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Is THIS the BEST alpine lake in California? (Backpacking to Big Pine Lakes)

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We’re back in the Eastern Sierra and to kick off a fun few weeks here we backpacked Big Pine Lakes, which is considered by some to be home to the most beautiful alpine lake in the state!
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Hi y’all! We’re Adam, Kathryn, and Kona, an adventurous married couple (+ pup!) living on the road in our self-converted sprinter van! You can often find us driving all around the US and Canada, scoping out the best coffee shops, eating tacos and ice cream (we're a 5+ taco and 2+ scoop household), and enjoying nature.
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@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

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@natlovell122 Месяц назад

Your channel is such a breath of fresh air. The energy you both bring to the videos is amazing. Love the little history lessons along the way. Hope you enjoyed your trip to my beautiful home state of California. A place with almost too much beauty.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Glad you enjoy it! Thank you so much and thanks for watching!

@RachaelMartin 29 дней назад

Oh, my goodness, those views are incredible!! 😍

@HeymohanUS Месяц назад

Stunning! Can’t wait to get there before the summer is over!! ❤

@DyanK614 Месяц назад

What a gorgeous place! I loved how Kona refused to go into the frigid lake- one smart pup!!

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

haha she's a funny girl

@hollyhikesandeats Месяц назад

I haven't even started this video but I clicked so fast and I'm so excited to watch!! We had to cancel our trip to Canada last fall due to weather so we pivoted to California. WOW I never knew the Sierra's could be this beautiful! We didn't have ta permit for big pines, but we did do a day hike and hit all 9 lakes back there! Long 20 mile day but soooo worth it. Love watching your videos, you give me such inspiration/motivation for outdoor adventure :)

@805centralcoastcalifornia4 Месяц назад

Some of my best childhood memories are of the Eastern Sierras and Sheepherders Bread. I still dream of trout fishing at Rock Creek Lake and taking my first deer at 16 years old and my grandfather taking his deer moments later from the same group of deer. Love the Vlogs thanks for helping bring back the great memories 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🤓👍🏽🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@user-dc9xg4qe3f Месяц назад

Love your positivity! Fires happen regularly in the summer and it is smoky here today because of a fire in the Sawtooth Range near Redfish Lake. You are familiar with the gorgeous Sawtooths! The positive side of fires is that they clear out beetle kill and make way for rebirth of new seedlings and undergrowth. Another positive is that the community has gathered together to support the Redfish employees that can't work at the moment. Be loving and positive and good things will happen!

@jenniferwalker7276 Месяц назад

My husband and I love watching your videos! Love your honesty and we love seeing all your videos and adventures! Thank you for all your hard work, we appreciate you both. I’m binge watching your videos today ❤

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Thank you and thanks for watching! ❤️

@FreedomToRoam86 Месяц назад

Heartbreakingly pretty when watching from boring work… but reminds me why I want to drive all the way out there again!

@NoOverhead Месяц назад

Absolutely STUNNING scenery!!!!

@jenniferschnieder6316 Месяц назад

Gorgeous! A & K we love your channel. You show & give such interesting information about the places you visit and share with us. Thank you!

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Thank you and thanks for watching!

@ManivanAdventures 9 дней назад

I must have just missed you guys! I was there from June 16th-17th. I have been there twice now and both times I had that same site! Easily one of my favorites! Highly recommend going up to the Palisade Glacier next time! Great video as usual! 🤙🏼

@yardboy3955 Месяц назад

Wow, what a great trip you both had, I’ll have make it to that lake one day, the area is beautiful, I enjoyed your video and the information you gave, I’m gonna watch your video again, the humor and dancing at the end was hilarious. Thank you.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Thanks and thanks for watching!

@kdboyle7673 Месяц назад

So enjoy your videos and grateful you are filming and sharing with us. Most of the places you hike I will never see in person, and I love your enthusiasm for the planning and trips, and your respect for your surroundings and one another. Hike on!!!

@michaels8342 Месяц назад

Thanks for bringing this you guys…epic scenery..good work as usual!

