Epic Hiking Adventures at Big Bend Park - S11E4.2

[@robertschaefer3223]

Traveling Robert climbs mountains so we don't have to!

[@mickzupan]

and also inspires people liek me to do it . Cant wait

[@mickster1780]

cool to see you giving so much coverage to such a beautiful and underrated park!

[@TheBoilingPitsOfRawSewage]

Finally Someone knows How to make a Great Video of BIG BEND Trails

[@TravelingRobert]

Glad you liked it

[@michelemcdanieltravels]

There is something extra special about the efforts of walking and hiking, that takes experiencing nature to the next level. Seeing what’s revealed over the rise or around the next bend, brings a certain satisfaction like nothing else. Thank you for your efforts in bringing such beauty to the small screen. I never knew Texas held such amazing scenery, this is a really wonderful video.

[@rickrich7325]

Big Bend is so beautiful, I’ve only been there a few times and I’m a native Texan. Just remember, this is rattlesnake season so be careful. That’s why a lot of people go hike in the winter, one less thing to look out for.

[@naosoudessemundo5322]

@OBRIGADA RICKRICH 7325, POR NOS AVISAR. UM DIA VOU AO TEXAS. BRASIL 🇧🇷 SAÚDE MUITA SAÚDE PRA TODOS.

[@kevinbentley8298]

I'm having PTSD. I backed into a cactus at the other side of balanced rock. Taking a selfie. 😮 You're right Robert, always a good idea to look back. 😂 That ride back on that road was rough. Given that I had thousands of blind prickly pear bristles where they shouldn't be. Confession! That was the day Robert arrived and why I didn't drive over to the live stream. Sorry I missed you. Would rather have missed that cactus though

[@TravelingRobert]

I hope you have fully recovered from that cactus encounter.

[@kevinbentley8298]

Finally! Only took two weeks for the rash to go away, a little longer for my pride to return. Fun fact, for cactus on the backside,.... a loving patient wife and Gorilla Tape.

[@WA-eg7ft]

I was on the edge of my seat as you stepped down from the summit. I was afraid you captured a stumble. And music seemed to drag me into that way of thinking. Robert your video skills are getting real good. Flatlander comment was priceless.

[@lindatanner8726]

One of your best videos. I loved the views and old texas diner.👍

[@debbiewerner7124]

Thank you for taking us places like this that we might never see. ❤

[@paulvillalba749]

Dear Robert, your videos from Big Bend are truly OUTSTANDING!! I have been watching your travel videos for a couple of years and never before have I seen you so giddy as you have displayed while visiting the mountains of Big Bend. Being that I know the area like the back of my hand, I can assure you that the you and your lovely wife will always be welcome there, as the people of the border region of West Texas tend to be very kind and most hopsitable. I cannot wait to see your next video and your visit to Boquillas del Carmen!! Thank you for sharing with us you excellent travel videos, Mountain Man!! God bless you and your wife in all of your travels. Les mando un fuerte abrazo! Paul Villalba

[@alrichardson7027]

Hello Traveling Robert, I didn't realize how HUGE...REALLY HUGE...this National Park is. AWESOME! So you might cross the border to Mexico, I cant wait to see this!

[@charliebullio463]

This is definitely one that's on our list to see. Thank you for all your hard work to show these places to us.

[@djwheels66]

I sometimes love the way my brain works! Within this video I saw a squirrel rock, a dog balancing a ball on its nose rock and E.T. Lying down, or tipped over, rock. 😂😂

[@citizensallianceaustralia2025]

I have been following your progress with the drone very carefully captain and I have to say this episode you reached your optimum potential. Using a camera is a huge part of the success of a travel vloggers reputation and you my friend have hit the highest level of operation. Great shots descending down the climb with the 360 degree views and the tracking system on yourself. I think you have made it to professional level status! Well done!

[@C-TOS]

Those rock formations reminded me of a story I saw yesterday, some knuckleheads vandalized dome rock formations in Utah a few days ago. Some people really need to stay at home for their own safety. Sorry for the rambling. I am in love for this park, I will do my best to visit it next time I am in Texas.

[@elmandalorian6671]

The landscape is so unique...

[@dianabalto]

Hey Robert you're a champion man climbing up and walking miles !

[@CindyG-l1m]

Beautiful footage of the scenery. Love the blue sky against the mountains. Those margaritas looked delicious! 😋

[@calledtojourney]

We were there back in January and were shocked that we enjoyed it as much as did. It's a beautiful place with lots of opportunities for adventure, whether it's hiking, 4x4 driving, or visiting a quaint little Mexican village!

