Forest Gump Hill - Mexican Hat Utah 

I always thought about coyoty roadrunner cartoons and how the animators must have spent time here.

Nice Firest Gump picture. Lovingvtge share HAVE A GREAT HAPPY DAY TO EVERYONE.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone. I'm thankful for all the gorgeous God-given nature in the US. Gorgeous video Russ.

Run Russ run forest gump classic. Thanks again for another great video.

Hey Russ! 🙋 That's a beautiful area. Nature made her own outdoor museum. You're a fun tour guide. Makes the ride along extra enjoyable. Thanks! ❤️

It's way beyond our comprehension. how long it took for that vast plateau to be worn down to what we're seeing to day. The monuments are all that's left of it. A geological time duration of millions of years.

Thank you again for taking me to a place that I will never have the opportunity to visit. I’m afraid my traveling days are over but I still get to travel with your videos. Thank you….Thank you!!!

The movie National Lampoon’s Vacation, Stagecoach, The Searchers, 2001: A Space Odyssey and Mission Impossible II was filmed in Monument Valley. Just some of the other movies made here. Great Video.. I wonder if The Looney Tunes got the idea back for the Roadrunner and Coyote cartoons from here. Happy Thanksgiving Russ. Have a Great Turkey Dinner.

You know what I like about your channel? Well, besides everything lol...i like that it's about where your going and where your at, not just yourself or fixing stuff or products...you do have some of that a little but not too much. I love everyone I watch that travels, but sometimes some are way too focused on themselves instead of the journey and showing the areas.

Russ .Just shows you how small you are on this planet its vast . Utah is pretty place .traveled the area 2006 👍👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

Great video very beautiful there love the cloud formation travel safe for us and have a Happy Thanksgiving we did we enjoy you so much

👍👍👍👍👍👌👌👌👌👌❤️❤️❤️❤️..... Woow absolutely amazing be safe my friend....

Beautiful scenery. Happy Thanksgiving.

Such a beautiful land,beautifully video. Thanks for Sharing Russ!

One of my favorites areas , two times I have been there and I want to go next year, if you have the time go to the “ The View Hotel “ inside the monument valley it’s amazing, thanks Russ for a very good job and let’s see what happens in Moab , thanks from Puerto Rico

Love the area, been through there twice

The clouds are beautiful. They add another dimension to the views.

Just north of the Mexican Hat rock formation is a turn off to the west for Gooseneck State Park. This small park is an absolute must see. It overlooks the switchbacks of the San Juan River as it proceeds to Lake Powell after flowing through the small town of Mexican Hat. You will not be disappointed. The geographic features are stunning. It's only a few miles off Hwy 163 and is paved the entire way. The state of Utah has a minimal vehicle fee to enter this park. It's a small price for what you'll experience.

Russ, Happy Thanksgiving on the road my friend...Your Videos are outstanding, and I miss home because of you and your travels...I'll be back as they say...

Very cool Russ 😎

Sometime around 2003, I was camping on Mulie Point. I know it's hard to believe, but you can find it on the internet. I saw the Aurora Borialis. It was crazy. No describing it.

Think i saw that rock on a recent nasa video🤫!

Great journey Russ, I'm surprised there isn't a town called Mars, Utah with all the red colors. Safe Travels

Another great surprise on a beautiful Thanksgiving morning. Thank you Russ. You are a Rock Star Bro.

Pretty country around those parts. Here in Minnesota, our hills mainly consist of parking lot speed bumps.

HAVE DRIVEN IT SEVERAL TIMES BUT IT IS NICE TO SEE IT AS A PASSENGER. I CAN WATCH THE SCENERY INSTEAD OF THE TOURISTS

The cloud cover, really made it ❤

Aloha! Happy Thanksgiving Russ and everyone. Mahalo for sharing the videos. God bless, safe travel and much luv🤙

Running on Empty.

hey Russ hope you had a Thanksgiving. Another neat video and Mt valley is indeed something to see thanks again for sharing. just got the latest to cool for school RVerTV sticker for on my SUV. Nice addition to my collection. Take care until the next time.

Years ago I just entered Zion and Bryce and ran into sleet and hail. Not good when on 2 wheels. Ended up on the Mexican border to warm up. Never got back until now. Sure looks too cool for school. 👍👍🏍🏍🏍🦃🙋‍♂️

Thanks Russ for the ride along. Again another place Ive heard about but never been . Happy Thanksgiving and be safe. As you say see you soon.

I was there just two weeks ago. Have a picture of my 66 Cadillac at the Forest Gump spot.

Spectacular scenery! Great video Russ!

Happy thanksgiving buddy nice vlog vary blessed thank you God for Jesus Christ grace grace grace amen 🙏 thanks BigAl California

Personally, I think those clouds are spectacular. Thanks for taking us along.

Next time at Monument Valley take the loop drive. A must see.😁

A few years ago we were in Monument Valley after a huge snowstorm. It was just incredible! I think there was a law, years ago, that if you were making a Western movie, you had to film at least some scenes in Monument Valley! If cowboys were driving a herd of cattle from Abilene to Kansas City, they'd go through Monument Valley!

