🎥We obtained a commercial filming permit from the NPS to film this video. And all drone footage was shot legally outside of the National Park. ☕ Want to support our adventures? Check out our A+K merch and eBooks! adventuresofaplusk.com/shop/ 📅 This video was filmed in late May 2024 🥾See ALL of our gear here: adventuresofaplusk.com/gear/ ✨ Keep California beautiful and PLEASE follow Leave No Trace principles: lnt.org/why/7-principles/
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
@MerlesTravels We're loving California! Go Oilers! What a series. She says thanks! We love our mugs, they might not be tile floor safe though!
@jrbixlerАй бұрын
Thanks for letting me tag along. Beautiful!!
@tammy5785Ай бұрын
Beautiful! I love California (been camping everywhere of note in my state) and I live in Mount Shasta. Will you be visiting here?! You two are the best!♥
@russellzaunerАй бұрын
how long did the filming permit take to process in real life? most people have been complaining but it's rare they're getting permits, so that was nice to see that it wasn't a show stopper to get it.
@sonny1172Ай бұрын
Oh my gosh you guys! I am soooo happy you are filming in the National Parks again! ❤
@kristenm1516Ай бұрын
Congrats on achieving 200k subscribers! So happy for your success! You are absolutely the best travel channel out there!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you so much! ❤️
@ElsaDewittАй бұрын
Came here to say the same thing after noticing the 200K...well done.
@crprovostАй бұрын
Thanks for going the extra mile to get the permit so we can enjoy your adventure.
@ginkodragon14 күн бұрын
Thank you for this video. My husband and I and our son used to go to Sequioa and Kings Canyon every year. Now our son is grown and married, and my husband had a stroke a couple of years ago, but this brings back lots of memories. One year, when my husband was fishing in that river in Kings Canyon, he lost a silver pipe that I gave him one Christmas. Did you know that at one time, Disney wanted to make Kings Canyon into a ski resort. I'm so glad that the plan failed because that place is too beautiful to get commercialized!😊
@frankvermeulen3279Ай бұрын
Sunday late afternoon/early evening? Check. Dinner served? Check. New adventures of A+K? Double check! A great start of the sunday evening. Thanks for another great episode!! Keep living your dreams!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Wahoo! Enjoy!
@noniemcdАй бұрын
I love watching your videos. We have been traveling the United States since we retired. We used to do the long hikes, but we can still enjoy them by watching yours. I keep seeing your videos and thinking, “We were there!” or “We did that!” I really would like to pick up a few more places that you’ve gone that we haven’t. Thank you for taking the time (and money) to do the work so you could film in the national parks. I don’t agree with them forcing that and we’ve seen a lot less pictures of NPs because people can’t or won’t do that. I certainly appreciate it.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you so much! We’re glad we’re able to share our adventures. The permit process is definitely a hassle and we’ll be happy when (if) they get rid of it, but we’re thankful we get to film at all Thank you and thanks for watching!
@missyk167Ай бұрын
I have visited many of the national parks that you go to but you always find new parts for me to go back and explore! Love watching your videos!
@niiiiinasandАй бұрын
I remember going there when I was 10 with my dad, and as kid you just don't fully embrace what you are seeing. So beautiful.. Thank you for you videos! I love how this one took me back to that trip :)
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
We’re glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching!
@jenniferschnieder631617 күн бұрын
Spectacular episode!
@suzanneaydelotte801Ай бұрын
Those trees are HUGE and AMAZING! That waterfall was beautiful! Nature never ceases to surprise me! ❤️
@RyanAnthony92Ай бұрын
I feel like I always learn so much about the places you guys take us! You do a wonderful job of highlighting what makes each area unique. Keep up the amazing work!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Glad you enjoy them and learn something! Thanks for watching!
@mbrooks5555Ай бұрын
Brought back great memories from when I visited both parks back in October 2019! Learning about the importance fire plays for the trees impressed me, too. There was a controlled burn happening when I visited, too. And after I climbed Moro Rock, I found it quite funny that I passed by a Toyota Sequoia (ha!!!) in the parking lot covered in National Park stickers. I said to myself, "I wanna hang with THAT family!!!" Thanks again for sharing!!!! And congrats on wrapping-up the 9 CA NPs (I've just got Channel Islands left on my CA list now)!!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
haha that is pretty funny! Woohoo just one more to go for you! They are all so epic!
@danellunderwood7772Ай бұрын
I enjoy visiting national parks in their shoulder seasons before they're so crowded. True, there might be some things you can't do because roads aren't open yet but having trails and views to yourself is pretty awesome. And like you said, you get to do some things you might not otherwise.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Yeah there are definitely big perks to visiting in the shoulder season!