[@coryballinger5307]

Looks like Arizona. Telingua and tombstone Az could be sister towns

[@lauraslanesvanlifetravels]

It's like they have their very own version of Utah in that state and over there in Mexico a little bit...also, adding this to one of my saved lists...for hiking! Really great walking/hiking video..I save these for times like these when my vehicles are either broken down or I need another one!

[@pattiwhite9575]

Trail maintenance was partly done by a retired 80 year old guy volunteer.

[@indiana-florida2479]

Good to see that situation in quartzite isn't going to stop him from hiking 🥾🥾

[@debbieguy173]

Beautiful! As I watched I couldn't help but remember your broken ankle. Those hikes in Big Bend would be a bad place to get hurt. I'm so glad you're careful. Love your videos.❤️

[@TP-es1pf]

Excellent scenery, thanks for doing those hikes . Thanks also for Illie’s cameo😁. Glad to see a travel tuber that is actually travelling. This is one of your best ones yet. 👍👍

[@jcurphy1976]

Have been enjoying your videos for a few months now. Recently I've been singing your theme song around the house and driving my wife a little crazy lol. It's quite the hook! 😆

[@joycemosakowski3648]

You got a great truck there Robert. While you were filming on that dirt ride your camera was stable while the truck was bouncing around. Thanks for the hike. The things you do for us. Your the best Robert!😊

[@guilleermojimenez5460]

One of your best videos yet. You and I have been crossing paths for years, we have even stayed at the same motels and campsites including Quartzsite Az. Thanks for giving such vivid shots from Big Bend. I see you are looking to get a piece of property in Az. Don't blame you, I have a place there too. Hope to see you on the road

[@michaelsullivan1262]

Probably the best use for a 360 cam that I’ve seen!

[@mickzupan]

first thing I noticed. Robert has inspired me to upgrade my own equipment. Funny part is that I got the go pro and a week later he got a different and seemingly better action camera

[@brendawhisenhunt8444]

Incredible views! Great video too .

[@LeslinAdventures]

Yeap we definitely checking out big bend. Thanks for sharing

[@mowcowbell]

Keep in mind Big Bend is only safe to visit from Oct-Mar. The rest of the year it is deadly hot and dangerous for hiking.

[@LeslinAdventures]

@@mowcowbell thanks

[@kflorence2219]

Thanks for another great video!

[@Anthrit]

Now that is what I call some cool desert views. The 360 cam was the best part, looked like a drone, but not a drone.

[@marciajimenez7347]

Really enjoyed this video, beautiful first hike.

[@kevinbentley8298]

So cool to see you doing the same hikes we did just days before. We spent five nights in Rio Grande Campground. I was impressed you were doing six nights between Chisos and Rio Grande. We barely kept the batteries topped off. Now I see you escaped to a full hookup site for a night. Genius!!! Lol😂

[@sadflandnav]

Hey Robert Big Bend geology is based on all the volcanoes in the area. Look at a satellite image of the areas you will see the 2 main volcanoes one being the Chisos mountains and the other in the neighboring state park. Glad you enjoyed your visit.

[@Lemonadelaydee]

Great hiking video! I sure hope you are not alone and are enjoying this with your wife

[@TravelingRobert]

She doesn't do the more strenuous hikes, but she will do the easier ones.

[@markzeahammer183]

I Missed the Live premiere. I knew this would be a good episode, a lot like the treacherous 'Angels Landing' episode. When Traveling Robert broke his ankle, I thought his lone hiking days were over. Glad he can still go up these scary trails.

[@GoldenAnniversaryAdventure]

Another wonderfully informative video. Big Bend is definitely in our list to see on our return from Alaska in the Fall. We are a bit apprehensive with the Mexico-USA migrant situation, but I think we’ll visit the area nonetheless

[@WorkloadWithdrawal]

Great music 🎶 6 eggs?! 🎉 Keep up the good work!

[@quackattack87]

Viva Terlingua!

[@javig5045]

Orale pues Robert, some day we will see you on the road....Javi G.

[@ericagutierrez4997]

This my favorite place ❤️🙌

[@bertkelly7650]

So true, that shirt you were wearing about your hiking shoes.

[@brandonbarragree]

Another fantastic video, Robert!

[@mickzupan]

Terlingua - Birthplace of the chili competition! I've won my chili competition 3 times, but lately the judges are weak! and my use of hot peppers hurts the judges, so Now I just go for the reaction. :)

[@gi169]

Awesome video Mr. Robert, thank you.

[@Twobarpsi]

15:20 definitely looks like Easter Island!!

[@CoozeAdventures]

Very nice hiking video. This place has a very natural rugged beauty.

[@pattyk8594]

Looks like it was a great time! Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@laurafoote214]

Beautiful scenery!

