Best Scenic Byways in Utah - RV Travel - Summer 2022 Episode 5

[@gold-digger6579]

We are the ones in the Jeep you met coming down from the Shafer switchbacks. We found out afterwards the night before the area experienced a100 year flood and the reason the road was so rough. The Jeep rental said they were surprised it was open. It was a highlight to meet you and your video brought back fond memories. Great job once again.

[@TravelingRobert]

Thank you! It was great to meet you too.

[@LGessner]

Do I compliment you on your spunk and poetry, or holler at you for being fool-hardy? My husband said he felt as if he should have a seatbelt on his recliner as we watched you tackle Shaffer Trail on our widescreen. I was gasping. Your editing skills, camera angles, commentary, and use of the drone on the stairway and rim made this video so beautiful. Thank you for taking us with you. For heavens sake, be careful! How would I travel if something happened to you?

[@nancygerald5913]

I have so much respect for your sense of adventure. But like @LGessner husband, I need a seatbelt and be careful. Ty💕

[@dna4569]

My wife is sitting next to me watching politics on her PC when she looks at my monitor and says "WHAT IS ROBERT DOING!" I didn't believe I would ever see such a harrowing trek on Traveling Robert's channel 🤣That was way more fun to watch than I would care to do in real life! Hats off to you Robert!!

[@randyadventure]

"I'm not going back up those switchbacks, that's for sure." 🤣🤣🤣 I'm not even sure I can watch that again. Whew! 🤣🤣🤣

[@lauraslanesvanlifetravels]

Oh and was actually terrified of that dirt road...wow...you are risking life and limb at this point to bring us this wonderful content! I pray you are protected on all your travels my friend!

[@almamorales4158]

Excellent...... I was very nervous ........It is the most dangerous road I have ever seen in my life. What a beauty those rock formations...........Take care my son.......you are very fearless..........every sunset is different........ Congrats...... go ahead...... take care......Love....MOM...>>>

[@janinehostynek4732]

My husband and I are watching this video on July 18th, 2023. We have watched many of your videos, but I can hardly believe you are traveling on such a dangerous road. You were scaring me as you drove along😮

[@jeffreymccommon8759]

Adventure calls us all,But we"re afraid to take the first step out of our comfort zone.Thanks for pinning the tail on the travel donkey.lol

[@masudkarim_dipu]

Hello Robert, this is a lovely episode. It doesn’t get any better than this 🎉🎉🎉

[@joycemosakowski3648]

😬 I had butterflies in my stomach on this off road expedition. You out did yourself Robert!💯💢💥 And you took us with you. Your the Best!

[@michaellubeck8464]

That was awesome when the people in the Jeep recognized you :)

[@retiredandpreppingquilting2350]

Robert thank you so much for poisting this great trip. I was sitting on the edge og my recliner when going on the curves of the mountain. I am 82 years old and would love to travel like you do. But i can sit at home and enjoy your travels. I hope you have a wonderful and blessed 2023.

[@1964mother]

That road is terrifying 😮 another great video Robert! You never disappoint us😊

[@discipleshipwithjesus6023]

This trip was so amazing my wife and I are seated on our sofa glued to a big screen TV and seeing Mother Nature at its finest, through your camera lens. It's spectacular we just wish we were out there ourselves. Peace and Love!

[@rudypoirier7793]

Holy 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬my anxiety was definitely up when You were riding the cliff edge and switchbacks! I’m putting You on my prayer list! 🤣 this was one of the most nerve racking episodes. Keep up the good work, Robert. 🙏👋🇨🇦

[@carolagriffin2818]

Ah, Utah! I've traveled the length and breadth of Utah. I would tell my husband that if he didn't like what he was seeing to wait a few minutes... By far the prettiest state I've ever traveled.

[@cbaptista2023]

Hello Robert, thanks for the beautiful scenery ... love what you are doing , showing God's creation to the world.

