Tomb in the Rock. A Climb to the Mountain Top.

[@Mrs_Kafoops]

Bloody hell Ron, you don't have to risk your life on our account. Amazing walk, though.

[@terriehumphries6028]

Sounds to me Ron loves the adventure despite his fear of heights. Isn't it an amazing view though?

[@kernowfairy]

Yes I agree. Though am in my 70s now so couldn't do those sort of walks but brave man Ron...a little creepy too...👍👍Omg Ron...don't go to these places like that again honey...rather watch you on the level safer ground...Wow my heart was in my mouth where you were so high up...crazy 😱😱😱 safe journey down...xxx

[@sherrylovesee2653]

As a COLORADOAN, the story goes that he committed Suicide because of the loss he felt over his lost love. The monument was delivered by wagon up the winding road and was placed where he had dug a makeshift grave for himself. The note he left asking to be left where he chose to die. Sad story Good job getting up that road Ron

[@ohmeowzer1]

That is sad 😢thank you

[@seanpetaia]

That town look so beautiful . 😍

[@kimholch1006]

Sad story. Hello, fellow Coloradoian.

[@sherrylovesee2653]

@kimholch1006 hello my friend ✌️

[@kimholch1006]

👋

[@suekuly4723]

You are a brave soul Ron. Wouldn’t get me anywhere near that walk with NO railings. Enjoy these history lessons. Thank you.

[@Robbie-sk6vc]

Really? Why do we need railings, warning sticker/signs, ect for everything today? Those folks didn't need any of the stuff! Your kind are the problem!

[@sweetestssands08]

Clifford Griffin, emigrated to USA, is commemorated at Silver Plume, Colorado, USA, on the gold rush trail, with a prominent statue erected by his fellow miners to commemorate his generosity and the sad story of finding his fiancee dead on the eve of their wedding. He was 39 when he died in 1897. Clifford Griffin was the finder of a very rich silver and gold seam called Seven Thirty and it brought him great wealth. After his fiancee's sad death he withdrew socially from the other miners and built himself a cabin on the steep mountainside. His sole companion was his violin and at the end of the day its sad music would drift down to the valley below where the other miners gathered to hear him play. Clifford Griffin dug his own grave in the rock outside his lonely cabin, and shortly afterwards he shot himself. The statue was erected at the same spot high above Silver Plume, and is much visited today.

[@seanpetaia]

At least he live far away from noises neighbors. Oh though it’s is sad . :(

[@Wendeajo]

So very sad!

[@juaquiene7726]

@@sweetestssands08 Sometimes the more you know. The worse it gets. Being the man was a recent immigrant. We can assume he had no family here. To offer the love and support he needed. His life sure took some crazy turns. They should put up a memorial sign urging people who are so depressed to reach out and get help. Back then the man had no choice. May he RIP 💔😔🌹🌹

[@maureenconsiglio6355]

So true and what a Great idea!!!!!

[@msveliz01]

At almost 10,000 feet, not falling, telling a story and filming!! Only Ron the adventurer ❤

[@kimwilliford6303]

❤❤❤ Ron, you're making me nervous. Please get down from there. I love you. Please be safe.

[@hallowed_flag]

Says all of us!❤❤

[@donc7354]

Glad the Sunday premieres are back in action. Takes me back to when I was a kid and my favorite shows on TV were on Sunday nights.

[@theresalaux5655]

Hi Ron, I am so glad your back!❤

[@seanpetaia]

Make sure that ain’t destroy from Wild fires near future besides it’s look beautiful .

[@raynonabohrer5624]

Don't. Look down the mountains please please.😢😢😢😢

[@suzannezethner8180]

I needed a Xanax watching those drop offs. 😮😮

[@naomisgram1]

😅

[@naomisgram1]

In my young hiking years i was on a few trails like that here in Washington, my mother who had a fear of heights would have had a heart attack if she had known, lol! Luckily I did not inherit the fear of heights, but you do need to hug the inside of the trail and not go near the edge.

[@JanetWaite-bj2hm]

You made my hands Sweat! YIKES! Did you hear me yelling at you to STOP?! Great video and story, Ron, but you scared me! "Whew!"

[@wendyhenschel.]