@CelesteNewcomb-gh2icАй бұрын
I grew up in Porterville CA. My family would camp in Sequoia National Park. Love your photos of the Parks. Thank you for all the your videos. ❤️
@coastskyadventures27522 күн бұрын
Two places on my bucket list to visit.
@frankisawyer4878Ай бұрын
I would've died if that rock just all of a sudden went sliding right down the mountain when he pushed it! 😂😂😂 Absolutely love your videos! ❤
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
I know! Us too! It’s always funny but if it really happened! 😱☠️
@laprock26 күн бұрын
I think it’s important to note that both sequoia and kings canyon national parks are very vast, it will take you at least 2.5 hours to drive from the entrance of sequoia to the very end of the road at kings canyon. Also, it’s a very windy road with some gut-wrenching turns, so prepare for that! A camper van is a must! 🌳 I did most of it in one day and quickly regretted it, this was due to all of the park-and-camping spots being closed due to COVID-19. It's better to take your time and take it all in.
@AdventuresofAplusK26 күн бұрын
Indeed! Good tips
@happycowabungaАй бұрын
Great video! We lived in Visalia for 17 years and were privileged that Sequoia NP was pretty much our backyard. Keep up the great videos, you guys are the best!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching!
@davesoucier5531Ай бұрын
Congrats on 200k! Hopefully you’ll be looking at 500k in the rear view mirror soon! You guys do an outstanding job of bringing us with you on your adventures and are easily one of the best travel channels on KZfaq.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you so much!
@anniedonnelly7416Ай бұрын
Loving that y'all are taking time. The video is amazing!
@Ban-4-famАй бұрын
We live in CA and camp at Sequoia/Kings every summer! I love that you finally came. We most often camp at Hume Lake which surprisingly often has last minute summer availability even if we have to watch for a cancelation. You would have seen the campground walking around the lake. We’re plotting out our next Sierra Nevada trip now. We sometimes go to Bass Lake and do Yosemite as well which is farther coming from So Cal. I’m glad you showed the river levels of Kings River in recent years it has been at record setting levels, higher than what I see it is this year. You’re coming around peak flow season too. I’m glad to see you were able to go as far as Grizzly Falls. Last year we changed things up and camped at Grant Grove Village Area. As for Price is Right…not sure if you’ll read this but you can watch it and it’s filmed in CA. Tickets are free and anyone watching has a change to be selected to be a contestant. You get something like a mini interview walking through the line. I think they just want to get an idea of everyone’s personality to base who they select on. I went once long ago. A friend of mine has actually been selected and won the whole showcase at the end too. Her huge tv and living room furniture is from winning which is funny to think. Go to on-camera-audiences.com for tickets!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Yep we saw the campground! The whole area was very nice! After our time in the parks we camped at Crystal Springs Campground for a few nights. Price is Right would be a ton of fun to do one day!
@dawnhannon6302Ай бұрын
Another great video! Thanks for sharing 😍 Beautiful!
@adventuresofMomDadGirlWhiteDogАй бұрын
Great video! I love how you explored totally different areas than we did when we visited Sequoia National Park, with the exception of General Sherman. I don’t think you can go to Sequoia and not see the worlds biggest tree!🤩 I also love how you found a great little trail to take Kona. Thanks for taking us on your adventures! ☺️
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
You definitely have to see General Sherman! Thanks and thanks for watching!
@michaelbecnel63Ай бұрын
Wow such a beautiful place with so much to see and do...Happy Trails 🐕
@TylerandKariАй бұрын
Love those two parks. We grew up near Yosemite and just went back as well to re-visit. So many great parks in CA. Also, great detailed video. Enjoyed it.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Awesome! Thanks and thanks for watching!
@marieb4Ай бұрын
Omg I freaked out when Adam tried to push the rock, I seriously thought it would move. I'm so stupid. 😂
@ratgirl13Ай бұрын
Best comment…😂-made me chuckle. Thanks.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
haha I'm very flattered by some of the commenters that thought I could move a rock that weighs hundreds of thousands of pounds! 💪😂
@bridgetO2O2Ай бұрын
I was road tripping when you dropped this video and I waited until I got home so I could watch it on my tv. But I just noticed the 200k!!! Congratulations 🎉. You guys are the most down to earth wonderful travel guides out there and I appreciate all you do!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Woohoo! We were pretty excited! Hope you had a great road trip! Thank you!