@stanw909 Месяц назад

Thank you so much for changing your mind and bringing us along on your travels, especially the hiking and backpacking that some of us can no longer do.❤

@johnnygreene5447 27 дней назад

All we have to say is, Wow! 🎉❤

@mitchellbarnow1709 Месяц назад

The High Sierra is so beautiful!

@michaelbecnel63 Месяц назад

That might be the most beautiful place I've ever seen in the U.S. It looked so fresh, clean and peaceful. Camp site was perfect.....Happy Trails 🐕

@josemariaanguiano9236 Месяц назад

Muchachos! My wife and love to watch your adventures. Hi, from San Antonio Texas!

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Hola! We love SA! Thanks for watching!

@laurenstone3182 18 дней назад

This video was great!! Now it’s on our list!

@chadrobb1044 Месяц назад

I know this has nothing to do with this adventure, but I wanted to share our adventure last week. We were scheduled for a vacation in the Canadian Rockies. First, our flight on Delta was canceled because of the CloudStrike Computer hack. We found a new flight from the USA to Edmonton. We drove to Jasper to stay at the Mount Robson Inn and found out the wild fire burned our hotel and much of Jasper National Park to the ground. We decided to drive to Calgary and stay a day before leaving for Banff National Park. The park was filled with smoke and rain for most of the time we were there. We did get one good day to see Lake Louise and Canmore. Of course our flight back to the USA had to make an emergency landing in Minneapolis (we were schedule to go to Chicago). We missed our flight home and had to sleep in the airport before we could fly out of Chicago Tuesday Morning. I think I will live my Adventures through your videos for now on. 😬

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Wow! What an experience! Hopefully the next trip goes much smoother!

@davepalmerton2429 Месяц назад

I can see why that would be a tough night's sleep, but what a view. We can always count on you guys sharing a great hike with us, thanks again.

@larrygreen8298 Месяц назад

What a beautiful area! I did backpack once out of Tawalpe meadows in Yosemite national Park, Cathedral Lakes is where I backpack.

@squidnoid8 Месяц назад

Excellent videography. Very nice use of the golden hours, both dusk & dawn. 11:39

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!

@HarleyRunner Месяц назад

As a local , next you should try Hidden lake. And Thunder and lightning.. thank you for the footage.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

We'll add it to the list. Thanks and thanks for watching!

@petem6846 Месяц назад

Another great video guys! @15:00, "We don't need a reason for tacos!" Love it!!

@cmichaelhaugh8517 Месяц назад

Beautiful country again!

@jimnieswaag1662 Месяц назад

Epic views, great cinematography to capture these majestic mountain landscapes... Thanks for taking us along!

@deborahs.6667 Месяц назад

Love Big Pine Lakes!! Depending on how much or little snow falls in a season the lakes can either be a brilliant blue or a more muted green. No matter what, it’s just gorgeous surrounded by beautiful mountains. Thanks for sharing. Enjoy our beautiful state!

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

That's what we read! Very special spot. Thanks for watching!

@OverlandCitrus Месяц назад

Great video as always did not know CA had all that wow thanks for sharing

@yunl204 Месяц назад

I was expecting this when you said you were going to spend the next couple of months in the Sierra. It is my favorite place on earth and it is just so beautiful.

@BM-cj7hr Месяц назад

Awesome video. Love your content. As you guys were hiking into that section on that day, I was hiking up to summit Mt Whitney the same day.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Very cool! We hope to get back to do Whitney one day!

@suzanneaydelotte801 Месяц назад

Wow, this video was so beautiful! That wind was crazy…glad you all didn’t blow away!

@crosscountrylife4253 5 дней назад

I love the bloopers ..

@just_joc Месяц назад

Love this! Such breathtaking scenery. It's on my bucket list! Thanks for sharing.

@alrichardson7027 Месяц назад

WOW! This is so EPIC. AWESOME! Look at all these MOUNTAINS!

@AdventureOutThere Месяц назад

Oh!! We LOVE Big Pine!! We had the best couple of nights there a few years ago. 😍

@mrwasatch Месяц назад

Excellent! I was hoping a video of this hike would come up in your Sierra travels this summer - great job as always capturing the beauty of the area - we love Bishop and the Eastern Sierra, such an under-rated and fun place... can't wait to see what other adventures you have planned.

