Uinta Highline Trail 2020 - Part 2

[@tannermuehler29]

I watched your Uinta videos when you first published them. I said to myself, "this is one of the trails I am going to do" (I still say that about the AT, PCT, & CDT, but those will have to wait until either I hit the lottery or retire). You inspired me to challenge myself. My wife and I switch picking our one big trip a year and I told her back when these were posted we were going to do this trail. It was a long wait, but we were finally able to swing it. I had enough days to take two weeks off from work (we also wanted to explore SLC and got to go the the Park City art fest which was a random but fun experience), and it was my turn to pick! We hiked the UHT westbound in 8 days in August 2023! It is an odd feeling, trying to make every second out there count and trying to soak in as much as you possibly can, all the while knowing there is absolutely zero chance you will remember most of it. Pictures are great, but there are times when you get so locked in the moment you realize you haven't really been taking pictures and that is perfectly ok. My favorite picture I have from all of it travels in the last 7 years is one of my wife. It was right after we crested Anderson pass, with only her, centered in the wide open wilderness in front of her. It's hard to explain why, but it's just one of those moments I will cherish that I was able to experience. I came back to this video series and I'm going to be honest, you provided me something that is, without a doubt, a beautiful treasure. Both the real life adventure you inspired me to set out on and these videos to spark my memory of it. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

[@nosbigibby]

I appreciate the thought and effort you put behind your videography. Carrying the extra gear, and putting in the extra miles makes for a really great video. Thank you.

[@ryanashworth6944]

I'm so glad you made the trip. I did this trail in 2019 and it changed me. Such an amazing place. I laughed so hard when you said the dry section sucked. It really did. But once on the high trail I couldn't get over the views. It is so remote and the weather up there is so unpredictable which makes it such a true adventure. It can really get in your blood. Thanks for the great video!

[@26parma]

Good gravy...you guys did a ton of miles in those days! My feet hurt just thinking about doing Anderson, Tungsten, Porcupine, Red Knob, and Dead Horse Passes all in one day!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

So many good memories from this trail that you brought back...the constant battle of out-running thrunderstorms was NOT one of them. Lightning hit so close so many times. Even in the high Colorado rockies I didn't deal with this kind of storm-dodging. But I would do it again in a heartbeat.

[@SouEuIAm]

The Uintas are in a unique geographical location. The warm air from the Western Deserts hits the cool air in the Uintas and you have unpredictable weather, instant hail storms and crazy thunderstorms. I don't know of another mountain range quite like it. Snowing in July/August is pretty common.

[@cidifede1]

I totally get why you needed a necessary break! Stay healthy and happy to have you back!!!

[@alexmarchica5264]

The music is always spot on with whats happening in the video. If I could buy a shirt with Darwin's face on it when the thunder goes off I totally would! Best face ever!

[@jeffwest195]

I was just up that way two weeks ago. I know you were long gone by then. I went to summit Kings. I love that area so much. I had watched part one before I left, and because of your video I got my friend to commit to hiking the Highline trail next year. Thank you for the inspiration over these years!.

[@busheater944]

really enjoyed how this was editted

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Thank You!

[@BeaglesBackcountryAdventures]

Great video! The highline, what we did of it before the fires, was definitely challenging! I love the sound of thunder in the mountains- it seems to roll on and on, bouncing between the slopes.

[@blinndorsey210]

Thanks for sharing some beauty and peace in such a crazy world. Good to know this majesty is out there, and that we can see it because you share. Now let's protect it so the future will have it too.

[@nickname6747]

Spectacular scenery, reminds me a little of the Scottish Highlands only on a bigger scale. Thanks for uploading :)

[@eleanoreadams]

Your best video to date. Nice camera work, complementary music, chill banter.

[@rosellasibert6588]

I was up there again this summer. Planed for the 10 day 100 through hike starting at Spirit lake but had to leave early because of a fire, we changed direction just before Red-knob pass after 7 days. Love the high county. I always go in mid Aug the bugs are less and the trail is less muddy.

[@debsmith7050]

Delightful; rain and all :) Great Darwin. Hope you are refreshed 💙

[@dartboardearth]

Great video. The pass you missed (but is shown) is Porcupine. You are going up Tungsten, and then next shot is Porcupine... which is miles of red mountains on your left. Thanks for the memories!

