California is literally the best state, politics aside. You can go from snow to beach in one quick drive. Too bad politics and politicians can ruin a great thing.

It's hard to believe we're closing in on a century since these films were made. Westerns left a mark on me. Growing up in GA, I always dreamed of going out west. I was thrilled when the Air Force sent me to out West. I never left. The shot of Gary on his horse, with the hill in the background. Goose bumps moment! If those hills could talk and tell of us of all that have passed there, be it native Americans to the early days of film... Great job on this one!

Thank you, Jeff for taking us to these classic locations.

How does a 22 year old Jeff wind up atop a hill in the middle of nowhere? We’re you interested in historical sights/artifacts even as a young man? Well I am always impressed with how easy you make these videos look. I so appreciate and enjoy the amount of effort you put into each one of these. Thank You!

I'm 80 now, and when I look back at 62, I was still young enough to climb steep slopes. Fascinating! My mom and dad loved "High Noon."

Loved it, everything I like! Native American history, movie history, railroad history, old town history, old cemeteries! You never cease to impress me! If I ever could find such as those grinding stones, I'd be awestruck! Just to know the people before us, walked those same steps! AWESOME! Thanks once again!

Always a pleasure to watch what you have in store for us every Sunday morning. Thank you Jeff.

I love the history and old pictures. I tried to make acorn bread once. It's a long process. You have to boil the acorns repeatedly to get rid of the tannins, which makes them bitter. Then, when their completely dry, you grind them. I had a range, oven, and coffee grinder. You can appreciate how hard it was without electricity. Another great video!

As always Jeff …super work! Love it how you blend the past and present with pictures and film clips. The comparisons makes it so neat. Thanks again for an enjoyable trip.

Always a pleasure to see Sierra #3 that the State of California owns and has preserved and operating at Railtown 1897 in Jamestown. The state was to shut down the attraction, but a letter-writing campaign performed by school-aged children caused Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to relent and breathe new life into that state park. William Frazier Cooper was also a Mexican War veteran as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army 16th Infantry, and Cooperstown was on the south end of his Rock River Ranch and a half mile from Cooper's ranch house. His homestead of 160 acres was his home base for the grazing of cattle and hogs over 2000 acres. He had previously come to California to mine and worked his way down to Sonora before settling in the Tuolumne County area of his ranch in 1858 that is now Stanislaus County. He lived in Buena Vista, the high-priced 'suburban' area, across the Stanislaus River from Knight's Ferry. Buena Vista, also, no longer exists. Cooper's saddest period of his life came after a serious fall that caused a severe concussion. The incident caused him to shoot and stab his wife, Levinia, to death 27 Nov 1867. He was committed to the Stockton Insane Asylum the following month, but paroled a year later. He continued to ranch on his property for another 35 years. One of my 2nd great-grandfather's neighbors..... Thanks for continuing to bringing new 'old life' to this area that is rich in history!

Rural Calif. is beautiful. Your videos are great fun. Thanks very much.

When I was a teenager (70's) I used to drive out of Oakdale onto Warnerville road just to be away and out of the hustle and bustle of the towns. I didn't know about all the Movie's shot around those areas Jeff.. so thanks for sharing that "History Gold' with us.

I’m the same age as you, and I remember driving from Fremont where I grew up, through Niles Canyon, through the valley and up to Pinecrest or Kennedy Meadows, when I was a kid. My parents would tell me all kinds of stories and folklore of the valley and Sierra as we would travel through. It’s fantastic to relive those stories through your weekly features! Thanks.

What a great video and piece of CA you found. I have seen the movies you talked about on the western channel. You are the only one doing CA history. We really enjoyed this. Thanks, Jeff.

Gary Cooper now filming in Cooperstown. How ironic is that?😊 As always....I enjoyed. Thanks for sharing.

Spent a lot of time out in that area with my dad. He worked for the road department and he spent a lot of time in that area of the county. I wonder what the view looked like from those grind holes in the early 1800s. Back then it was probably a vast oak forest but given the two creeks on either side of the road the native village was probably right there and from that point the women could watch over the village. Back in the 90s my family went metal detecting at the old windmill/tree a little down the road from those graves. Found tons of sheep sheers and other tool remains. Seemed to be a old barn in the location along with the foundation of a house. At the house site we found a thimble and sad iron.

