pacific northwest trail [2019] 

Had to stop everything in an instant to watch this.

John, it's been quite a while since your "bell" rang. It's such a pleasure to see your posts again.

I've been watching your videos, many of them multiple times, long before I did the PCT myself (class of 2017).... Even with the deletion of all your video, this is one channel I will never un-subscribe! Inspiring, uplifting, a shear joy to watch! I hope all is well and you are living an amazing life!

Pressing your fingers into the moss is one of the best feelings in the world. Brings back memories of working in South East Alaska.

This hits hard John, well done.

You videos are always filled with a beauty and elegance that no others share. A simple journey shared, a dream felt. Thank You.

So glad to see you uploading again, I was surprised that this 5 min video made me kind of emotional. You have a real gift!

NE! What a beautiful video!❤ 'Black beard' from the CT

I’ve missed you John! Thank you for this

The joy I felt in watching this. Amazing, John

It’s been a long cold winter. But, Spring is here. Thank you sir. Thank you so very much.

This calmed my spirit as the chaos continues to permeate in this world. Blessings Brother.

I miss your old hiking videos so much...

really happy to see a video from you. You were a huge inspiration to me early on in my backpacking journey and I would rewatch videos countless times when missing the trail. Cant express the emotions i felt seeing them back up on your website. Hoping your finding some peace and fulfilment out there brother - wishing you the best

Fantastic content as always. I miss trail life, it continues to inform me even as my life has transformed away from it, and I am always inspired by people who choose to carve an entire lifestyle out of it. Thanks for sharing.

return of the king

Wonderful wonderful! And all the peace you live, it is a gift to the world. It is not the destination that matters, it is the journey.

this is one of the most beautiful videos ive ever seen

Return of the King

Really beautiful stuff. Inspiring, even! Also, it's fun to watch this all these years after Jupiter's three-part comedy series about repeatedly losing track of you (and the trail).

This is perfect in every way.

save the snails

What a wonderful surprise. Thanks

What a nice surprise to pop up during my lunch break. Great video as always John.

I miss your old videos. Thanks for sharing.

Saw Jupiter there a few times!

It’s a good day when you get to watch a new John Z video

This is so beautifully done!!! There is only ONE John Z look...the music, the feel, the color...the footage. Many people have tried to copy it...but there IS ONLY ONE! THANK YOU! 🙏

Beautiful footage and what a lovely surprise too, thanks for sharing John

Thanks for coming back and sharing your gifts. this was just lovely.

Loved the simplicity of this. Thanks for sharing.

the immersion and absolutely stunning video filmed accompanied with that perfect music just made this amazing!

Absolutely beautiful video and music! It’s also nice to see a lot of footage of my home state. Thanks for sharing this with us.

Thank you for sharing this gift of your memory. I did a few days of backpacking in Olympic NP a few years ago and enjoyed the familiarity.

Really beautiful vid. Got excited at the first glimpse of the indistinguishable camo fleece of Jupiter

Great video, John! Always good hiking footage!

I don't even rly hike anymore but yr videos r always such an aesthetic and spiritual and inspirational treat, thank u!!

Thank you so much, John. This is beautiful.

Every video you create is a gift of inspiration for the hiking community. Thank you for being you!

That was a beautiful love video. As the tears are slowly dropping down my eyes, I think this was deeply touching.

I’m so happy to see a video from you again!

Always so happy to see you post. Thanks for sharing John :)

This makes me remember what i loved about thur hiking

Bliss. That image of the dam was so good and such a contrast .

To be on the planet at the same time as John Z is 💯

Beautiful images, wonderful hiking and happy vibes! So nice to see another video from you John! Thanks for sharing your amazing experiences!

I’d like to think the energy people out reflects the state of their being. Having said that.. this is simply magical and a wonderful trip down memory lane. Bee well 🐝

Nice work John! Great to see your work again! Can't wait for the next one! Keep up the great work!

So good to see your creative juices flowing again John. Thanks for sharing with us :)

i really can't remember why i'm subscribed to this channel but great to see you back

This made me happy

JOHN Z IS BACK!

Stunning as always!

Another glorious JZ video. Thanks for sharing!!!!

Can't wait to sit down with my gf and go through your videos. You have so much talent, hope you keep sharing some of your adventures. Take care brother.

Could I ask what you used to film this? It's beautiful. I love the color. Feels almost like new old home videos. :D

love it. Welcome back

Yay!!! You’re back🤗🤗🤗

As always, thanks for sharing John.

Beautiful photography, great to see you posting videos again!

Beautiful work man! That track was *chefs kiss too

Enchanting as ever John.

As someone who has probably watched all of your videos on this channel, ive never not enjoyed one. Thanks for posting

What a nice surprise to pop up on here today. Thanks John. Love this!

Awesome inspiring 👍🏼 video!! Keep'em coming!!

Great video as always, John. Thank you for posting this.

I wish this video could just keep going. So good.

Immaculate vibes. It has been amazing watching your style unfold and to see what potential your art holds.

Very well done video work and it looks like a great experience!

Thanks John I have been missing your fantastic work!

Beautiful. Was great to meet you on this trip. Your music?

lovely was that jupiter?

literally gasped

Beautiful

And that’s how you do that…one of a kind.

I could watch this all day. What camera are you using now?

Thank you

Why are all of your videos deleted? 😭 forgot I was subscribed to you lol. Great to watch this beautiful video :)

Wow! Hopefully one day I can come over and hike the PNT! 😍 Thank you john for the awesome video!

Thanks, John

Visual mountain meditation! Thanks for sharing!

Thanks for sharing John!

thanks John

Amazing as always John, thanks for sharing.

wow really incredible. what camera and lens do you use?

Good to see you back!

May I ask what camera you shoot on? And fantastic stuff - you captured everything perfectly

Smells like summer

What a stunner.

Simply Beautiful

Woah, was not expecting this at all.

What do you film on? Love these shots!

Amazing.

Beautiful work!

Amazing work as always! Dying to know the music used…was this a jz original ?

Stunning

wow! nice work John!

Gorgeous, dude. Awe inspiring work

Thanks John :)

You never disappoint.