That was a sad one. I am assuming they built the monument from boulders from right there on the mountain. I think the woman got up there with no problem because there were no trees, and the path was better. I suspect there were a couple mini slides there where you need to walk past the pines to get to the monument. Tree roots are probably causing the erosion. If you look close at the picture there are no trees, shrubs there at all. Just some tall grass which does not seem to be there anymore. Ron when you do that kind of a hike, please take someone with you in case something was to happen. If you slip and fall or faint from altitude, you need someone there to get help.

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

that stone is polished granite, not native to that area...looks like.

[@michellewinkler3985]

At 10,000 feet your at alpine elevation where most things do not grow, hense limited trees and bushes

[@jezcuffy]

i really enjoy when he does these type of journeys, trekking to find a grave and discovering amazing things on the way, brilliant Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious to Ron 👍🏼

[@cheryl2962]

Danger Will Robinson! Loved That!

[@monsterglo]

Sunday nights are fantabulous again 🤗

[@ohmeowzer1]

Absolutely its wonderful .I was so happy to get home from work to watch this

[@evakiss2562]

Oh, Ron that was some achievement! All the way I was thinking…he made it, otherwise we wouldn’t see this episode…well done !

[@kandn420]

The headstone says “and in compliance to his own request buried near this spot.” Very cool video Ron! I love these old stories.

[@stuartwright1587]

Wow, Ron, what a treacherous hike to Griffin’s grave, especially those last few yards! The emblem on the grave marker looks like a stylized griffin.

[@LuvBorderCollies]

With Google Map 3D satellite getting an almost level look at the monument, it measures a good 2,000 feet to the highway. That's higher than most Airborne jumps at Bragg.

[@Wendeajo]

Yikes, Ron, you're literally risking your life (thin air, steep rocky trail) to bring us this story. I'm watching every second of it to make it worth your time! Fascinating story and thanks for stopping to zoom in on those artifacts. That rail car alone was worth the trip to see. JUST BE CAREFUL!!!

[@peterredfern1174]

Absolute breathtaking walk Ron May griffin R.I.P and play his violin for evermore,take care mate,catch you next time,👏👏🙏🙏👋👍🇦🇺

[@brendakrieger7000]

RIP🎻

[@PeaPod-xh5er]

Well that episode had it all - beautiful surroundings, snow on the mountaintops, tales from days gone by, fear - lots and lots of toe curling fear, heights and a crazy man narrating a story whilst clinging to the side of a mountain by his gimble and fingernails! Fab 😂

[@NDbred]

I'm such a nervous wreck watching you. My consolation is that you made it home safe since you posted this video!

[@nancyweliczko9334]

Gorgeous scenery an amazing place to be buried.

[@lorileighfischer4254]

Wow, Ron, thank you so very much for taking us with you. What a great story, what wonderful scenery. I never was afraid of heights, but I have to say those were long drop-offs with not much stopping you fall. From someone who is disabled, this allowed me to feel like I was there with you. Thanks again for taking us viewers with you on these great adventures❣️ You're the best Ron❣️

[@judyclark5736]

Thanks for being so brave to tell us this story.

[@smctyre7235]

Not afraid of heights, but definitely felt nervous watching you creeping along that drop off, Ron! Going the extra mile for your viewers! Thanks - but be careful out there!

[@ChasingRainbows67]

RIP Clifford Griffin 🎻❤🎻❤ Ron I kept talking to you as if you could hear me....lol. "Please be careful. Get down from there!"...lol No really, thank you so much for the ride along. It was truly amazing and spectacular.❤

[@loisrohling5277]

Hi Ron, great story I think they should put in a chairlift for the visitors.

[@StevenJeNova]

What a place! 😲 Money can't buy you happiness. RIP, Mr Griffin. 🇸🇪

[@agnetha2012]

The palms of my hands are sweating watching you try to get to the monument.

[@KathyVonAschen]

You definitely have Guts Ron😮

[@mr.goodfootHifiVideoEye.]

Beautiful country

[@marygrummer9189]

What a beautiful spot to rest in peace.

[@VAHOSS]

Colorado is beautiful. I spent 2 summers in the Springs back when I was a teenager. I got to do a lot of fishing, camping, and hiking with my dad. I lost dad in 2021, and I will never forget our time in Colorado

[@PowerRATS]

Good night everyone thanks again Ron

[@billmccabe9601]

What a trek. After your return to the start, you can officially add 'Mountain Goat' to your skillet. I agree, looking over the edge 700 feet down is a whole lot different than from a window in an airplane, even a small Cessna!

