tip.

[@bertkelly7650]

Nothing worse than picking Alabama flowers. The mind set was, everyone else was doing it. Sad. Thanks for your video!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It is very sad.

[@katehutto6004]

Thanks!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

You are so welcome and thank you for watching.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so very, very much for the Super Thanks! I didn’t even know what that was until now! Not necessary but very much appreciated!

[@gracegarden1]

Wonderful episode! So much magnificent nature. I'm looking forward to next one, too! Thanks for sharing! Peace & Prayers.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you. There is so much Magnificent nature out there for us to see… it is the one thing that makes us want to keep finding places like this.

[@Lannie1948]

Incredible sunset, thanks for sharing your journey.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

You are so welcome and thank you for watching.

[@timsullivan6027]

Nice video you said White mountains out of Lone Pine except those are the Inyo mountains the White mountains begin in Big Pine

[@richardcoyle2635]

Great video. Big breakfast.

[@judystreich7333]

Hardest part of a great vacation or road trip for me is having to leave. The unknown of if or when we will revisit the places we loved, the loved ones or friends we just left behind. Even though it always feels great to come home, it isn’t long before the travel bugs bite once more. I wonder how the Alabama Hills became known as such. Pretty cool place, but that sunset was spectacular. Love how Maggie interacts with her mama and daddy, how do they know? She reminds me so much of our Marley as she too loved to travel. She was our bestie for years. Happy tails Maggie ❤️🐕 very nice video. 👍🚗🇺🇸🙋🏼‍♀️

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I couldn’t agree with you more. It is hard for any trip to end or just leaving certain places and the people you meet along the way behind. I think that is what attracts us to traveling. This trip has taken us to so many magnificent places and we have seen so many beautiful sunsets. When you think one is the best you will ever see then comes along another. Thank you for sharing you reflections.

[@maryjones908]

Beautiful! Maggie is living her best life! Happy tails!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Maggie is not the only one. thanks for watching.

[@faithful1memories309]

Wow, what a beautiful sunset ! Watching you three is always a treat, Love the pictures you took framing MT. Whitney. There are so many things to see off HWY 395 , Can't wait to see next weeks video in the Bristle cone pine forest. 😃

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting.

[@Carmencita1464]

That’s a nice place to camp. Love all your adventures 🥰🙏🏻

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We was the best place to camp… thanks so much for watching.

[@doingitwithnothing]

Great views nice views

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks, we appreciate you watching.

[@michaelbecnel63]

This has been an awesome trip to follow along. For me this might be the best so far...Maggie blends in well in that area....Happy Trails 🐕

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It was was one of favorites on this trip. Thanks for your kind comment.

[@oz8799]

Awesome 👏

[@marciagainey3224]

Y’all hit another home run with this video. I had the urge to throw a few duds in a duffle bag and head out for Cali-forn-i-a! Unfortunately, that’s not in the cards right now. But I got the next best thing with a personal tour with Lynn, Owen and Maggie. And what a treat it was. Perfection in 20 minutes. 😉 The reason I am familiar with The Alabama Hills (in California) was a PBS show I watch called Outside Beyond the Lens. If you have not seen it, I highly recommend it. Jeff and his crew have many segments on KZbin of their travels. Just look up their name and you’ll find their wonderful videos. They have beautiful videography and well written commentary about the places they visit. They make you think and contemplate your place in this grand ball of dirt,rock and clay called earth. I might add, as kudos to both of you, I can say the same thing about your work. It is interesting, has swoon worthy videography and is thought provoking. I’ll be looking forward to next week’s segment and plan to pass this one along to family and friends to enjoy!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We also watch Outside Beyond the Lens, we have seen all their videos and think are they are spectacular! It also encouraged us to visit Alabama Hill’s, we also loved the Owen’s Valley super bloom, if only we could be that lucky to experience that. We so appreciate your kind words and even comparing us to those guys… thank you!

[@averagealice8877]

Anywhere around Alabama Hills is going to be noisy and crowded (by our standards). Kind of like camping around Moab. I imagine your new Ekko could have made it in there though if you ever come back.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We thought it was actually very quite while we were there in March. I do think we could go there in our Ekko and we hope to go back there… we loved it.

[@carleenwessler2155]

That Maggie is so darn cute❣️

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I so agree that Maggie is so cute.

[@keyplayer5]

That was an amazing time lapse of the sunshine on the hills disappearing...I’m assuming it was cloud cover That came in between the sun and the hills. So cool! 💕

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you for noticing and we agree. It was a cool thing to see and we were lucky to capture it in a Timelapse. Thanks for watching us and being with us. You made us smile.

[@curemeister7443]

The leveling blocks you used for the van look very sturdy. Could you please put a link below as to where these were purchased?

[@Mark-hg5fn]

I think we have watched just about all of your videos. We're just about ready to buy a van and hit the road. We're looking at both models you have used. Our only question is "which van allows for the best (easiest) sleeping arrangement." Getting up during the night is probably our only sticking point.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Well first thanks for watching all the videos. The Travato wins in just about every category concerning the living arrangement, especially the K or KL. Where the Revel shines is safety and limited off-road fun and like this video using 4x4 for lots of fun things. But when it comes to just living it would not hold a candle to a KL. Just our opinion but like you said we've had both and loved both.

[@tomgeary1129]

What is the song playing at 13:25? Thanks

[@yeah4me2]

Maggie's a little rock climber now!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

She does love to climb. She is slot more sure footed than we are. Thanks for watching.

[@patkincaid8061]

Love your videos and have been watching for years but I’ve noticed lately the sound quality has been deteriorating. It sounds very muffled at times.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for watching so long. I think what you may be hearing are the times we have been in very windy situations. If that's not it let us know.

[@patkincaid8061]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle When you’re in the van it’s the most noticeable. It’s hard to hear even with the sound turned up really high.

[@sharonfields6703]

I was raised in California and I agree it is beautiful i just have no desire to go back. I live in Ohio now and love the Eastern states

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I think when you experience a place that is so different than anything you have seen before it makes it even more beautiful.

[@wademorriss1624]

What were the recalls?

[@sharonwisinger5162]

Music 👍🏼

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks!

[@2-old-Forthischet]

Just went there a couple of weeks ago. Broken beer bottles in the day use area. We are our own worse enemy.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It's a total shame. My grandmother used to say "some people's children!"... and she's right. I don't understand it. Why would someone drive all the way out there to that awesome, majestic place and trash it? It makes us sad. Glad you got to be there though. It's a treasure.