Remember I drove many times out in these area's as a teen learning to drive. And now I know the rest of the story. Thx Jeff🎉😊

That is beautiful country, you can see why they wanted to shoot movies there! Thank you for letting us tag along on this trip down memory lane Jeff!

I lived nearby that location on a cattle ranch, we drove cattle right past the tracks at the water tower. I love your episodes about this area. You never disappoint!

Jeff, I enjoy your videos about lost Hollywood filming locations. Nice to see rural California and know that not all the state is concrete, glass and asphalt.

I thoroughly enjoyed this video! It's hard to imagine that it has been over 80 to 100 years ago that Hollywood and these movie stars were in that location filming movies. The scenery is absolutely beautiful, especially from the ledge where the Native Americans ground their acorns! Thanks, Jeff, for this very informative episode.

Love watching the history location of classic movies where it was film! 🤠

thanks for the video I know his personal life was the pits but Errol was so drop dead gorgeous

I was a waiter on the "Sierra Supper Chief" dinner train on the Sierra RR which ran from Jamestown to Oakdale and back in the '70's. It was the only place in America where you could get a white tablecloth dinner behind a steam engine (we used #28 most of the time). There was always a water stop at Warnerville. Can't tell you how many times I said to the passengers: "If you look out to the left side of the train, you'll see where Gary Cooper filmed 'High Noon'." As usual, you are bringing back some great memories. Thank you, Jeff!

Another great video. I live in NY and to see beautiful California is such a treat. Thanks for taking me there.❤️

I absolutely loved this. There's something about abandoned sites.Thanks for the audio- visuals, pics, and research, Jeff. 👏🏻👏🏻🌞

We are blessed to have you show us what once was and how some things have changed and like this one, still beautiful and pristine.

There's something about this area that gives off good vibes. The views are remarkable.

That area is so beautiful. Thanks for all the research you do to bring history to life .

Another outstanding history lesson. No one presents such excellent videos, history and commentaries. I really appreciate all the work you put into your work. And you are spot on about the view, breath taking.

Another great history lesson! Thanks Jeff.

Some of my favorite episodes old movie locations. Randolph Scott is one of my favorites, he's grave is in Henderson North Carolina so no episode of that one lol. Audie Murphy is another favorite of mine from the old days and he's in Arlington being the mist decorated army vet. Thanks for sharing 👍

You mentioned John Ritter, what a funny man. I just finished watching the series Three’s a Crowd, hadn’t seen it since it first came out. That’s all my dad ever watched, western tv shows and western movies. I miss you dad.😢 Thanks Jeff, great video. ❤Jodie 🇦🇺

Nobody does it better than Jeff. Thanks for your hard work!!

Jeff.... thank you for taking us on a new adventure. Your videos are so well researched. Special expresso coffee and HISTORY HUNTERS on Sundays together is a must.

Great way to start my Sunday as always. Thank you

Fascinating video as usual Jeff. I love how you cover every bit of discernible history in each location. Just great.

My sons n I have spent many afternoons out there messing around… lots of memories. Thanks for sharing.

History Hunters you tube channel Love my favorite one fan BIG 💖

I had almost forgot about this movie, and the native community that settled the area. Thanks Jeff...🏆 😀 Can't wait for you to do a story on Chico and Warner Brothers studios here for several films, especially Robin Hood!!! 🎉

Great video!! California is such a beauty state when one gets away from the cities

I love your programs and Sarah is such a great partner to your program

Beautiful country, I can imagine it back in the day. I love the history aspect with the movies. Up on the hill with the Native Indian grinding holes is a rock by an old branch that could be a grinding tool. @10.58. I am blank right now as to what it is called. Loved this video Jeff and Sarah. Glad you could make the climb Jeff for us to see.

I absolutely love your videos from the start to the end you keep it interesting. I’m closing in on 70 and I expect I won’t be able to visit the places you show us. I’ve been to California but it’s been years. I will continue to watch and imagine all the wonderful places you show us.