@jpadicecoffee9812 Месяц назад

Today, I had the weekend off from road trip so I managed to watch this video. This mountain hike and lake scenery is spectacular. I wonder what the night sky looks like... And off course, the coffee shop trip +++.

@myjourneysinfaith Месяц назад

What an awesome overnight hike and backpacking trip. You guys are awesome

@MarlonAndGabriela Месяц назад

And if you ever consider this hike again, do make it up to Sam Mack Meadow. It’s gorgeous up there with a wonderful view of lakes 1-3.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Good to know! Thanks!

@vinnyandrocky Месяц назад

I have trouble finding good hiking video like this lately. Great job! Keep it coming.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

@janetvelazquez9563 Месяц назад

So refreshing today!!! Trying to stay off the controversial areas and so thankful you all posted this!

@JenniferLangille Месяц назад

You channel, and the three of you, bring me so much joy! Thank you for sharing your adventures!

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Thank you and thanks for watching! ❤

@donaldperry4982 Месяц назад

Thanks for sharing your adventures. Your videos are awesome! Happy trails!

@VL-gs2wr Месяц назад

That was stunning! Glad you all got to do that.

@bethsands7665 Месяц назад

Gorgeous scenery back in California. Awesome that you love your van. Hold on Kona ! Lovely wild adventure ! YUM tacos !

@JimBobele Месяц назад

Soooooo nice, the views from your front porch in the evening @10:20 Just wow. Can't wait to be there in 3 weeks and hike from Mammoth to Tuolumne...

@PamelaParra-cw9jn Месяц назад

200,000+ subscribers…. I remember when way less than 100,000! Good for you guys! Love love your content!

@lesliebrown1517 Месяц назад

Those are definitely gorgeous lakes. You snagged a great campsite.

@sts24 Месяц назад

Really cool you got to go here, one of my all time favorite hikes! Love the eastern sierra

@danellunderwood7772 Месяц назад

I started listening to The Comfort Crisis after you suggested it in a previous video. I'm nearly done and have enjoyed it so thanks for the recommendation!

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

That’s awesome! We really enjoyed the book!

@brentmassingale2161 Месяц назад

Another grand adventure! Thanks for sharing! Love you guys!

@cappie8345 Месяц назад

That area on 395 is so unbelievable. We have been a few times, from Boston. Will go again.

@blessed8703 Месяц назад

It’s so beautiful there. Thanks for sharing this video

@sheafan1971 Месяц назад

Had to catch up since I was traveling too.

@shadowchaser59 Месяц назад

Your campsite has the most amazing views sorry it was windy but the scenery was breathtaking

@danielle70592012 Месяц назад

Epic campsite, and The Comfort Crisis is such a great book!

@steelheadranger Месяц назад

Great video log. The Palisades are one of the most impressive ranges in the Sierra Nevada and a climbers paradise. I prefer the view of Temple Crag from Third Lake and its access to Contact Pass for climbing Mount Gayley. High winds in the afternoon and even at night are common in the alpine zone. I bring ear plugs.

@mitchellbarnow1709 Месяц назад

Schat’s Bakery is one of my most favorite places to stop whenever I’m in the Owens Valley!

@peterb2346 Месяц назад

Hmmm, we've been to Bishop but did not know about this epic trek! (BTW: When we were ur age...35 years ago, ha!)....we spent 6 months Backpacking all over the South Pacific, New Zealand and SE Asia. NEVER regretted it! Of course, THAT was just the start of our adventurers~~~ Carry-on~~~pete & Wendy

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

We hope to get to New Zealand one day! We loved Vietnam, Thailand, and Singapore and can’t wait to go back! Thanks and thanks for watching!

@peterb2346 Месяц назад

@@AdventuresofAplusK NZ is a fave~~(not such much Aussie for us:) These days we "hide" in Montana (Summer) and Florida (Winter). Blessings~~~

@TheGlamorousLifeofNae Месяц назад

It’s beautiful out there!! 💖 It looks like you all were in a painting! ☺️

@chrism1164 Месяц назад

What a nBEAUTIFUL video! Love your AMAZING photography! Bless you guys. ❤

@glendalandry7831 Месяц назад

Wow. So beautiful. Thank you for your great videos.