Bringing back some great memories of my recent road trip thro here Russ... if you or any of your viewers are intrested in a BRITISH take on a road trip thro these parts i vlogged it on my you tube channel.... cheers

Why not showing Monument Valley?

Actually the sky was giving super effect... first time i watch your video... you are good ... would love to be there now...bless you ...canada here

Cool area. I like Bluff, Utah, Mexican Hat, Utah and Sand Island petroglyphs.

Thanks Russ! On my bucket, but my health is fading fast. Very grateful you shared this one, as with so many more of your thoughtful presentations. Happy New Year

What a beautiful drive. Liked seeing Forest Gump Hill. Just saw the square in Savannah from the movie a month ago. That Mexican Hat is really neat, balanced perfectly. Thanks for taking us along. 🙂👍

Been there done that. The beginning of Covid. Beautiful area. Thank you Russ!

No end to enjoying going for a ride with you, across the wonderful terrain of the mid US. Thanks for all your efforts Russ.

It's on my bucket list.Beautiful area, thanks Russ.

Interesting land scape since I have never seen it. Now I can't believe you stayed at KOA. So, I seen where people need to stop. This was starting close to east side of Grand Canyon. It's not that far few hours drive. Even close to where you say you're going be do able in day easy enough.

My Brother lives in Moab. We drove through Mexican Hat on the way to the Grand Canyon.

Just off the road is Goosenecks State Park. Great place to camp on the edge of the cliff.

Wow! What a cool part of this earth. Thank you so much for all you do to show it to us. 😊

Take care! Watching Mail Call in between rv er tv just to get me on track

We missed out on the mittens? I can't believe you drove right by

Years ago we camped at the Navajo park in Monument Valley. It rained overnight and after sunrise we had to load our Harleys in the rain. It was like riding on oil. The road down into the Monuments are amazing. The rainy morning had the clouds so low the Mittens looked like ships looming out of the sea.

I thought for sure you would put the drone in "follow" mode to catch you jogging up Gump Hill. 😊

YAY!!!

Since this was about Forrest Gump Hill here's you a Forrest Gump joke: When Forest Gump died, he stood in front of St. Peter at the Pearly Gates. St. Peter said, "Welcome, Forest. We've heard a lot about you." He continued, "Unfortunately, it's getting pretty crowded up here and we find that we now have to give people an entrance examination before we let them in." "Okay," said Forest. "I hope it's not too hard. I've already been through a test. My momma used to say, 'Life is like a final exam. It's hard.' " "Yes, Forest, I know. But this test is only three questions. Here they are." 1) Which two days of the week begin with the letter 'T'?" 2) How many seconds are in a year? 3) What is God's first name? "Well, sir," said Forest, "The first one is easy. Which two days of the week begin with the letter 'T'? Today and Tomorrow." St. Peter looked surprised and said, "Well, that wasn't the answer I was looking for, but you have a point. I give you credit for that answer." "The next question," said Forest, "How many seconds are in a year? Twelve." "Twelve?" said St. Peter, surprised and confused. "Yes, sir. January 2nd, February 2nd, March 2nd …" St. Peter interrupted him. "I see what you mean. I'll have to give you credit for that one, too." "And the last question," said Forest, "What is God's first name? It's Andy." "Andy?" said St. Peter, in shock. "How did you come up with 'Andy'?" "I learned it in church. We used to sing about it." Forest broke into song, "Andy walks with me, Andy talks with me, Andy tells me I am His own." St. Peter opened the gate to heaven and said, "Run, Forest, Run!"

We spent a week in a yurt near Mexican Hat in 2011. Drove up the Mokey Dugway. What a trip. Thanks for the memories.

Valley of the Gods is nice to check out too.

Happy Thanksgiving Russ!

오늘도 좋은 영상 감사합니다. 2019년도 방문했던 기억이 납니다. 또 다시 한번 더 가보고 싶네요. Thank you for the great video today. I remember visiting in 2019. I would like to visit again.

Monument Valley, is famous for being beautiful in UTAH, and I remember the film Forest Gum, Tom Hank once ran along this road, while shooting the film Forest Gum. Even though it looks barren, it has its own beauty, like large stone carvings. thank you for sharing and gave information about this valey

Was there at the end of October. I stayed a night at goosenecks state park right outside of Mexican hat. Also drove the Moky Dugway. It was a great trip.

Stopped there last fall. It was a highly anticipated site to take photo when.........I got there about 8 am. About 200 feet down the hill and group of 10 or 12 foreign tourists had gathered with tripods set up in the road, ruining any possible photo opp's. I waited about 30 min and they didn't leave. I finally walked down the hill and explained no one else could get a photo, and they started shouting at me. Not a pleasant situation, was quite disappointed.

