Hiking Longs Peak 14er in Colorado 

I am 75 years old with a lung transplant. I hiked Longs Peak when I was 30. Hard to believe 45 years have gone by!

My first watch and like of you channel. I'm 71 live in Loveland for 20 years looking at Longs Peak from the bottom up. Just had open hert surgery and a pacemaker installed. If I get to where I can hike and breath again I would like to try longs peak and look at home from the top down. This was a good sample of whats ahead. A neighbor thinks I'm crazy and told me people die on this hike every year. I'd rather crash and burn doing something I love instead of slowly rotting away one peace at a time.

THANKS CRAIG for letting us re-hike this trip--My wife and I did it last in September 1971, 51 years ago this fall.

After watching your video I decided to give you a few helpful ideas since you are new to the Rockies. You might consider using better shoes. Boots with steel shanks will better protect your ankles and feet. The hard granite rocks on Longs have made many hikers in tennis shoes wish they stayed home. I have had to assist people with serious ankle injuries on three separate Longs hikes. All had tennis shoes on. Your cavalier remarks about the ease of this climb help no one. Many have died on this peak . It should be taken very seriously as should all of the fourteeners. I wish you happy climbing in the Rockies.

This is my favorite video of Longs that I've seen, and I've seen many. I grew up in the shadow of it and it's always beckoned/haunted me. You just seem so at peace during the climb, which gives me confidence to possibly try it this upcoming summer of 2024. Thank you so much for sharing! 🙏

This is amazing work. But what people may not realize is the extremely hard work of filming it all. Camera setup. Filming a movie. Then you go back to pick up your camera and clean myself up again. And then edit it all together. I myself have recently started making videos about nature, so I really understand how hard it is. A beautifully made video shows that you really love what you do, you inspired me alot.Greetings from India 😊❤️🌼

Did this hike back in 1974. I made it to the keyhole rest house, but took a look at the remainder and said no way. After seeing your footage I think I made the right choice for the time. Thanks for the video.

Whoa, we just hiked this yesterday! Did it in one go, started at 3:30 am and summited by 9. One of the best hikes of my life!

Kraig- this is singlehandedly the best and most beautiful video of Long's. I watch most of your videos and you are so talented. Having said that, I wouldn't minimize the effort required to safely complete the Keyhole Route, even though it is "only" Class 3. It is a long day, anyway you shake it and it will beat up a lot of hikers. You are fit and experienced. There are far too many people on this mountain that are not and shouldn't be attempting it. Rockfall in the Trough is also particularly dangerous during summer months, with lines of people kicking rock down. Helmets are always a great option. Again, it was a magnificent video and I hate to be preachy. But, people die up there and it most of the accidents are highly preventable.

I started a youtube channel just by watching your videos Kraig ❤️. I know its an uphill for a new channel like me but I'll be consistent and make sure to improve myself with every video I make. Thanks you Kraig ❤️.

Shot at 5:39 is money - also if you want more big trip backpacking style - Colorado Trail has endless options, especially down in the San Juan's. Can be linked on their own or to create much bigger loops.

1 minute into the video and I pressed the like button and I'm not even a hiker, I just loved the beautiful scenery.

Welcome to Colorado brother… moved to Denver 2 years ago and wouldn’t want to live anywhere else

Hahahaha. The bong and weed in your “move to Colorado starter pack” picture 😂👏🏻

In the 70’s Chasm Lake was frozen over the entire summer. Such a beautiful location. The Diamond face of Longs at roughly 2500’ vertical feet and is absolutely magnificent.

Another great hiked. Really like that you chose a hike close to you. Instead of having to fly far away.

One of the few videos that i don’t watch in 2x. You are my inspiration for Hiking, Thanks.

Loved this video. Perfect blend of sights, info, and commentary. A little bit of everything.

I make long-format hiking touring videos of big peaks of Colorado like this. I respect the effort you put into something like this. 🙏

The crunch of your steps as you walk by , water in background, so soothing,.. crunch of soap grains … do appreciated!

Im probably gonna do it next year when I’m 13 and it’s gonna be great

The effort required to share these treks with us, and the experience that Craig has in filming and editing, is amazing. So grateful and proud to be a subscriber.

Kraig - I recommend "Ice Lake" outside of Silverton. Of all the Colorado trails I've hiked that one seems to have the most lush vegetation and wildlife. Also, the state stocks the upper lake (Fuller lake) with brown trout so you can do a little fishing when you reach the top. I think the uppermost peak is around 12.5k feet high. The last time I went I lugged 15lbs of wetsuit gear and free dived Fuller Lake. Sometimes I wonder if Im the only human to ever do that 🤔. There's mostly just old, rusty miner equipment at the bottom but it was still a lot of fun. There were edible puffball mushrooms growing all around the lake so I had trout and sautéed puffball for lunch...It was great😃.