[@citizensallianceaustralia2025]

It goes without saying Captain Pelicanhead, that your skills at handling the Shaffer Trail in the USS Starcruiser, were awesome. I would like to echo the comments that this is one of your best videos yet, definitely a top ten contender. I know I keep saying it but your drone skills are some of the best on you tube, and continue to be as good as anything we see on National Geographic. Top grade production all round!

[@roxannestarratt5803]

I have been enjoying your videos for the past 5 years, you never disappoint and your music is always perfectly matched for the scene.

[@lauraslanesvanlifetravels]

Traveling Robert...BEST damn show on KZbin! Hwy 12 looks absolutely stunning and love that gorge on the way to Vegas...def adding it all to my MUST SEE list! Great episode!

[@EatSleepRVRepeat]

You are too brave! We nearly had a heartache just watching how narrow the road was, and how high the drop looked. Def not for the weak hearted. Lou & Angie

[@markshelhart8338]

Add one more to the ever growing list of things Robert has the guts to try that I never will. Gorgeous as always. The gopro loves those red/orange colors.

[@armyot7purpleot7]

I have to watch your videos to fall asleep lol❤

[@HaveFunLetsTravel]

This is one location I'm glad to have seen on video instead of in person!!! My blood pressure is through the roof now. Glad you made it safely and keep up the great work.

[@Kimkim22647]

Gorgeous! Your cinematography is second to none! Thank you for taking us on this journey.

[@petem6846]

I've been watching your videos for a couple years now and have binged several of your previous seasons. As so many have said in your comments, this is one of your best!! As the title says, these are the best scenic byways in Utah. Our first time in Utah, we took Highway 128 from Cisco to Moab and it remains one of our favorite roads in the West! Highway 12 was fantastic and the views were some of the best I've seen. As several of the scenic pullouts, there are signs covering some topic and they all start with "On a clear day, you can see forever!" Your shots, especially the drone footage, proved it! Your trip on the Shafer trail was amazing, especially right after a rain. Truly a wonderful video--thanks for continuing to make these!! There's one other classic scenic byway in Utah I'm looking forward to you doing sometime--Highway 95 from Blanding, past Highway 261 to the Moki Dugway, past the turn off to Natural Bridges National Monument, past the turnoff to Hite (stop at the bridge over the Colorado River and take a picture of the red cliffs to the northwest, then continue on to the overlook and try to find the bridge and cliffs), north along the eastern side of the Henry Mountains to Highway 24 in Hanksville. It's a long but incredibly scenic drive! Save travels!!

[@tsf5-productions]

Great advertising of Chevy's truck: "Starship"! And...you saw "Elvis"... again! All these episodes are mreally good, Robert. There's many times I`m thinking the same statements you make just before you actually say them. That's funny. Utah looks fantastic! So does most of the West. Robert...you are such an excellent driver! You keep well within the highway lines. Enjoy the travels and continue to be in good health.

[@gumotx]

I had to run this episode more than once since there was so much eye candy! Beautiful scenery and color. Thanks, Robert!!

[@tonyc7420]

OMG Shafer Trail! Bucket list, bucket list, bucket list!!!!!!!!!

[@mitzioden4926]

My compliments on your videography on this trip! Utah is a beautiful state and I will go there again. I was there in 1996. Those switchbacks are something I wouldn't tackle though. You're brave to do them! Thank you for this great vlog!

[@alrichardson7027]

Hello once again Robert, I have also driven hwy 12 but I approached going eastbound to Torrey and it was amazing. Looking forward to seeing Las Vegas and California. This was Absolutely breathtaking. Really enjoyed the video my friend.

[@0007stan]

You hit it with this episode. The off roading is great

[@pierrickmouazan517]

I follow your channel for more than 4 years now I guess, and personally I found this video the most amazing of all you gave us the opportunity to watch!! All the places you went in Utah are incredibly beautiful!!!

[@williamscoggin1509]

This was an outstanding video Robert!!!!! Brought back the feeling of so many memories from 11 years ago when I went from East Texas all through that area. Thank you so much! 🤠

[@davidengstrand2321]

Hello, Recently found your channel and watched the Nebraska episode. If you go back that way you should check out Warps Pioneer Village in Minden Neb. I recognized Carhenge etc as my son works for BNSF and started for them in Alliance. Enjoy your videos, we traveled out west a lot when our kids were younger and recognize many of the spots you go to. My wife has ALS so our RVing days are over now however 😢 so our 'traveling' is by watching videos such as yours.