@JohnandCaraRetiredTravellersАй бұрын
You visit the most beautiful places and your filming and production is ALWAYS outstanding!!! Thanks for all your hard work and bringing us along!~Cara ❤
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you very much!
@michaelpitonak3396Ай бұрын
Love this video. Love all your videos. At the beginning of the video, Kathryn mentioned that the two national parks are being managed as a single entity. There is another two park system on the North American Continent managed as a single entity, but A & K have only been to one of the parks I believe. Before reading on, can you guess which are the two parks? Hint! One is in Montana. NOW GUESS... The Montana one is easy...Glacier National Park. It's sister park is Waterton National Park in Canada. Together, they are managed as a single park system by two different countries. Combined they are referred as the International Peace Park.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Yes! We wanted to visit Waterton Lakes when we visited Glacier a few years ago (very cool concept!), but the border (among other spots) was still closed for Covid then. We'll definitely check it out next time. Thanks and thanks for watching!
@lisatalley296Ай бұрын
We always enjoy your adventures. This one was great as these mountains were my happy place growing up. My dad brought every visitor we had up to see the big trees! My aunt has a cabin at Hume and we have spent many weeks up there summer. We even renewed our vows for our 35th up there. You were lucky to be there early. They have a very large camp that fills up most weeks through the summer.very noisy. Enjoy Yosemite, that is another of my favorites. We moved to the PNW 45 years ago, but still visit my 92 year old mom every year. In fact she is at Hume now for the summer. Have fun, enjoy life!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
That’s awesome! We had a wonderful time! Thanks and thanks for watching!
@MrfiX725Ай бұрын
"No whammies." LOFL!!! Sequoia and Kings are my second/third fave National Parks. Camping on Kings River right next to the water is GLORIOUS.
@user-oh2hs6jh5xАй бұрын
Long time viewer and just want to say how much I appreciate your videos. I've been to 38 NP's myself, but you get off the beaten track more than we generally did, so I get to see stuff that we missed. I looked at your checklist and I've only been to 2 that you haven't been to, Great Basin and Virgin Islands. Thanks again, Steve.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! We’ll be visiting Great Basin later this year! Thanks Steve
@veramatsАй бұрын
I won’t plan a trip without watching your videos first! Best travel KZfaq channel!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
We’re glad we could help! Thank you and thanks for watching!
@catospankyАй бұрын
We visited back in '96, and my son's family revisited this year. Thatks for reviving old memories.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
It's a wonderful park! We're glad you enjoyed it!
@queyshayАй бұрын
We JUST were there in May! We did Congress, Tokopah, Moro Rock… etc so it was so nice to relive it again in this vid
@jazziered142Ай бұрын
Congratulations on 200,000! I considered you guys the best KZfaq channel for van life travel. I went to Jedidiah Smith Redwood Forest last year and I just loved it so much.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching! ❤
@mach318Ай бұрын
Amazing ❤ thanks for sharing video ❤
@ThePierce5144Ай бұрын
I was going ask about filming in the parks, but your statement of beginning answered it. Great one!
@crosscountrylife4253Ай бұрын
So cool thanks for sharing. I’ve been to 4 national parks in California i didn’t know there was 9. Yosemite. Redwoods.Death Valley and Joshua tree and it’s so crazy how they are so different.
@VINTERIUM..EXPLORIUM.111 күн бұрын
Nice Work & Video 👍
@donnabaker5787Ай бұрын
Amazing video. Thank you for sharing!
@maiaoheАй бұрын
Thanks for getting the permit so folks can view these beautiful national parks. Great filming as a Ways.
@bextra1968Ай бұрын
Purple mountains majesty ❤
@Beachwalker2014Ай бұрын
Thanks for a wonderful video of these magnificent parks - I lived below on the valley floor in Visalia for 40 years and these were in our backyards ❤
@jamesslate6664Ай бұрын
For such a big tree, Sequoias have a very compact root system, which individually isn't enough to support such a tall tree. However, in the forest, the roots of several trees intertwine in a way that they effectively support each other. That's a beautiful analogy when applied to human relationships.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Very interesting! We did learn that their root system is surprisingly not as big as you'd think. Didn't know that about them joining together. Love the analogy!
@jpadicecoffee9812Ай бұрын
Thanks for making this video. I've been wanting to go back to these 2 Parks after only driving past through last year.. Those sunsets and bird chirping, over van-made coffee.
@ATI_Reiki_Healing_Sounds17 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing your adventures! Love the videos - educational and fun! Subscribed!
@AdventuresofAplusK14 күн бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching!
@AnthonyMarioniАй бұрын
Congrats on 200k subs! Yes!! I love sequoia and Yosemite. Didn’t know about those caves though! Gotta go back to check em out! Excited for next vid!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thanks Anthony!