So happy you're in Colorado now! Please do all the videos they're so helpful.

The amount and quality of self reflection and inward thinking you are afforded during your “silent” adventures must be glorious. You get to connect with God and nature while picking your shots quietly and even probably brainstorming video ideas/career ventures. Enjoy your life my friend, and keep the fantastic videos coming.

THANK GOD! this made me feel so much better about summitting Longs Peak, Thanks man, I can't wait!

Thanks for making this video. This is the way Long's Peak is meant to be experienced. Its a great experience and this captured it all.

Best video of this hike I’ve ever seen. Awesome video.

As someone who is from Longmont, this is really cool to see! Cheers.

I love the music selection in this one. A huge part of why I loved your older videos (tmb, picos de europa, etc) was because the music (at least the first track) had a distinct melody with it rather than just being a pure ambient track.

There is a "Trail Tax" to be paid at Chasm Lake and Boulder Field. Those marmots were waiting for payment. I was glad to see that snow field at Jim's Grove. We used to slide down that on trash bags. Thank you for the journey back!

I love the view from the boulder field campground.

Great trip, Kraig. Loved the views of the lake which were breathtaking. 😱👍🏻

Yeah!!! Looking forward to Pike's Peak! Have fun in Europe. Super excited for you.

Great video man will follow. This hike did look easy, you made it look easy but congrats on the summit and the perfect weather conditions. My friend and I had to turn around at the Narrows, almost ten years ago, they're not a great place to be in 40-50 mph winds...but, you didn't have that! So, I'm happy for you. Might give her another try. Thank you

Wow that aerial is crispy and beautiful! Giving Longs the treatment it deserves!

The intro gave me shivers and transported me right into the beautiful scenery ❤️ After a stressful week I felt totally calm after watching this amazing film Thank you 🙏🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Ps England is beautiful you know and the Lake District area is very beautiful especially! Come & visit one day 🙌🙌❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Nice! I climbed Longs in the winter of 94 - epic trip. Love that place. Well done.

Hell yeah man i didn't know you moved to Colorado! Welcome brother! I was born and raised here but after moving away for a few years i knew i had to make my way back! I grew up hiking and camping all over the Rocky Mountains and i can tell you its one of the best places in the world to live if you're passionate about those things! Much love brother! Keep up the great content!

Best video on Longs peak I've seen so far: clear, sufficiently detailed description -- that's al I need preparing myself for this hike! Thanks! Excellent job!

I'd rather see all your 14 mile hikes in Colorado in long format on RU-vid. I'm not a tiktok fan. Thanks for the beautiful content. The silent films are so refreshing. I get so tired of the diarrhea about the mouth youtubers out there. Thanks for sparing us the 20+ mins of filler words and bullshit.

You had pretty perfect weather! Those sections that "seemed easier than you had heard" can get pretty sketchy quickly in a storm. Been up Longs 8 times now, first time was over 14 hours round trip. Quickest time was 4:18 round trip. Pikes is still my favorite of the 14ers, (Barr trail from Manitou Springs to summit) it's just such a great trail!

Always good for my soul. Thanks brother.

Kraig! Missed you by a couple days! I also slept at the boulder field. Quite the fun hike

the majestic Chasm Lake! Lived in Estes for a while I loved exploring the Rockies!

Love this video! So glad the music is back too...Just another great video!

So stunning. What an amazing hike!

Always been waiting for your stunning video blogs. Thank you!🙏

I've been there a few times when I lived in Boulder A very beautiful area.

Welcome to Denver, I've lived here 8 years and just finished my first 14er a couple weeks ago. Loved the video, but Long's is on my "next few years, maybe" list. Enjoy your upcoming trip!

Very cool! Love this video a lot. Always happy to see something new from you!

Amazing and stunning sceneries

Love this mountain. Nice video Kraig

Very beautiful landscape!!! 🐬🐬

Why does this feel like a throwback Kraig Adams vid? Loved it! Thanks

Such incredible scenery! 😍😍

Couldn’t think of a better way to start my week. Cheers, Kraig!

Hey Kraig always love to watch your video, whether its hiking or the wedding film school. your skin always glowing like a diamond keep shining lots of love from Indian....

I was just on this peak yesterday! Glad to see you enjoyed it!

Stunning cinematography! Such solitude!