[@brittanycollins802]

Great editing! Video was well worth the wait. I cant wait to follow more of your adventures

[@markmitchell1742]

Glad to have you back. Hiking to King's Peak was a highlight for me. Your video brought back some great memories.

[@djwt20]

Stunning. Incredible duality of color, and nice music as well.

[@theyodayouseek]

Hey man, i just wanted to say that I appreciate you. I've learned so much about hiking, gear, tips and tricks, etc. As someone getting more in to hiking, thanks for teaching me.

[@perrytaylor6388]

Glad you enjoyed it! It’s pretty special to us here in Utah.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

I loved it!

[@darrylriley9917]

Good to see you back mate! Very envious of your walks compared to our Australian walks we are still in the infancy!

[@marcusgurtowski1777]

Hi Darwin, I think this might be one of your best and most beautiful videos yet. I would love to hike that trail someday!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Wow, thank you! ❤️

[@tommurphy6972]

Really enjoy these video darwin, thanks for taking the time to make them!!

[@js4513]

What a great combination of watching your amazing adventures and your talent of documenting it all.

[@freerangetots9955]

Looks like a beautiful wilderness area. I'm glad to see you back on the trail.

[@GeriRose8]

I thru-hiked the UHT this summer, so thanks for allowing me to re-live that amazing trip!

[@raquelsandoval3851]

Beautifully done Darwin. Love all the small details outside during the hike, even inside the tent. Very artistic. I felt the fresh air blowing past me, forgetting all the smoke in the air here in oregon.

[@nagaviper1169]

Damn, 102 miles! You guys are machines. Beautiful video as always. Thank you for taking us along.

[@AggyGoesOutdoors]

Some stunning views, you must've been so glad that thick cloud melted off

[@charlesforsythe128]

After watching your channel for 4 years, this is your best video IMO (AZT film was incredible too btw). This video is a piece of art.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Wow, thank you! I really appreciate it. ❤️❤️❤️

[@davidson_oldbull_sectionhiker]

Thanks Darwin for sharing all of this beauty with us. Take Care

[@amysthe-wise-one8493]

Loved the musical choices to accompany the video. Excellent work and loved the images.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!

[@bettymaverick1098]

Stupendous views and scary sounds of thunder!☁🌄

[@merel1424]

This just confirms to me that once Corona is over, I really need to go to the US and hike some trails. Damn beautiful. Thanks for inspiring me Darwin

[@davidullom]

How can 18 people dislike this? Are they certified professional haters? Good video as always sir! I loved it!

[@TrailOff]

You're one of my heroes Darwin - so good to see you back.

[@JonArmenta]

Best vid so far Darwin. Your sound editing is getting pretty stellar. The visuals being amazing; goes without saying. I’m not a jealous guy, luckily, but your videos do inspire me to get out there more. Thank you for living a life that looks worth living. It makes us regular schmoes have someone to look up to.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Wow, thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@hikingwithbarb9006]

Love your videos and glad I have more content to watch now. Looks like it was a beautiful but hard hike with all the passes! Great job in editing and music selection. You inspire me!

[@shaunabrookshier5516]

Welcome back! This hike is on my calendar for next August with my son. Can’t wait!

[@MarkGoesHiking]

Love the documentary feel of this video; especially around the 5 min mark.

[@willbarton4508]

Absolutely beautiful trail. Thanks again for taking us all on your journey.

[@RolandLabana]

Good to have you back! Missed following you on your journeys!

[@WasatchWill]

Hahaha! Lovenia got ya!!! 'Loven' it. My group also got hit with a storm right before breaking treeline for Red Knob. Short of doing it ultra runner style, you all smoked that thing. You all did good to do it then and not in recent weeks with sections being shut down for fire activity and all the smoke that had been circulating around there.

[@elvay6847]

Looks like a sweet place for some fastpacking.

[@jpbowhunter4307]

Great video edition, awesome music, fantastic cinematic content!

[@chach3]

Spent a few days fishing and hiking in the Uinta's last year. I loved it.

[@Packsalot]

Congratulations on your hike. It appears you just finished a few days after we did. Too bad we missed you on the trail. I hope you liked the Uintas. This mountain range is my backyard. I love them and frequent them often. Hope you come back another time. Take care and happy trails.👍😀🐟⛺

[@t.vanoosterhout233]

Fine vlog, looks like a beautiful trail. You make it seem so easy, 30 mountain miles in one day... music and filming outstanding.