[@birdie9680]

OMG!! Okay, I never miss an episode of your show, I have even watched the unabridged addition of your Lewis and Clark expedition start to finish and it was awesome by the way. But I ALMOST had to turn it off at the switch backs!! GEEEEZZZ, it scared me to death just watching!! How awesome though, that you made it AND met some fans at the bottom!! YOU ROCK!!!😊

[@birdie9680]

@@penny8579 I couldn't agree more!! I lost my daughter just as the pandemic started and his channel was very soothing. He has a very comforting voice, and is very informative. My husband and I are planning to buy an R.V. and go on the road in about a year and a half, and I feel like I'm ready after having watched him so much!!🙂

[@irishpenny1981]

We are watching now and I had to go from Apple TV to iPad to look at comments. My heart was in my throat.

[@robertcolpitts4534]

What a great video, Roberto! Shafer Trail has been the ruin of many a pair of underwear, that's for sure. 😮😂 Good thing Illy wasn't with you! They would heard her screaming in Moab! You got some excellent shots, though. That trail was in pretty rough shape after that rain, but then again, that's what having the Trail Boss is all about. Safe travels!

[@gi169]

So scenic and beautiful Mr. Robert, thank you for the amazing video Sir... 👍👍👍🍻

[@nationalparksprincess3216]

Utah is such a beautiful state! Thanks for another great video, Robert 😊 I couldn't do Scaffer Trail. It was nice watching you drive it, but it looked really sketchy in most spots. I'm glad you made it!

[@ReynoldRodriguez-ts6lp]

Robert, this is one of the best episodes yet. Thank you for taking us all in your travels. Wish you the best.

[@KyleGuerrero89]

20:48 I’m pretty sure Elvis Rock is the rock on the right. Great episode so far!

[@DizTraveler]

44:00 brings back memories of when my family rented a class A taking the same route from Moab, traveled across that Rt 12, into Kodachrome, and then to Bryce Canyon...but that Canyonland Shafer Rd...I think tops your most outrageous off-rd adventure...!

[@terripopp5469]

I’m about to throw up 🤮!!! This drive was INSANE!!! Robert you are a brave brave little man!!!😅 It was beautiful but I shall not partake in that drive so thank you for sharing!!Such beautiful views too!!

[@philiporourke7896]

Great vid Robert, I didn't think I'd last 52 minutes. I was never bored, thanx dude.

[@markmcguffin190]

I think this is my all time favorite episode of Traveling Robert. We live in the Arizona mountains and plan to visit Utah this summer if it works out. Now I know exactly where I want to go!

[@lcarter6292]

That was one of the most terrifying rides. 😩. Great job Robert.

[@kerrydennard4921]

Gm 🌞 I'm at the beginning of the video I'm at the part where you're going up the cliff now you're going down the switchback I'm going to say you have nerves of steel there isn't any way I would LOL I'm going to experience it through you lol I'm going to continue with the rest of the video good stuff keep up the great work

[@nancyreynolds6794]

BEAUTIFUL, BREATHTAKING AND SCARY.

[@ricklarry4212]

You definitely had nerves of steel driving the Shafer Trail. I would have driven off the cliff, which I have done in my younger days. Thank God for AAA. Thanks for sharing Robert.

[@karenbranchfloridausa4730]

Wow 😂 I bet that is a trip you will never forget ,you have nerves if steel 😢 amazing video spectacular scenery!!

[@lelandpeck4585]

Wow! What an incredible ride! I've seen some of these areas before, but never as spectacular as in this video, Robert. Thanks so much!!

[@raypabs5374]

I loved the contents of this video, very exciting. I did that Shafer trail in 2017 and the road was as smooth as an asphalt pavement back then. They must have gotten some serious rain in 2022.