@mbrooks5555 Месяц назад

Seriously, that was an EPIC campsite!!!!

@the_clueless_traveller Месяц назад

‘That was in tents’ - I see what you did there 😉

@MarlonAndGabriela Месяц назад

If the Park Fire was not raging, I would totally suggest getting up to Lassen Volcanic NP! Have you two been there yet? Big Pine Lakes is great. We hiked this trail a couple years back. Gets overlooked because of Yosemite and the other national parks nearby.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Hey! We went a couple years ago, but there was still a lot of snow so we couldn’t do all the best things!

@MarlonAndGabriela Месяц назад

@@AdventuresofAplusK it’s such an underrated park. Have all the fun on your future adventures!

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

It really is! Thanks, y’all! Safe travels!

@andreloshon3344 Месяц назад

bin up there,and yes!! truly beautiful.

@rayyoung7780 Месяц назад

This is not a comparison because I have not backpacked where you were but where I have backpacked my favorite place is the area just west of Lake Tahoe. The trail leaves from the west end of fallen leaf lake and ascends to the aloha lakes area but my favorite part of the trail is the area between lake aloha and Mt Tallack ( It is the mountain that often has the cross shaped snow drift in it’s eastern slope that you can see from the eastern side of Lake Tahoe looking west). There are two alpine lakes in the area..Lake Heather and Susie Lake that are small but beautiful. If you get a chance you might want to check them out some time. Spring or Fall might be best as they are crowded in summer but don’t go too early or too late because the snow melts late and arrives early some years. Loved this video. Love backpacking the Sierras.

@JamesJacobson-ov4ps Месяц назад

I’ve climbed the celestial arete, moon goddess, sun ribbon, v notch, U notch, pulomonium peak, and about everything else there is to climb in the area

@user-mv3vu7bu6p Месяц назад

So relaxing love your journeys tyvm

@dianezimmerman1950 Месяц назад

Great video

@mcnater Месяц назад

Dang that’s gorgeous!!! Have to love that type 2 fun right? Especially if it means tacos in the end. 🌮

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Definitely Type 2! But so worth it! Especially for good tacos!

@mattvogel612 Месяц назад

Another greta video! Really cool packs. Care to share what brand and model they are?

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Hey Matt! You can find all of our gear here: adventuresofaplusk.com/gear/ Thanks for watching!

@AdventuresoftheLandNorth Месяц назад

At least you two don’t have any fun. Great video.

@ronkirby1362 Месяц назад

Great job on the video!What beautiful country. I haven’t commented on your videos in a long time.Would love to be camping, but unable due to upcoming surgery this week. Just wanted to let you know that i still pray for you.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

We hope the surgery goes well. Get well soon! Thanks!

@janicestubblefield7760 Месяц назад

I loved your mosquito dance😊❤😂

@carolinenunez3455 Месяц назад

Long distance hikers have a saying: embrace the suck! I love your channel!

@yollihikes Месяц назад

I love that place, we go every year😍

@mountainmanwannabe9495 Месяц назад

Now that's what I'm talking about for scenery! BTW Adam, how was the fishing?

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

The fishing has been awesome out in California! I haven't caught any wall hangers, but it's been a lot of fun!

@drivelikejoewho Месяц назад

The 20 lakes basin at saddlebag lake which is at the top of the Tioga pass at the eastern entrance to Yosemite is the absolute best of the eastern sierra. I've been up and down all of the 395 and can say that with confidence. Give it a shot if you don't believe me. :) 9 miles total.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

We believe there are tons of beautiful spots in the Sierra and everyone has their favorite! You really can't go wrong in the Sierra!

@neilrosalina1998 Месяц назад

Great video. Thank you so much. I've gone to Mammoth since I was a child in the 70's and we always pass Big Pine on the way but have never stopped and hiked. We need to try it. We always stopped at Schat's in Bishop. Yummy. I was wondering what green shoes are you wearing? You went swimming in them and then hiking. Are they water proof? Thank you.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

I was wearing Altra Lone Peak 8s. They are definitely not water proof. They are very lightweight and dry very fast. Love them! You can find all of our gear here: adventuresofaplusk.com/gear/ Thanks and thanks for watching!