Honestly the idea of a group hike out here would be awesome! Following on the instagram now and I’ll keep an eye out for that, would be epic!

Your videos are just absolutely mesmerizing and I can't even explain how much I appreciate them

Great Film. Excited to see your European trips.

100% agree that most 14ers don't need their own video, but there are certainly some that deserve it. Crestone Peak/Needle, Capitol, and Chicago basin to name a few. If you enjoyed the scrambling on Longs you should come up to the Flatirons, there are so many fun routes.

Thank you for the beautiful scenery

You easily have the most beautiful nature (drone) shots...

Fall in love with the place, very quiet, calm, good weather. Thank you for the magnificent video. Really like it🤠

I love your vids, and this is among my favorite. Great editing!

I have hiked many years ago. Unforgettable and breathtaking… literally!

Nice video man, thanks for sharing. Excited for Iceland 🇮🇸

our old kraig adams is back. seems like a difficult hike to me. waiting for your europe hiking videos

Great informative vid! I loved the bonus info in the 2nd half! Cheers 🙏

Beautiful shots as always. Love the idea of a local hike meetup. Will keep an eye on that

This was an awesome hike! Thank you for the instructions!

Congratulations on the move. Living in Colorado is truly amazing. Awesome hike!

Check out the Four Pass Loop near Aspen in the Maroon Bells Snowmass Wilderness. Absolutely stunning. 28 miles, 8,500 feet elevation gain, 3 or 4 days backpacking or 1 very full day of trail running.

Excellent video thank you for sharing.

Beautiful places and nice information 👌

We used to hike Longs for cross country in high school and it's so much fun to see one of your videos in a spot I know so well. The weather looked incredible for you too!

Great video. The trail looks challenging in some places. Thanks for carrying camera back and forth to get these shots for us. 🎥🏞️

Hey Man I’m so stoked you guys are settling in to CO well // Keep wandering my friend

Did this with friends a few years back and really enjoyed it.

Wonderful intro incredibly beautiful scenery and trail. Top-notch production as always. Great hike and video Kraig. Just enjoying my cold beer to it right now ;) And congratulations on the summit ascent, one video for every summit would be nice!

Excellent video! Just found your channel and subscribed. I absolutely love RMNP and Estes Park, and will be there in 6 weeks. I can't wait to see you videos from Switzerland. My family heritage is Swiss. Be safe out there and be blessed!

Awesome! just went to RMNP a couple of days ago for vacation. Longs peak was awesome!!!

This guy does some great cinematography

Just moved to Golden and love the idea of group hikes as you mentioned. Awesome video!

Amazing video (as usual). Stay safe out there!

Got my siblings to summit this past weekend. Welcome to Colorado! Maybe I’ll see you out there, maybe fly fishing on the Gunnison.

dude! i work at a camp in estes park and my program van with the flame decal on it is in the background at the parking lot, we must’ve been there at the same time. brings back good memories of me and my campers!!!

As usual great video love your videos 👌👌

So I just gotta ask: 1) What were you eating out of the Jetboil? 2) Where did you find the water stream up in the Boulder Field? Thanks! I’ve done Longs x3 now but always day hike, never an overnight ( seems more relaxing)

I loved the landscapes on this trail/hike. Thank you for filming this beautiful trial/hike. 🙏 Watching from countryside India.😊

I'm set on doing Longs in August! I'm just hoping I get awesome weather like you experienced. And thank you for easing my anxiety over the "scary" sections. Every trail review that I read makes those scrambles seem really intense.

Great summit & some very interesting stuff coming up~ It's a good time to be an avid fan of Kraig's hiking endeavours. o/

Awesome. Looking forward to seeing pikas in your other videos.

Love the vid as usual! Excited to see you here in CO and what you decide to hike. You should check out the San Juan National Forest range, some amazing hikes out that way! Also if your going to glacier we gotta touch base! My wife and I used to be tour guides there for a couple of seasons, would love to send a few recommendations your way. Hoping for good weather while you’re in Iceland! We just got back yesterday and it was incredible.

Love the video! I'm gonna be heading to RMNP/the Denver area in October and im trying to figure out which hikes to do. Not sure im brave enough for Longs Peak but im looking forward to more of your local videos between now and then so I can figure out where to go. Maybe I'll see ya out there 👋

your content just makes go outside and explore, maybe one day i'll be travelling and hiking

Oregon has been my favourite place on earth. There are many places like Oregon, but nothing beats the people, hikers, great souls you get to meet while hiking, exploring, or just camping for weeks. Absolutely lovely and soothing video to watch after a long day of stressful work. Thank you and happy exploring.