[@sooner_born2256]

Thanks for hitting those trails for us. Doubt I ever get down there so much appreciated!

[@patrickbourgeois8934]

I really enjoyed the show you make me nervous sometimes cuz I worried you might have a heart attack you really put yourself to the Limit

[@cheryltaylor8124]

Awesome Robert we are in San Antonio at a beautiful campground ❤ enjoy

[@carmmigliore7381]

Awesome Share!!!

[@matthiasjurcik3871]

Beautiful park and hike Robert. nice nature scenery and so silent, good to relaxing and enjoy the Park

[@doromeki8416]

いや〜〜素晴らしいハイキング　コースですね！ コースも整備されているし　コースタイム そんなに長くないので　行ってみたいです！

[@chandraniroy1585]

Wow… beautiful

[@mickzupan]

That camera is fantastic!

[@timengle3042]

I would love to hike that trail. Maybe someday after I retire. Do you ever see any snakes on the trails Robert? Really enjoy your videos!! 🍻🍻 Safe travels to you both!!

[@TravelingRobert]

I haven't see any, but I know they are there. Thanks!

[@geelow26]

Glad to see you enjoying Big Bend. I go there pretty much every year (twice last year). I just went there back in December/January and did the south rim hike. I don’t have my Micro Minnie anymore, but tent camping there is pretty nice, too.

[@naosoudessemundo5322]

MUITA SAÚDE

[@philzail2532]

Terlingua where Carroll Shelby had his ranch. And I believe the first chili cook-off. Carroll Shelby's son in-law founded Chili's. Terlingua Racing!

[@timlawson4314]

If you don't mind me saying, I really think you should get a good collapsible hiking pole to help keep your balance on rocky trails.

[@Yawndave]

Hey Robert, it's been more than 20 years since I've hiked those trails, thanks for taking me back. The views from the Lost Mine Trail are just spectacular! The 360 camera is always a neat effect (did you say you were thinking about getting the newer model?) The Balanced Rock Trail looks like it could've been transplanted from Joshua Tree. at 29:00 I thought that might've been Clay Henry the famous beer drinking goat, but it looks more like a burro 🙂 Isn't the taxidermied Clay Henry inside the Theater up by the stage? Looking forward to seeing the rest of your Big Bend adventures in the next episode. Until then, happy trails!

[@TravelingRobert]

I'm very tempted by the new 360. I'll wait to see some reviews first.

[@sherrymyers8709]

Watching your video beautiful, curious as to how you did the video when you started down from the lost mine trail. It looks as if shot with a drone, great job

[@TravelingRobert]

Thanks! That is a 360 camera.

[@sherrymyers8709]

@@TravelingRobert really cool video

[@dylanreynolds8264]

after all the year you finally went to big ben national park

[@WA-eg7ft]

I was hoping you would find a shovel in Terlingua. Reference the movie, Shooter..

[@Twobarpsi]

Carroll Shelby was a visitor of Terlingua.

[@r6i6g]

what kind of camera are you using on the descent? Great video.

[@jacquelineroets6988]

Halloooo from George South Africa

[@tutttutt9558]

I love your videos!! QUESTION: what is the video camera you use on top of your travel trailer? I’d love to get one for my car.

[@TravelingRobert]

It's a GoPro7

[@brandonmcdaniel930]

Beautiful hike! The weather looked like it was perfect. I know I have asked before but do you think you will ever sell a personalized spare tire covers? I got one of your stickers.

[@TravelingRobert]

Maybe I will

[@cindyhammersley2555]

Did you go past Guadalupe mountains I think that's the right name I'm not sure but my mother and I went all the way from Florida and the same route that you went on and I was I stayed on I-10 all the way into Arizona cuz that's where my brother lives my mother was moving out there that's why we drove cross-country it was beautiful

[@cindyhammersley2555]

Also when my mother and I started to see the mountains form I think it was part of New Mexico I had tears in my eyes I was so happy so overjoyed and seeing these mountains for the first time ever got to go on this adventure with my mom and Lola the dog in the backseat I made it like a big giant bed in the back seat.😅

[@sammy7068]

wow didnt know texas can look like that when i think of texas i think of flat lands

[@ShawnPatterson402]

I must say I am looking forward to visiting Big Bend. Very imprerssive. Safe travels....

[@Gillespie5150]

Get solar

[@TravelingRobert]

We have some

[@Gillespie5150]

@@TravelingRobert then why so hard to boondock for a couple of days? Trying to learn.

[@TravelingRobert]

@@Gillespie5150 My solar doesn't keep up with my power needs. 12V refrigerator and Starlink are both power hogs.

[@Gillespie5150]

@@TravelingRobert gotchya

[@brendawhisenhunt8444]

Incredible views! Great video too .