@greatfountainpublishing3388 Месяц назад

Once again I noticed you blowing up your air mattress and I thought I would suggest again you look into the Flextailgear Tiny Pump. I weights 2.8oz and I have been using one for years. I have no financial interest in the company. Also, it's great for starting a camp fire. I really enjoy your videos.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Thanks for the tip! It takes less than a minute to blow up the mattresses so I don’t think carrying extra weight out there for that would be worth it. But thanks for the recommendation and thanks for watching!

@greatfountainpublishing3388 Месяц назад

@@AdventuresofAplusK Understood, I have a Big Agnes Pad and it takes a lot of air to blow up but so comfortable and compact.

@user-cn6de7xe2o Месяц назад

Oh wow- I live in Calif. and have never heard of these lakes. Gorgeous!! Looks like we can get to the lower ones on a day hike? My overnight backpacking days are behind me ;)

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Getting to the Second Lake is definitely doable in a long day hike Thanks for watching!

@bobwallis1757 Месяц назад

Stunning!!

@wendysuperfan1014 Месяц назад

thanks A+K

@chanthataing7042 Месяц назад

Lakes 6 and 7 are a pain to get to going through the marshy areas. I found them underwhelming and not worth the effort to get to so you guys didn't miss out. 😆

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Good to know! Thanks!

@richardbeee Месяц назад

Beautiful.

@nomaderic Месяц назад

What do you guys rank that on best places you camped? It has to be near the top, that was absolutely stunning.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

It's definitely near the top! Have another one that will rival this one coming soon!

@barbiec4312 Месяц назад

Fantastic! ❤ Can you recommend some great California hikes for senior hikers? Maybe 6-8 miles max?

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

AllTrails is a great to we like to use to find hikes! It will show you miles and elevation. We also have lots of guides for California on our website 😀

@garyscharf9232 Месяц назад

I appreciate your love for tacos, and your embracing of the hardships in life. "Count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing." James 1:2-4 It's been so true in my life, that the greatest of trials also have taught me the most important things.

@nealhathaway2004 Месяц назад

you guys are so awesome.

@BopjoWebDesign Месяц назад

Glorious!

@markvanderstelt8999 Месяц назад

Great Amazing Lakes Indeed but the Best ? the Sierra has a Ton of Amazing Lakes To Hike to they are all over the place.

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

That is true! We didn't say it was the best, we just asked the question 😀

@marieb4 Месяц назад

I know most people prefer golden hour but I choose morning light every time. Its magic. ✨

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

The lack of crowds is what makes it the best!

@mellissabgarden1549 Месяц назад

Love Katheryn dance 😊

@kebeaux6546 Месяц назад

Hey Adam .... I saw you with fly rod out in that lake. Most of the times I fished in colder weather/water trout aren't very active. How did it go for you? I hope you enjoyed that time to relax. I am hoping to make my way to the Sierras in early October. Fantastic scenery. Best to you both!

@AdventuresofAplusK Месяц назад

Hey I had a 100% success rate out there! 2 casts…2 little guys. Sight casting. Had to stop because Kona was not a fan. She gets bored very easily haha I’ve had a lot of success out here in California! Learned a lot too

@kebeaux6546 Месяц назад

@@AdventuresofAplusK So glad you’re succeeding. I’ve been fishing a long time, and I still learn. Okay. I’m ready to shave my eyebrows. 😳

@kebeaux6546 Месяц назад

@@AdventuresofAplusK I am teasing you guys about the trout. You keep enjoying your travels. I love those views. And you two make the videos worth every minute.

@kebeaux6546 Месяц назад

@@AdventuresofAplusK You’re a sharp guy Adam. I knew you’d pick it up pretty quickly.

@kebeaux6546 Месяц назад

@@AdventuresofAplusK Went to Stephens Gap Cave this weekend here in Alabama. Just a tiny bit cooler weather. Still keeping a shaved noggin just in case 😊