Aw Jeff! Good job. I would love to see history around Merced Falls, Snelling, Coarsegold, Hornitos, Midpines and of course, Mariposa!

Hello Jeff, Thanks for sharing this story on Abandoned Cooperstown & Warnerville. Happy Sunday, and have a great day.

What can I say that you have not already said about the beauty of that place

I love you videos!!! I learn so much of the past!!!

It's amazing how quickly human made structures disappear. Buildings I remember as a 10-yr old (I'm 72) as being going concerns are now gone without a trace. Love your historical adventures!

Such beautiful places! Thank you for sharing! ⚘️⚘️

I lived in Oakdale from the end of '87 through June of '91. Got my drivers license there. Love history and used to love driving the backroads between Oakdale and the foothills. I never knew so much history was there. Thanks for the awesome documentary!

Love your know your knowledge of filming locations. It's fascinating to see the changes. Great video, Jeff.

Thank you for taking us on a Sunday adventure, it was a great one, what an awesome view green everywhere

Thanks for another wonderful history hunters video!!

I'd love to see California one day. It's beautiful from what you've shown us.

Hi ...love the oldies but goodies westerns....the train was awesome...I grew up with a train in our back yard in the country...chugging by every week ...thanks for vlogging the history.... Gary Cooper was a good actor..and handsome too.......have a great weekend...... Deborah 🇨🇦

You're right. Never heard of movie productions in that part of CA. Very interesting.

Used to hunt rabbits on warnerville and 26 mile road back in the 70s

Love old Hollywood. You really do your research Jeff. Enjoy your history lessons.

Cooper, Grant, smooth delivery and funny. Great actors. Great video Jeff.

Great video buddy! Especially the old shots compared to nowadays….

It is always a pleasure to tag along on your adventures, thank you!

That was great!!! It's nice to know the land hasn't changed to much. I love old Hollywood! Thanks Jeff!!!!! ❤ 23:45

I love your knowledge of the history of the places you visit, your narrations of the history is amazing Thanks for sharing the history and keeping it alive

I know more about my current neighborhood thanks to the History hunters

The railroad spike “spiked” my memory ! As a kid I spent my summers at Hume Lake (1950s). In the early 1900s there was a sawmill behind the concrete dam with a small railroad collecting timber from surrounding groves. As you hike from a east side of the dam, there is a road which was apparently a railroad bed because we found many spikes… If you need a suggestion for a future video this might be a beauty area to explore !

We drive up to Angel's Camp and have lunch at La Hacienda every now and then. We will have to drive out to Warnerville Rd and check these places out. You do an excellent job seeking out these places and showing us where to find them. Thank you!

What a great episode! I’m so glad these old movie locations are being “preserved” for future generations. That hill with the grinding holes looks a lot like Indian Grinding Rock State Historic Park, wich I visited a long time ago. These classic movies will always be popular. High Noon is one of my top 5 favorite movies of all time!

Another fabulous episode. Thanks for sharing.

Great presentation again Jeff. We enjoy the then and now shots of our California through the eyes of old films and photos you find. I hope that area remains as pristine as it is now. Thanks for the research and time you spend to share your knowledge of history.

Hey Jeff that was a very interesting episode being an aussie I liked hearing about Errol what a beautiful place thanks for all the great content regards Jim

I love those old movies, and it's so interesting to see where they were made. So thank you. 👏👏⭐️💛⭐️💛⭐️👏👏

❤ Who knew all those faraway places were so close to home ❤. Thank you

Keep up the great work, you deserve 500000 subscribers .

I have been down those roads many times, but I never knew exactly where Cooperstown was. Thank you.

HOLY SMOKES Jeff!!! 2 HH "fixes" in a week!!!! What am I to do!!! Guess I'll head into rehab! 🤣😂🤣 GR8 vid!!! So much forgotten history to be had!!! Thnx so much for all your work in research and filming!~Chris

Very informative and interesting! Who knew a desolate spot in the Central Valley could have so many stories behind it?

