Just got back from Monument Valley last week! It was a hard trip on me as I am 81 years old, and my wife is 77. We flew out of Dallas to Alburquerque and arrived there about 11:30. We had a rent car waiting on us, so we hit the highways and roads toward The View Hotel at the valley. We arrived after dark so we couldn't see anything but the two-lane blacktop before us. Some tough roads getting there with drop offs and soft shoulders, so we recommend arriving in the daytime. We checked into our room and quickly fell asleep. The sun was already up when we awoke the next morning. And as I opened the curtains to the balcony, we were suddenly awe-struck as if we had been transported to another unearthly world. My God I cried! My wife ran to me, and we just stared for minutes at the spectacle before us. The sheer beauty and stillness of the desert valley before us with monuments so close, we could nearly touch them, we felt the nearness of our Maker. We have travelled a good bit in our lives together and have seen some fantastic sights, but never a sight such as this! I don't have the vocabulary to paint the incredible aesthetic beauty of Monument Valley.

Your relationship with your father is as epic as your videos. We love you guys, thank you for posting

You had made probably one of the BEST videos in KZfaq. Is long but is well narrated, good on details and entertaining. I am doing research to do the same trip but with an RV/Camper. I lack the words to fully express how well made was this video. You did an amazing job. Your relationship with your father is to be envy, love it. Is good enough for TV.

As an older mom of three adult sons I love, love, love that you took your Pops with you on this trip! My husband and I have done a lot of adventuring with our boys, both when they were young, and now with their wives and children. It is a tremendous blessing to be able to experience such beauty with family! Keep taking him along. I know his heart is full from his time with you!

A trip "to die for", just gorgeous 😍❤. Utah is my fav US state. I am German, visited Bryce Canyon and Zion Nat. Park in 1977. It was one of my lifetime memories. In 1986, my former husband and I explored Monument Valley, and a dream came true since I am a John Wayne Western fan and saw this iconic place. Goulding's Lodge was the place to be, nearly no cars in the Park and unlimited driving, what was the best 😀. This times are gone forever, very sad! Arches and Natural Bridges are still on my bucket list, but now everything is easier bc. I am calling the US my home for over 20 years. I came from Europe for the beauty of the Southwest and decided to stay in this part of the country. It was worth the journey! Thank you again, for this amazing road excursion ❤💖💕.

You guys help with info and like your dad I’m older(70) and love the trips you take . I love that you and your dad travel . I hope you understate how very important even if unsaid by him , your father savors everyday with you . What a wonderful son you are . I can only envy him . What a lucky Man. I’ll keep watching

Your dad is a good man. Cheers to him for facing his fears to experience these things with his son. This country needs more men like him.

I am 48 and have lived in Salt Lake City most of my life. I’ve been to these locations, but never with a 4K camera documenting it all. Thank you for such an enjoyable video, and we especially appreciate your upbeat cheerfulness.

Highway 12 is so underrated. An amazing drive from Escalante to Torrey.

America's national parks are the greatest ; They are foremost among the many natural wonders of the modern world .

Every dads dream to spend quality times with their son on a road trip to enjoy natural wonders.

5 Golden Stars. Beautiful trip. I really like the Pop Trips , your narration and filming skills are excellent.

Thank you for spending the gas money to take this trip for us all Josh, really appreciate your work, Being able to sit for an hour or so and take a virtual trip I could never afford right now is a real treat!

Thank you and your Father for sharing this with all of us. After six spinal and double hip replacement surgeries. I'm trying to get healthy enough to take my son on a trip like yours. Your Father is a inspiration to me. Again thank you.

Having your Dad on these adventures is such a blessing for you and us. Nice!

Love the purity, humbleness, and kindness you people show, more success!!

I was born and raised in Utah. and after many years of living and working out of state, I have moved back. I'm embarrassed to confess that I have never been to the Utah National Parks. This Summer, I will make it happen! This was fabulous! Thank you.

Hi! JOSH and POPS! At last! My daughter and I are at Monument Valley now!! We are enjoy on a road trip :D We stay The View hotel. We are going to watch the sunrise tomorrow morning and valley drive! I can’t sleep because looking forward. I watch this video so many times. Special thanks to JOSH and POPS!!

These are Priceless Memories with your father

Oldtimer Englishman from Shropshire who has been travelling the Four Corners areas for over 30years. The first time I visited Monument Valley, and since, I camped in the original campsite that overlooked the Mittens long before that hotel was built ! Commercialism is much more prevalent since my earlier trips and is taking all the real character away from so many other areas and towns that I used to cherish !

Coast to coast, an amazing beautiful America

One of the best Mighty 5 videos I’ve seen so far, kudos! A+++ to Pops as well!

2 hour video went by like nothing , beautiful job .Made me realize how much I miss my Dad and all the places we visited together .

Just think of the epic life-long memories you and your dad have created on this this! I am so happy for you both.