[@najruqwi7008]

I LOVE Utah! It's so beautiful! I was in Moab, Bryce and Zion August of 22. Thanks for sharing this with us it brought back wonderful memories 😊

[@Victor_Glazunov]

Невероятные виды! Очень красиво! Уже был в некоторых местах, но с удовольствием посмотрел еще!

[@okeesmokee6658]

Great drone work on the Devil’s backbone. I am a geologist that lives in Utah - I received my degrees here. Capitol Reef is my favorite of the 5 NPs. Hope you have time in the future to spend more time there. It is especially wonderful in the fall and the campgrounds in the orchards are a real treat. Great Video!

[@pamelakern2849]

I enjoyed watching the off road .😉 I am glad you have a trail capable truck. Utah is breathtaking. I loved this wonderful video 🤗 ❤🏔

[@hannahzander9541]

Another epic video. I'm running out of words to describe these breath taking, heart stopping adventures.

[@nm4523]

I almost fall from the chair, that road was TERRIBLE and scary......I LOVE to drive but.....that road at National Park was out of this world........Beautiful Trip......Thanks.....see ya on the Road......

[@jacquelinejackson4067]

Extraordinary Mountains and Cliffs!!

[@deborahjames5703]

Robert you have made my Sunday afternoon once again. Your content is amazing and never disappoints. I was holding on to my recliner and literally screaming while you were on that road. I was so happy when you made it to the bottom!!! God bless you and stay safe!

[@lynnnorthrup8914]

Just discovered you! Great drone footage and the drive down the Schafer Trail was epic! We have spent a lot of time exploring Utah with some great memories. Thanks for sharing. 😀👍

[@javig5045]

Robert we seem to be covering same ground, you in your RV me on my Godwing, bound to run into you eventually...I see you've added some new background music to your repertoire, very nice Robert, but hey I would expect nothing else, goes perfect with the scenery...You Rock Amigo! PS-last time you had me on the edge of my seat was Angel Falls Trail WooHooo✌🤟🤩

[@alrichardson7027]

Hello Traveling Robert...and WOW!! Robert, it's great that you managed those hairpin turns. I would never have attempted Shafer Road...definitely not for the faint of heart...WOW!!!...and now let's continue.

[@bigd6663]

Scaaarrreeee ride my knuckles turned white just watching!

[@kingstonsean]

Next time you're in Moab, take a drive up Onion Creek trail. No problem for your truck to get all the way to the ranch (where the road becomes private). Depending on conditions, you should even be able to take the left turn at the ranch and make it up to Polar Mesa, and then back down the paved road to Castle Valley. Also, your truck would be able to make it up the Gemini Bridges trail from Hwy 191 to Hwy 313, and then back down Long Canyon Road, all without entering either Dead Horse or Canyonlands.

[@edithbull874]

Robert you are very brave 😮you must be glad to get of that Road , it was Stressful to watch you drive on that Road ! Great job , stay safe Gods speed !! 💕🙏🏼🙏🏼😅

[@DG_ontheroad]

Robert beautiful off-road experience, beautiful landscape, definitely Utah my favorite state, as always excellent work.👌👌👌

[@deanmontgomery4680]

WOW is all I can say, I did not think you could out do Angels landing but the Shaffer tail got me off the couch. Did not know I was that scared of heights.

[@kathykenyon2079]

Love the scenery and the music!💕

[@captziggy1]

Wow that was scary !!! I don’t know if I could do . But you took us there . Thanks so much !!😮

[@sandym198]

Gps tried to take us to Canyonlands from the Colorado River road. Only it was red mud. So glad we turned around and entered Canyonlands at main entrance. The road should definitely have been closed. That was a terrifying ride!! You the man!

[@cindyg8695]

I had to close my eyes watching parts of you driving on that trail. Yikes! You are very brave. Great video!

[@KristoferOlsson]

Thank you for this episode. it was exactly what I needed today.

[@Twobarpsi]

The Shafer Trail was absolutely crazy Robert! Muchos saludos for you and El Jefe de Sendero!!