[@mondoenterprises6710]

Quite the barren moonscape! Nice video!

[@jinsoku2079]

I am already 4 minutes in and wow Your videos have been amazing. Your talent sure is growing. I haven’t yet ordered your videos on your media site but I am looking forward to making the purchases. Thanks for inspiring my family to get outdoors and enjoy our public lands and also do our part to take care of it.

[@marktomasko7863]

Nice to see you back!...Everyone has missed you, I think. You have here on KZbin what most people can only hope for. You have people who consider you above all as a premier hiker with a fine morality and a love of what you do. Most people hate what they do, lol...at least for a living. Most hikers and prospective thruhikers take what you say as "gold"...what you buy they buy...what you use they use...in other words you have a massive following that can only get bigger and bigger. The question is can you handle it or will it all become "too much",,,if you know what I mean? At any rate it is nice to see you back. The only other backpacking KZbinr that I have ever subscribed to was RedBeard...and he just, one day.....vanished. I hope that you do not do the same. You put out some of the finest videos that I have ever seen on KZbin in ANY genre. It takes creative genius and talent to do it over and over again......So...how does it feel to be a KZbin SuperStar?!?

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Thanks, but I'm not a "SuperStar". I'm just a regular hiker that likes to share what I create with othesr to hopefully inspire them to do the same. 😉

[@marktomasko7863]

@@DarwinOnthetrail ...and from the comments that I have seen that's exactly what you do!..

[@martinwinther7561]

Love your videos. Another get work done editing. Huge fan of you and your videos. It is great to see you back on track and filming ❤ stay safe 🙂❤

[@shellyfahren1936]

Thanks for sharing Darwin. Another Trail to add to my bucket list!

[@JaredHikes]

This is now permanently on my to-hike list. 🤠 Thanks again for all the amazing content.

[@jeffreyrule8143]

Thanks for having us all along⛰.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Any time! ❤️

[@Nynke_K]

beautiful! so beautiful, I literally paused the video about five times just to take in the view.

[@shaneoakley8757]

Man, we’ve missed you!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

🤙❤️

[@sylviawinstead8799]

Love it!! “Adrenaline is a Dangerous Drug”. Love it!!

[@aaronwright6340]

Utah is very beautiful and if you come to visit please don't trash our state when I was a kid you could hike all day and not see any trash now you can't walk a hundred feet without seeing people's garbage its like they say wow how beautiful is this place the only thing its missing is a few plastic bottles and wrappers

[@jamiepizz]

Great video as usual. Good to see you back. It was a nice surprise to see you pop up in Juice Hikes CT video!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Hey, thanks! 🤙

[@jkgkjgkijk]

Juice is awesome! Fast tracked my pack knowledge watching his vids.

[@lilredheadmlh]

I saw those same three horses (same one had the hackamore on) when I was on trail in mid August except they were right by Red Knob Pass. Pretty cool

[@heltonbrewingcompany7265]

I have been watching your videos lately and just realized you now live in Arizona. I have a great group “Helton Adventure Tribe” that is all about Hiking, Running, Climbing and Mountain Biking. My brewery is always open to you if you want to shoot a video or give any classes. Keep doing what you are doing. Love your stuff!

[@gailwind4168]

Nicely done. Beautiful country. Nice music also.

[@RoadToFreedom29]

Yes mate. Really enjoyed that. That trail is up there on my list for sure.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Glad you enjoyed it 🤙

[@RoadToFreedom29]

Darwin onthetrail 🤙 looking forward to your next one already 👀😜 Also need to get my next one edited of a trip to Scotland in feb this year!

[@JustinWhiting9]

WOW. Rugged, soaring, beautiful mountain trail. Well done lads. 👏 👏 👏

[@tinmanandoliveoylsadventur7129]

We were recently in Colorado and had to drive through Utah. Beautiful country. Maybe someday.

[@jmcmurrah]

Lovely video… Great music. You’re such a good filmmaker.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Thank you very much ❤️

[@steevests]

Awsome story. I really enjoy this new approach.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Thanks!