[@tracysmith3076]

Ron, this has to be the scariest video yet. I was talking to you like you could hear me. Ron! Stop! Go back 😂

[@SusanWilliams-g7r]

Glad you’ve got strong hiking legs! Watching this makes me very nervous!

[@MargaretCorriher]

So happy you are back on Sundays. I enjoy my history lesson. And your in excellent shape. 🇺🇸☮️🤠

[@CherylJohnston-v5v]

I could NEVER! Thank you, Ron!

[@denahoward10]

Oh my Ron! To high for me. 😂 please be careful ron😮😮 ❤

[@isabellegarcia9205]

Wow its beautiful, brave miners, I'm sure some lost there live.guite the town.😊

[@marshasullivan4074]

Amazing scenery ! Your trip to the grave scared me half to death !! Please don't do that again ! Thank you for taking us along with you. X from Perth, Australia

[@carolclarke8163]

Thank you Ron for taking us on this beautiful historic adventure trail. I'm nervous of heights and I almost couldn't watch you stepping closer to the edge on rolling stones omg I was holding my breath. I think the monument was likely hauled up in pieces by mules or horses on a flatbed. Great video well done. Be safe!

[@nancymattingly8645]

Ron, I am finally able to relax!!! You had me on the edge of my chair. Wonderful that you took that walk/climb to honor Mr. Griffin. Sad story. English pronunciations: my ancestors came from a small village called Mattingley, which used to be in Berkshire county. It is pronounced Bocksha. Shropshire would be called Shropsha!!! That's so funny sounding to us, but there ya go.!! Thanks again Ron for taking me on this harrowing trip. Beautiful scenery. stay safe friend

[@InnocentPotato-pd7wi]

Hi Nancy! German -Swiss American here! My mom's side of the family were Swiss . They came to the USA in 1812! They actually married into an d Maryland family, the Mattingly Family. They landed on St. George's Island , in St. Mary's County in 1643! A few years after the colony of Maryland was established in 1634! They were Catholics . They left England for religious reasons. "Recovering Catholic " here! I left years ago because of many different reasons! Pro- Choice Democrat here! Harris-Walz 2024! 🤔🤗🥰🤗🐱🐱🐱🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🇩🇪 🇨🇭 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@TommyPainter-n6f]

Thank you for bringing these stories to life as most ive never heard of an probably would never if not for you.

[@pamelaromer7727]

Ron, please get a trekking pole. I can hardly watch this. They come in 2s. But I only use one on trails. Please be safe. I enjoy your videos.

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

what a trekking pole??? hahahah, ooookay!

[@juliegrey5280]

Great story! Glad you made it up and back down that trail safely! My legs would've been like jello!

[@annee810]

My knees were jello just watching😮

[@sside8]

Great video Ron. I don't like heights either. My legs were trembling when you showed over the edges. Glad you're safe.

[@warford0805]

Beautiful scenery and some neat mining remnants! Thank you for taking the trip for us as I would not been able to handle those skinny ledges.

[@loisrohling5277]

Oh Ron, that reminds me of the movie "Full Metal Jacket ''

[@WilliamBrown-qx1fx]

There's also a railroad there and put out by the Colorado historical society you might want to ride at the Georgetown loop it's part of the old chili line

[@K9-Crazy]

Just started watching 4:51. Looks beautiful. It would be a great place to film a horror movie. My late girlfriend grew up in Colorado. She wanted to take me there after we were married, but i lost her 2 months before our wedding day. We met and fell in love here in Holcomb Kansas. Your taking us to the places she wanted to show me.

[@naomisgram1]

😢

[@LawNerdSoph]

She bought you to this video ❤ take care of yourself ❤❤

[@K9-Crazy]

@@LawNerdSoph thank you ❤️

[@Jlevin1955]

Now I have to get back into the habit of checking you out on Sun. nights again!😊😊😊

[@cindykeselowski899]

Unbelievable, what a great story! Thank you

[@danw4471]

Wouldn't catch me up there. I'm afraid of heights too. Thanks for posting.