I have so enjoyed your videos I am 77 now but went so many places you are taking us and it is wonderful going again along with you and your father I too did not like the heights but the beauty of the journey is so worth it may you be blessed each day

Possibly my all-time favorite western video. Tell your dad I know how he felt at Monument Valley because I watch nothing but western TV shows and films. I would have probably slept on that balcony where he sat for hours. It brings tears to my eyes and I can't wait to see it. At 74, it is on my bucket list. I would love to do the Navajo tour that lasts half a day.

Winter seems like the perfect time to visit the Utah parks!

Pops defeated fear yet again! Champ! 👏👏👏

Many many THANKS for this epic Trip I was able to do with you❣🥰

I love you and your dad's adventrlures!! Thank for taking us along!

Your trips with your dad remind me of my trips with mine. I'm alone now, but watching these videos brings the fun back!

I hiked angels landing with my grandmother as a kid, I’ll never forget it.

The hotel you stayed at in Capitol Reef was a client of mine--I drove down to them from Salt Lake city--I installed their computer system and taught them how to use it. They gave me a room at the far end and in the morning I used to watch deer come down. I was supposed to work all day, but my client always gave me the afternoon off so I could drive around the park--I was there in '99. My client also had a sister hotel at Teton Village in Jackson Hole, and invited me up there because they liked my service. I was supposed to drive back up to SLC to pick up a colleague to cover the graveyard shift after we installed their system, but after the long drive I told my client I could do the work on my own learning they closed the desk at 10PM. They were delighted because I saved them 2 grand in air costs and teaching hours. My employer was not mad because they were able to use my colleague elsewhere. Going home I caught a surprise snowstorm taking a shortcut to I-70 and SLC and got caught in rental with no chains in blizzard conditions, but I used to be a snow driver years before when I worked in Tahoe. I made it thru the blizzard once I made it over the mountain pass. I feel for how cold it was in your hike, it was always near freezing even though it was mid April. I've never seen such a good video covering Capitol Reef, or heard two good speakers or seen a hike so well covered. In Zion, staying there in '13, I also stayed in Hurricane. Outstanding video!

Good video! I recently joined Air Force and now I am stationed in Las Vegas so I am starting to dig into the natural wonders here in the west more often than when I lived in NYC. For the second time, I tried to visit Utah last week. So I had a vacation to the following stops: 1) Antelope Island State Park - hiking Frary Peak 2) Utah State Capitol Building 3) Hiking Mount Olympus (see the sunrise) 4) Bridle Veil Falls 5) Arches National Park - (see the sunrise) hiking from Devil's Garden, Delicate Arch 6) Dead Horse Point State Park 7) Canyonlands National Park - (see the sunrise) hiking from Syncline Loop, Aztec Butte, Mesa Arch 8) Natural Bridge National Monument - hiking Sipapu Bridge 9) Driving from Valley of the Gods 10) Goosenecks State Park 11) Hiking Mexican Hat Rock 12) Stop by Forrest Gump Point 13) Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park - hiking Wildcat Trail 14) Horseshoe Bend 15) Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument - Hiking Toadstool Hoodoos Trail 16) Bryce Canyon National Park - Hiking Navajo Loop and Queens Garden Trail to see the sunset 17) Capitol Reef National Park - Hiking Chimney Rock, Golden Throne, Cassidy Arch, Colab Canyon 18) Hiking Lake Blanches 19) Trolley Square 20) The Cathedral of the Madeleine 21) Bonneville Salt Flats to see the sunrise 22) Washington Square Park & Salt Lake City Public Library 23) Hiking Ensign Peak 24) Natural History Museum of Utah 25) Red Butte Garden 26) International Peace Garden

All I can say: love you guys and how you are able to spend quality time with each other. Love the videos. My Father past(seems like yesterday) years ago. The best I could do was two fishing trips up to Canada. I drove truck for almost 11years. Wish I could have shared half of what I've seen. Cherish these moments. They will last a life time. Peace

hard to imagine that less than1:100 viewers liked this video, it was superb, thanks to you and pops sharing your wonderful trip with us all 😊

My husband and I just loved your video. You have an amazing talent. I prefer watching your videos to watching Rich Steves. You do an excellent job of narrating and make your videos very entertaining. It is also so touching to see you and your dad doing these together. Keep up the excellent work!

I saw a channel specializing in travel to the United States for the first time today. I've been to all of Utah's national parks, but I was able to enjoy them anew thanks to their fast video development, sophisticated explanations, and their father and son's good team play and pointing out the essential places. thanks again for posting.

That double arch is totally incredible. My favorite. What a beautiful creation of our Creator, God! The donut hole arch is fabulous too. Love seeing you and your dad hang out together and see amazing sights!

I agree with you, that Utah itself should be designated a National Park. An excellent job of photographing and narrating your experience. Made us all feel we were right there with you. I'll probably never get to see them all in my lifetime but I have been to Zion. It is truly a holy, sanctuary. If ever there was a place called God's country, Zion would have to be it. Your relationship between you and your Dad is wonderful to see. Obviously, you enjoy each other, and taking a trip like this together will be a fantastic memory for you both. Thanks for taking us along, it was a wonderful experience for us viewers.