[@alanlevine3984]

Beautiful. Thank you for taking us along

[@raysher265]

Robert omg you scare me but I can’t stop watching your video your filming is amazing I am in Australia watching your channel I am a new subscriber thanks look forward to more videos

[@Yawndave]

Gooood morning, Robert! I love that drive on UT128, the scenery just can't be beat. "Welcome to the American West" indeed! Your drive on the Shafer Trail reminds me of the TV show about the "Death Road" in Bolivia. 40:44 in Boulder--next time you're passing through, I highly recommend a drive on the Burr Trail. And Calf Creek Canyon--the falls there are fantastic. Happy trails!

[@rob_does_stuff]

Look at you branching out into overlanding! Very nice! I watch a lot of overlanding channels and hope to go out west someday soon to experience the awesome scenery in person. As always, thanks for the inspiration!

[@terriquotskuyva4594]

Bravo!!! 👏 Robert!!! I really enjoyed this episode!!!

[@TJB-zt9tx]

Your photography and music on this video is some of your absolute best yet.❤️❤️❤️ I've been out in the desert in a 4×4 many times and that is the only way I would take on the ridge run and switch backs you did in your truck.😬

[@justinblunt5627]

Excellent episode! Right up there with the Angels Landing episode.

[@FoolishPrankster]

Road Warrior / Historian (period) 🛻

[@br8eyz012]

Almost hate I watched this episode because my husband is dead set on doing that trail now! 😅

[@Gypsy218]

You are one brave dude! I was scared sitting on my couch.

[@hl1448]

Wow!! 😅😳 scary but beautiful drive!!!

[@erinmueller3407]

Just want to Thank you for your videos- I’m from Ocala Florida and planning a trip out west- your videos have been so helpful in planning and places to see along the way!!

[@peterorison1640]

Next time you're in the Moab area, I highly recommend doing the hike to Fisher Towers. It's such a cool place! You would enjoy seeing it much more up close. Also, the view from the top of Dead Horse Point is really something. That location was also featured in the beginning of Mission Impossible 2 when Ethan Hunt is rock climbing. Great episode Robert. Thanks! :-)

[@ernieland2480]

Excellent Robert, Excellent! 😁😁

[@justinebuckleywright1302]

Thank you Robert for such a beautiful, beautiful video!!

[@albertandersen2327]

Beautiful video. Drove this trail this summer. Awesome memory.

[@ivanusestheknife5014]

Beautiful! I never knew such places existed. I have to check it out myself!

[@mpower6004]

Welcome to the West and that is what we call beautiful landscape but than again you are in Utah .

[@Marcy.Duvall]

I applaud you! I could never do this so I will just enjoy it from your point of view! :)

[@mikewatts1014]

So We were impressed when you climbed angels landing. Driving shafer to potash was next level. Would not do it in our 4x4 van. Hope to see you in the road one day. From 2 teachers trying to escape NYC….

[@randomvintagefilm273]

Utah really is special

[@AzLaners]

Love Castle Valley, my cousin lives there so I spend some vacations there, you gave me a few new ideas. Thanks

[@Thomas-sp1pp]

EXCELLENT VIDEO AS ALWAYS...THANK YOU ROBERT.

[@mikenbevtrips]

Robert , so glad you survived that ride on that hazardous trail !!! Geezzz ! Regards, Mike

[@exploringcoasttocoast0203]

Robert! That is the most beautiful views from a campground ever! Wow and the lightening - really nice. Yikes!! the Shafer Trail ! I don't know if in reality it is as narrow as the camera makes it look but - kinda scary looking. signed, Faint of Heart! We did all the 5 national parks in Utah and Dead Horse State Park. Really beautiful. We have a long bed truck - so glad we didn't try those roads. So glad you did tho - loved seeing it. The Love's full hookups. $45 is pricey for a truck stop but if it is what works best with your plans I would do it, especially since we aren't set up for dry camping.

[@dlm1255]

this is your best video ever this is a keeper great job beautiful,stunning,had to be white nuckle driving i am going to utah!!!! thank you