[@MokhatlaLetoporo]

I love this stories, very fascinating indeed 😮 I'm watching from joburg ,South Africa

[@tennagrover6140]

Well that hike was terrifying! I’m sure the trail was wider back then. Erosion caused the trail to thin. As a trucker, I hope the monument never takes a tumble and falls on the road below. Great episode Ron.

[@gmhfam2550]

The scariest video he has put out. That climb was very risky. Wow!!

[@krisdeas2999]

Okay that was absolutely amazing....You are so brave...Granted that last little bit scared me just a little...It was so awesome to see everyone together again...

[@PhillyGirl-pt3vq]

Wow! 😮Ron, that was some trek up that mountain! 😮You we’re making me nervous just watching this! I felt faint. 😂What’s the mystery of them getting that grave stone up there? Amazing and another great story Ron! Love the old photo at the end too. 🥰❤️🙏🏻

[@mariak3352]

Thank you Ron for bringing back Sunday nights! Be safe! This is so beautiful.

[@louversteegen2488]

My goodness Ron, you need a motor bike. It would have been much easier for you. We live in the hills around Myrtleford in Victoria Australia, our hills are not steep but my kids all rode their motorcycles 🏍️ up in the hills. Great story, as always. Cheers from Oz. 😊

[@dmbx6438]

This is awesome, I'm from Shropshire England, this has been some great history to know thanks Ron, here we pronounce Shropshire like Shrop-sheer 😊

[@RainyMcG]

I was screaming at the tv :" Ron, please watch your step... don't fall". Outstanding episode. Incredible location. Thank you so much. (P.S.- I watched the video twice).

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

right on!!! ;-)

[@zorabryce5493]

Thank you for your hard climb and research Ron, you did an excellent job. Rather you than me! It was very interesting. Stay safe and keep well. Zora in Australia

[@paulasmith3590]

Pretty amazing. I live in Colorado. For you to have climbed at that high altitude was quite a feat. Especially since you aren't use to those heights. Just amazing. Don't recommend going by yourself though. You were pretty lucky.

[@GD_MoonBlister]

Wow! Simply a beautiful site for sure. Thank you for sharing such a great story and experience. Stay well and stay safe!

[@LDox-t3v]

Fascinating history... thank you for this superb presentation.

[@seekerofthetruth6257]

I love the mountains I would love to live up there, it's dangerous but beautiful. One wrong move & that's all she wrote. Stay safe Sir & everyone sending virtual hugs to you all. Rest in peace everyone in the arms of our Lord. Locked & loaded hollow points are good as well that's what my dad used. Ps no don't look down. I was told not to do that. Over the decades mountains erode. Wow you Sir have a fear of heights, that's one way to help you get over your fear.

[@mam8982]

Well that was heart stopping Ron, I know you survived to tell the tale, but I have a fear of heights and I was waiting for that crumbling shale to start rolling! The gold mines in Australia now process the tailings, the price of gold makes it worthwhile.

[@billmccabe9601]

Just a thought, in the 1890's, those paths you traveled, may have actually been wide enough for a horse team and supply wagons, especially if large pieces of mining equipment, such as that belt sheve seen in one of the old photos you shared.

[@melindatowne1586]

Ok I chewed down 3 fingernails on this one!! born in Colorado I used to frequent these places but always wanted to do this hike there, you can see that monument from the highway. I went to this little town all the time, used to be a little bread shop at end of road and take out of town folks up on the OMG road to the back of Central City..Thank YOU Ron! I have wonderful memories of these places.

[@naomisgram1]

Almost above the tree line there, tiny trees! Beautiful scenery is beautiful and the waterfalls! You were brave!

[@stuartwright1587]

Remains of steam boiler at 14:20. Used for power generation, ore crushing, moving ore carts, etc.

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

right on Stuart, thanks, amazing artifacts.

[@amandapanda7878]

yay ! im so exctied!

[@JulieObrien-f3r]

Fantastic work Ron you do go above and beyond!! 😮

[@joanmatchett8100]

It looks beautiful there .

[@adrianwhite549]

Love this story Ron..beautiful yet hauntingly sad..