[@bradbrad247]

Solo hiked the UHT this year on four days. Those rocks were brutal

[@dgeiling1997]

Great video! The Uintas have been on my top 10 list of to-do trips for a while and this video may have bumped them up just a bit. Looks beautiful. Can't wait for your Colorado Trail video series (assuming there will be one?)

[@jamolljamoll2937]

Great video! Great to have you back man...

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

More to come! 👍

[@Nomad_Skateboarding]

Just happy to see you happy, my friend 🙂

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

❤️❤️❤️

[@tomland9929]

Quality video, polishing your craft. I like it.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Thank you very much!

[@mcskimp5607]

Very glad you show us natural systems in the US we never get to see

[@maxwanders]

Thank you for sharing! :) Also, I really appreciate "Outdoor Evolution". Reading everybodies articles and picturing their stories, it's pretty cool. Especially Snuggles' "How to support a thru hiker" article. Thank you for creating a site like that. Take care! ✌

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Glad you enjoy OE! Sooo much more coming soon!

[@evanschlarb499]

...brilliant work, Darwin! always impressive-

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Thanks Brother!

[@TheSaladin777]

yeeeeeew so good to see Darwin again

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

More to come!

[@tomkajah8476]

Great job guys! I certainly wish I could take the time to do something like this!

[@krips22]

Really gorgeous images. Thanks for the video(s).

[@parker8016]

Wow well done man. Really enjoyed watching this. Planning on doing this trail next year.

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

You definitely should! 🤙

[@UGA.D]

WOOHOO! He's back!

[@keithkogane1634]

How was the break ?

[@stevenkatz]

you're back!

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Yes Sir!

[@patrickrutland7138]

Glad to see you darwin stay safe my friend

[@leinnaslone7022]

Thanks for another awesome trip/adventure... so beautiful... was wondering if you could offer any suggestions on a fairly budget friendly trekking pole /non free standing tent, for a beginner wanting to transition from reg free standing tent? Thanks again for your amazing videos, and awesome advice/tips.

[@jamesoutandaboutn.i227]

Looks a brilliant location . really good video well done 👍

[@hike2change574]

Welcome back bro!!! Hope you enjoyed your time off and got to relax some. Well your version of relaxing which is probably pretty busy to everyone else 😂 Loved watching this hike. Gonna add the Uinta Highline to my bucket list. It looks amazing up there.

[@kellycarlen9605]

I liked your music selections in this video!

[@loribreecatie]

Just wow.. beautiful video. I have been looking forward to this⛰🌲

[@Castellanos334]

Welcome back, I feel like it’s been soooo long.

[@tdeen752]

Awesome video, as always! Question...You showed a bit of video setting up and breaking camp. Do you roll up your tent differently if it's wet in the morning? What's your strategy for that? Thanks a million, love your stories. -Dandelion

[@robyngomillion2309]

Love these posts Darwin...thank you

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

My pleasure!

[@robyngomillion2309]

@@DarwinOnthetrail Arizona has been way record high this summer, but we are cooling down finally. Let's enjoy the amazing trails!

[@claytoncoffman5855]

Yess super excited. Been waiting for this one

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Hope you liked it!

[@claytoncoffman5855]

@@DarwinOnthetrail it was great. If I can't get a JMT permit next year I think the UHT is my fall back

[@chrishanssen1980]

I hope you dont see this as condescending but I feel like you need to hear this today. You are doing remarkable things on KZbin and you have built a community of people who respect your opinion. You are doing really good work. Allow yourself to take some pressure off. Enjoy what you enjoy and produce what you want to produce and there will always be a group wanting to listen because of what you have achieved.

[@HikeRx]

Yes! Another Darwin video.

[@livinlarge1247]

"Hopefully it would all pass by the morning." Excellent 🎦 cinamontagrawhateverhowtospell.

[@ricardorivera6359]

Darwin what Kind or what brand is your cámara 📷, and what you think about the canon m50

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

I shoot with the Canon EOS R & a 24mm 2.8 Lens

[@gregmortonoutdoors]

Do you have a Colorado Trail video coming out soon?

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Stay Tuned 😉

[@johnlisonbee]

Part 2 is really showcasing the best parts of this hike. Great job editing part 1 and 2. Was there still a dead horse coming up porcupine pass?

[@majorheadache2263]

I hiked kings peak about a month ago, it was beautiful but much drier than it has been in years past. It would be awesome to meet you on trail some day!