@tomnewton-v3iАй бұрын
I ran into you guys a couple of weeks ago near upper cathedral lake. I recognized you both immediately but didn’t let on and only said hi. Happy trails
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Oh very cool! Stop and chat next time!
@mindiwilhelm4322Ай бұрын
Loved the sunrise clip at King's Canyon.
@pvdogs2Ай бұрын
Congrats on 200K subs!!!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you! ❤️
@lucymartyn8205Ай бұрын
Beautiful video , you never disappoint, very informative, bucket list places to visit, thank you!👍🇨🇦❤️
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you! ❤️
@swhite393Ай бұрын
Perfect timing! We are planning a September trip to the CA National Parks. After watching this we are swapping a few around to make sure we include both! Love your videos, they were a great help the last time we took a long trip to the AZ/UT National Parks. Keep up the great work!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching!
@xxemlaАй бұрын
When I did the big 5 in Utah and also when I visited Palo Duro y'all came out with videos of those places at the time. I just got home from visiting Yosemite and Sequoia and I see y'all upload this video! maybe one day our paths will cross, congrats on the 200k!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
That's awesome! We hope so! Thank you and thanks for watching!
@mcnaterАй бұрын
200k 🎉🎉🎉 Congrats! Loved the vid. Both parks look so fun.
@susandougherty1076Ай бұрын
Love your videos. As new retired van travelers, love to get your travel ideas. Keep them coming!
@barbarashirland9078Ай бұрын
Amazing cinematography!
@chrism1164Ай бұрын
GREAT video!! Amazing photography - sunset/moonrise etc. Bless you on your way. ❤
@Alexa4GraceАй бұрын
I'd love to also see where you guys camp on your trips.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
The camp spot for this trip was just a parking lot. Nothing exciting to show. We do show where we camp occasionally
@kathrynh778Ай бұрын
I remember visiting Sequoia for 1 day briefly on a family vacation to the Yosemite area as a teenager, but I didn't realize how much there is to do in both Sequoia and Kings Canyon!! Definitely taking notes for the next time I'm able to travel there :)
@OverlandCitrusАй бұрын
WoW guys what your eyes have seen is amazing for sure trees so Big hope some day to see that, but if not I get to see so much through your videos Thanks for making them stay safe
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thanks and thanks for watching!
@산림치유Ай бұрын
캐니언 국립공원의 장관을 볼 수 있네요..멋진 영상 감사합니다.
@Aztec73Ай бұрын
I have been there, It is a beautiful wonderous place.😊
@danielcargill8019Ай бұрын
Awesome trees, The loblolly pines are the tallest tree in Texas. It can grow to 130 ft. Also, the oaks are widest and biggest. In Massachusetts, our White can grow up to 170 + ft. Crazy.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Very cool!
@zach4668Ай бұрын
Another great watch! Super cool national parks! A great escape from the humidity of Fresno. 😂
@em4steam896Ай бұрын
We was in Northern California this May and Redwood National Park was amazing! We definitely want to go to Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Park! Another great video!
@peterkunka2694Ай бұрын
We spent a week in April at Yosemite and Sequoia NP's. A little early... Moro Rock and Tunnel Log were closed off due to snow, but we got to see General Sherman and General Grant. We stayed at the KOA campground in Visalia while at Sequoia NP (very nice campground!) and at the Yosemite RV Resort while at Yosemite NP (also a very nice campground). Both were good locations to see each park. Oh, my order of Bowl & Kettle came in early (I chose the crawfish and chicken options) and will be trying them soon. Oh, and another big OH!, congrats on 200K! Well deserved and will be here with you for many more. Cheers! Pete in Arizona - KI7LIL
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Even though everything might be open it's a treat to be able to visit those parks! There's always something wonderful to see! Awesome! We hope you enjoy the meals as much as we do! Thank you so much!
@HefmierАй бұрын
I was just in both Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, just a week ago. I was able to get to Roads End with my girlfriend. We did Roaring Creek Falls and Zumwalt Meadow. We also did the Boyden Cavern tour on the way out of the canyon. In Sequoia National Park we did Little Baldy Trail in contrast to Big Baldy. I did Moro Rock, but we skipped Tokopah Falls on this trip. We still had a great time, and I enjoyed watching this video. It brought back great memories!! Greetings from Washington state!! :)
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
That's awesome! Thanks for the update on the road. Some other commenters were asking if it was open yet and we hadn't looked. Next visit we'll hopefully get into the backcountry and the end of the road!