The clouds are beautiful

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We were there just last week. 😃👍🏻

Next time I visit I will do this drive. I've been to Monument Valley but not Mexican Hat or the Gump hill Your videos are inspiring.

Ohhh, yeah. ☀️ Thank you much!

Thanks for the vicarious experience of Forrest Gump hill!!!

Im from MV. Next time go camp at Moki Dugway Point. Turn towards Goose Neck and drive up the Mesa. Free camping and with beautiful views.

Russ is always my personal window on the West. Thank u very much for your work. Your italian friend…

Great video Russ! My favourite element of your videos are the aerial segments and your unique chuckle LOL! Great job!

Monument Valley is on my bucket list. Thanks Russ for taking me (Russell D.) along....

Great video. Really enjoy your channel. Loved Forrest Gump hill 1994 was a great year for movies Forrest Gump Pulp fiction Shawshank redemption 😊👍

Wow! Mexican Hat Rock was so cool Russ! Thank you so much for this video! Happy New Year 2024!!❤️😀🚙🌄

Hi Russ, my FAVORITE place in the world. We actually went to Mexican Hat in 1988. From Los Angeles, Ca

Truly spectacular! A Great video. Happy thanksgiving

Gotta love how they featured an altered version of Forest Gump Hill in Monument Valley with CGI giant balancing rock formations ontop of the real spires of Monument Valley, and then CGI destroying Monument Valley complete with swaying and seasawing balancing rocks for the film San Andreas during the great earthquake scenes!!!!

Russ, Loved the shots of my favorite road. Mexican Hat is great. The meandering river at Goosenecks State Park is wondrous. Safe travels my friend.

Burping up Turkey feathers now while getting pounding by heavy rain. Nice scenery over there!

North of Mexican Hat you pass the Valley of the God's before you get to Bluff. And past to the east is Hovenweep National Monument. All must sees.

My favorite spot other worldly the Monument Valley great shot for Forrest Gump.☮️🌵I stayed at that old funky motel at Mexican 👒 🙂

beautiful, beautiful!!! wonder about the landscape behind the hat? in the pictures you are recording

Driven that road from Moab to MV Twice. What a great drive. Watch for deer near Monticello UT. I almost hit a herd at night twice. You shood drive Mugy dugway ( Not sure of the spelling) from Natural Bridges to Mexican Hat It is incredible too. Make sure to go from NB to Mexican hat though.

Back in 2008/09 Me and my wife roadtripped from California through there on the way to Moab and Mesa Verde national park. Our southwest roadtrip😁

Love your video! We were there last year, for the second time. Everyone should see Utah at least once, but they’ll most likely return. God knocked it out of the park with Utah! All praise and glory to Him!

Nice video, but I'm wondering why you skipped Blanding and Monticello on your way to Moab?

My wife and I camped in Mexican Hat on some BLM land last year. We enjoyed it so much we stayed an extra day. We still talk about going back and doing it again. Stopped at the Hat Rock Inn to see the semi-famous Johnny Hallyday room.

Spectacular scenery thru that area Russ. 🇦🇺🇦🇺

Hey Russ!!! "UTAH" "BEAUTIFUL " "ROCK FORMATIONS"!!!

I got it, answer you're camping and why don't you show where you're camping at 2 that be nice to see you too but I like your videos but I like see where you're camping and what you're doing all that everything possible thank you have a good day

Well, Thanks a lot!! Another Bucket List item. Absolutely beautiful country. I have been watching your videos for awhile. I think this one is my favorite. Just incredible scenery. I checked it out.

Close to Mexican hat Rock headed north on 163 there's a road you can turn left and it goes over to a real tall Cliff face and a road zig zags up that Cliff face to the top or if you come from lake Powell Direction you can come down the cliff face it is one hell of a view up there and a little bit of a white knuckle slow roll coming down the cliff face. LOL road is plenty wide though for two cars Plus extra you're just so far up it gets to you.

Not the exact right area. About another 100 feet towards Mexican Hat and you'd have been in the exact spot.

Wife and I spent a few days in area late August. Turn outs for Gump View were packed and there were many people laying down in the road taking pictures

Wow that is way cool Russ thanks for the tour don’t know that I’d make it over that way but sure nice to see it you do such fine job videoing hats off to you… Lol no pun intended… Talk soon

Monument Valley.

Thanks for including more map screen shots. Enjoy the journey

In 2013, I took this exact photo that you show @ 6:45 in your video : Utah Route 163 looking south towards Monument Valley. I didn't know it was Forest Gump's "last mile" ... lol ! You can access the Navajo Tribal Park (it used to cost 5.00 US$ to enter) and tour the site alone or with the help of a local Navajo guide if you wish (at an additional cost). In 1981, I toured the site alone and got stuck in soft sand with my truck. I was lucky to carry iron "Traction Aids" and a shovel with me and I was able to get out of trouble all alone. Route 191 takes you to "Canyon de Chelly" where you can admire "Spider Woman" tower, a marvelous sight. Extraordinary part of the World to discover and explore. Cheers. RICHARD