I don't think I have ever written to you before, but I would just like to say you haven't put out a video I didn't like. I love the one's like this where movies from the past were filmed. I love visiting, through your video's, the movie places from the past where and how they have changed and look today. And while I am here, my most favorite one was when you visited the place where the movie' Shane' was filmed. And as usual 'Shane' was one of my favorite movies. There wasn't much left there when you were there and probably less now, but I loved it and still watch it occasionally. And if you ever get the chance, I wish you could visit it again. Thank you so much for your wondaful video's.

Another great Hollywood history lesson. On top of enjoying the video, I was happy to see it is only 15 hours old, and you already have 12K views. I was a little saddened to see only 2K likes. Please, if you've enjoyed Jeff's hard work on his videos, give it a "Thumbs Ups," and a quick comment. Jeff, thank you again for some great content and entertainment. I'm looking forward to the next lesson.

Since living in the valley for 30 years I can recognize these beautiful rolling hills of the Sierra foothills anywhere. And as you know this is a spectacular time of year to be out and about. Lots of auto commercials still shot out in these parts

The music theme played during the movie High Noon will play in your head quite a while after you watch the movie. LOL. Did mine anyway 😊

I knew about Cooperstown and the Yokuts bedrock mortar cups (grinding holes), but I had no knowledge of the movies filmed in the area - good info!

Love Gary Cooper, Gregory Peck, John Wayne. Those were the days . As always very interesting. Thanx!

Love your videos! Educational and relaxing 🙂

Hi Jeff, Isn't that beautiful country, I love the grasslands.Very Cool subject today . It is kinda neat to visit places where famous people once worked to entertain the public. I'm particularly fond of Cowboy movies. Thanks for Sharing. I have made many trips through the Real DODGE CITY loaded with cattle headed farther west to their new home. 😊

I love the northern California hills in the spring!

Great video! Gary Cooper phenomenal actor. "Give me that old time religion!

I love watching your videos that make my day better

Olivia de Havilland went to school with my parents all of them graduated from Los Gatos High School. Olivia and her mother Lillian Fontaine lived in Saratoga. At that time Los Gatos High served both communities. Joan went to school there as well for a short time but because of some health issues went to live with her father.

California is so pretty and green in the spring 😊

Thanks for taking us to where Cooperstown used to be. Such great history. You showed the moviestar locomotive #3! I am a big fan of Railtown. I loved your video about it! The #3 has the record of being in more films/etc than any other, including Back to the Future III...and I loved your video about that as well!

Thank you for piercing these movie locations all together Jeff . .

Jeff, you don't know how much I love your videos,especially this type..where you find the places where movies were done and match up scenery..that is so cool,I've always found that so fascinating..Keep em comin...much love to You and Sarah!

Fantastic video, Jeff. Never tire of your movie set visits. One quick bit of trivia, Robert Wilkie who made a pretty good living playing tough guys and villains, was recognized by many as the best golfer of all the celebrities and actors of his day. Never would have thunk that while watching him be mean to some poor cowboy lol. See you next week.

Thanks for taking me back in time, beautiful country!

Dodge City is a huge favorite of mine and is still on my DVR and has been for years.

So thorough...no stone left unturned, in this case it was a railroad spike. You really knocked this out of the park! I am impressed you climbed the hill...you're in great shape to be able to do that. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤

The hills around this area are beautiful, l was born in Oakdale, l know the area well. Great Vlog Jeff.👍😁

Another great history and western movie episode Jeff. Thank you very much!

Well you sure picked a great time for this vid Jeff, it reminds me of going to work at magic mountain from valley with those lush green hills. Escaped Cali in 1990 bun fun fact: my heratige from Italy after entering through the FRONT door in ny migrated to Cali and 2 family members owned the land that is now Van Nuys and grew olives. When I ESCAPED in 90 there was one tree left and it was in front of van Nuys library not sure if its still there but I doubt even the library is still there since Cali has pulled away from reading and education in general. Born in 62 N Hollywood so we are same age and I can undeniably say 60s 70s 80s there was no better place to grow up than S Cal.