@ElaineDavis-dh9qkАй бұрын
We love these parks!!!!! Thanks for giving us the itch to go back again 😂😂😂
@barbiec4312Ай бұрын
Have been planning on going to King’s Canyon, so will combine the two parks. Thank you!
@debbieholman906Ай бұрын
Amazing filming. So impressed
@AnandSingh-mt1xqАй бұрын
Congratulations on 200K Milestone. Totally deserving and a long way to go !!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you! ❤️
@natlovell122Ай бұрын
Awesome video! I live in Fresno so I am an hour from both Yosemite’s southern entrance and about an hour from Kings Canyon. I’ve been to both many many many times in my almost 40 years. It’s too bad you couldn’t get all the way down to roads end in Kings Canyon. Jumping off Muir Rock in late summer into the emerald green Kings River is one of my fave things to do in all of the Sierra. The hike to Mist Falls out of Roads End is absolutely magnificent as well. Please do visit the back country of SEKI sometime, it’s top notch.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
We will definitely be back! Thanks for watching!
@debrabalawajder2617Ай бұрын
Another enjoyable video!! Thank you!!! 🙌🙌🙌🙌
@kflorence2219Ай бұрын
As always, we loved your video!
@TheArtisticGardener777Ай бұрын
Clicked on immediately when I saw Sequoias! ❤
@johnnunya4776Ай бұрын
Another bucket list National Park. Thanks for the information.
@angelam5941Ай бұрын
I was just there last week! It was awesome I did Yosemite as well
@sandrafinney9925Ай бұрын
Congratulations on 200K🎉❤😊 Yall are definitely my favorite ❤
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you! ❤
@MocktailPleaseАй бұрын
Ok going next week! Hope most of the park including general sherman stays open
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Have a great time!
@E.A.N116Ай бұрын
Been to Hume lake and kings canyon twice. It's amazing!
@mitzioden4926Ай бұрын
Congrats on the 200k! This is a great video - thanks for the efforts to produce it.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you very much!
@Steve-Duh-RinoАй бұрын
Great video, y’all! The sequoias looked awesome!
@danellunderwood7772Ай бұрын
Oh and way to go on the trout!!
@wendysmith6981Ай бұрын
What a stunning and well produced video. The scenery just breathtaking and so well captured. Take care and travel safe. Subscriber from Cape Town, South Africa.
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you so much! We can't wait to visit South Africa one day! Thanks for watching!
@mindiwilhelm4322Ай бұрын
Yay Adam! Tres trout!
@DyanK614Ай бұрын
Absolutely gorgeous video!
@mellissabgarden1549Ай бұрын
Congratulations on 200k 🎉
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you!
@GregoryPrimmАй бұрын
Another wonderful video guys thank you so much!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Thank you!
@RvrGrl80Ай бұрын
Another great video! Love this part of California.
@jerrymaes9471Ай бұрын
Perfect timing….we are going in August!😊 we are including John Muir and Yosemite
@MegaRetrАй бұрын
Thanks for going the extra mile)))
@sheafan1971Ай бұрын
Love seeing the Old and Huge Trees. I watched many videos on the Angel Oak in SC
@user-oh2hs6jh5xАй бұрын
A pretty cool tree in itself. I was there in 2014 and was impressed by the spread of the limbs.
@calledtojourneyАй бұрын
Love all those great drone shots! It seems like you used more this time than usual.
@alrichardson7027Ай бұрын
Hello Adventurers, this was really EPIC!!! WOW...Kings Canyon & Seqouia National Parks was Absolutely AWESOME...and your about to travel to Yosemite National Park! Are you too climbing Half Dome?? This is going to be out of this world. I cant wait to see this!!! WOW!!!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Sequoia and Kings Canyon were so epic! Yosemite was too! Were finishing up that edit this week! It would be fun to climb Half Dome, but we didn't try for the permit and they wouldn't have let us film it anyway 😏 Thanks, Al!
@katkg7129Ай бұрын
Great video, as always. We were there is 2019 (pre-van). We are looking forward to going back in our van.
@andrewlee1066Ай бұрын
I had been plotting a similar California swing and taking a week off work to do these. Thanks. So much for all the ideas and content to help me get ideas to look forward to at some point soonish!!!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Awesome! Glad we could help!
@Stevejeev2Ай бұрын
We are planning a visit in September! Thank you for the info & congratulations on 200,000 subscribers!!!
@AdventuresofAplusKАй бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@Kian2931Ай бұрын
Loved it! Visited the area for the first time last year and loved Seqouia so much. Also did Panoramic Point but it was so foggy when I had went up