[@ritafoster8625]

I was a nervous wreck watching you go around that ladt corner lol

[@kimholch1006]

Ron, I also have a fear of heights. I applaud you for hiking up there. I do not think I could do it. Thank you for all you do to bring us videos. I am glad you are enjoying my home state of beautiful Colorado. ❤

[@hermiendrridder875]

Wow, I was so afraid for you, that place is dangerous! But thanks for taking us .

[@joanmatchett8100]

I was nervous just watching this !

[@brokenwing2840]

So glad you're back! I don't believe there is a more beautiful place on earth.

[@mickiec9361]

Yikes! I am scared of heights and I was on edge just watching you take that trail (?) to the monument! Geez!! Thank you so much for another great adventure!

[@veronicakristopeit3731]

Thank you Ron for this video. I would never be able to do this adventure. The views were beautiful and I would have loved to have done this in my younger days.

[@nadiabrook7871]

Love the town!! It's almost like stepping back into the past when you look at it!! GREAT video, as usual, Ron!! XXXX 💞🤗💕👏👍❤

[@Nativity1225]

Loved the video Ron. When you got to that really narrow part, I almost clicked off...boy one wrong move..I did find it interesting that you mentioned your fear of heights....given that you're a pilot..😆 You're not alone , I have it too. I got stuck in the jailers quarters in the Goderich Gaol once...those spiral stairs were so steep..I just froze, couldn't move up or down. I also wonder how they got that marker up there, couldn't have been horseback, unless the landscape has really changed over the past 100+ years. Thank you for taking us with you on your adventures, alot of us might not see them otherwise. 😊 Canada

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

thanks, yeah...odd - I can be on a 3 story roof and my legs / knees almost collapse...yet in the airplane, no fear whatsoever.

[@michelerowe3077]

The air thin up there? I've been to Colorado n the altitude will open your ears

[@jeffybobby5022]

Thank you so much for bringing these stories to us ☺ ♥ 🥰 xxxxxxxxxxxxx

[@ninaellyson814]

HOLY COW!!! That last part of the hike was nail biting 😱 I can’t imagine what it must have been like in person. Wow! Interesting story and you really went the extra high mule on THIS one! Extraordinary people got that monument placed too. That would be an amazing story in itself. Thank you once again Ron. Excellent work.-Nina

[@wendyburgess7681]

She was a Beautiful Video. Ron, I have to admit that you were making me nervous. I kept saying Ron get back. I'm truly afraid of heights and some parts of the video were scary. I'm glad you are Safe.

[@MAUREENOS98]

Wow Ron this was really interesting! Very impressed!!! Thank you!

[@kyliemajor9269]

I have to give it to you Ron, you're a very brave man taking that track upto the monument, very beautiful country side, love the snow capped mountains I watch your posts all the time, very enjoyable ❤ from Oz xxx

[@theresalaux5655]

Thanks! This episode made me so nervous. I was sitting on the edge of my seat the whole time. I am afraid of heights! 😂❤

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

thx Theresa!! very generous!!!

[@SheriTracey61]

Impressed with your hiking chops. The stone reads, "And in Compliance With His Own Request Buried Near This Spot."

[@alliewillrant]

Another awesome video! I am afraid of heights as well. I don't know if I could have made it around that narrow corner to get to that monument I was afraid for you 😅 it was very exciting to watch.

[@mdhobbssr4566]

Beautiful scenery

[@Cheetoluv]

My husbands Great grandparents lived in Cripple Creek. We went down in a mine called “Molly Kathleen Gold Mine” Colorado. Very interesting place. Enjoyed your video.

[@naomisgram1]

Yes, I’ve been to Cripple Creek and down in the Molly Kathleen mine also! That was quite an adventure, they gave us heavy jackets to wear because it was so cold that far underground

[@carolwalters5992]

Fantastic explore glad to see you back on again stay safe Ron xx

[@jennyduff2597]

It's funny... as someone who has lived her whole life on the West Coast and in the various western states, and visited many areas like this, I never considered carrying a firearm. Never ran into trouble. Ran into people of course, but folks hiking along on paths like that, are usually just focused on the history and scenery. Regardless, wonderful video -- beautiful place, amazing trail filled with so many cool things, and solid history. Thanks for sharing!

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

you are lucky duck then.

[@lauriehill9933]

best adventure so far thanks for taking us

[@missynelson5349]

I’m really afraid of heights! I have extreme chills watching this!