I really enjoyed this video. The best part for me was when you surprised your dad with the hotel room at Monument Valley and Pops' impression of Forrest Gump! Well done!

As someone who was born and raised in Utah and spent all my 20's exploring my backyard, you did amazing justice to Southern Utah! At the same time, there's so so much more to see! There's an infinite number of places to hike and explore in Utah! And yes, Lower Calf Creek Falls is amazing!

Bro, awesome footage. Love the father son bonding too. Great editing as well.

We are seniors and we enjoy your videos so much. We love to see you and your pops enjoying traveling. Safe travels

I have watched several of your videos and want to say you are a very good narrator. Since I'm close to your father's age it's good to see father and son having fun together. Memories forever! Great job.

Thank you for sharing the top five. My daughter and I went to Arches park in March. Simply amazing views. We were amazed that people actually went out west by horse and wagon. The pioneers must have been tough people.

I just recently discovered your channel and I’ve already watched 5 videos. Thanks to you and Pops for taking us along! The hikes were amazing ,especially to Angel Landing!! I know I’m not brave enough to ever do it myself. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire video!

Holy moly, Angel's Landing...! Thanks for showing this. It's beautiful and I might stay away from the top, so I really appreciate being able to see it

I don't usually comment on videos but this one is amazing. I did a similar trip last year with my wife and a couple of friends. We flew over from New Zealand. Your video is bringing all those memories back. I also love the relationship with you and your dad. It reminds me of my relationship with my mum who passed away a couple of years ago. Keep up the amazing content.

Thank you for such great content! I'm never sure what I love more, the beautiful scenery and adventures or the interactions with your Dad.

Years ago, while on a western concert tour with a military band, we were able to take a side trip on a day off to Bryce and Zion National Parks. Your extensive video of your 5 day tour was a spectacular overload of visuals. Thank you so much for all your video tours.

Thank you for virtually taking me to your trips. All of your adventures may be something I won't be able to do in this lifetime, but it is great o be able to watch you and your pops do it. To more videos of your trips. Or, you could also try and visit the Philippines. 😁

I did this tour in the late 1970s. Boy, have things changed. We were the only ones in most parks and the only 2 people in Monument Valley the #1 park for me. We were invited to spend the night in a hogan in Kayenta. We also went to 4 corners and stood on 4 states at once.Fry bread, yum, what memories. When I first visited the Grand Canyon we were 2 of only 4 people in the Grand Canyon at that time of day and one mystery ride bus,lol. I'm so happy I got to do this trip before civilization destroyed it. I have also crossed America via train 4 times in a sleeper prior to COVID and I'm thankful for that amazing experience. Even train travel and the magical experience have been diminished. 😢 America is the most breathtakingly beautiful country on the planet. Over tourism and disrespect for the land is destroying it😢

Wow this is beautiful you're making so much memories your dad.. thanks for taking us along going to beautiful places in the Southwest 🏜️🏜️🌄🏜️🚶🚶🏜️🏜️

The way you surprised your dad with the epic hotel view was touching - I enjoy your travels and your family vibe, thanks so very much for sharing!

Thank you! That was wonderful! I believe I did that trip through Monument Valley when I was a kid...... approx 40ish years ago. Well, your movie took me 2 days to get through, and I've enjoyed every minute. I wish I could have done something like that with my mom and dad as an adult. 🥰

utah is the one of the best and beautiful state with stuneshing nature, amazing mountain roads & giant lakes and kind people . I wish be there 🛣️🏜️

Thank you, tThank you. Hundred times thank you, a fantastic trip! Very enjoyable! All the parks are different and beautiful! I have visited Brice, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon but I wish I could have visited the Arches park, the arches are all magnificent and the views fantastic! What a great treat it has been for me to watch your video. , I will definitely watched it again and share it with my family. The greatness of Gods creation is so amazing watching all these amazing places. Thank you.😍✌️👌😃❤️

Firstly, Thank you for an incredibly , incredibly amazing viewing....I live in India and have been fascinated by National Parks since decades.Whike I have visited some ,my greatest wish was to see the Mighty Five.Have admired photos of Parks shared from Treasured Lands book and other online photos shared by photographers.But this video takes one through the real experience ...Mesmerizing sunrise, sunsets ,beautiful twinning of Monsey and reddish golden , amber hues sunsets , sunstars on the turrets, towers, arches and magnificent landscapes ...Tbe play of light over the hoodoos in Bryce Canyon was absolutely captivating.. History through the passage of time is encapsulated beautifully . Grand Canyon was spectacular when I had witnessed it but after watching this video ,I am absolutely enraptured .Wanted to do so badly the Big Five and the Four Corners point. Of enthralling viewing and amazing journeys...Fantastic video...Thanks

Wonderful video, and thank you for the lovely interactions between you and your dad! Pops a real trooper for tagging along. Enjoyed every minute of it, as well as took notes for my future roadtrip planning. Can't decide which is my favorite part! 😆

Southern Utah is my favorite vacation destination. This video is a beautiful representation of why.

You and your father make more and more fantastic travel programs. This one deserves an Oscar 😁🤘👍👍

I found myself smiling throughout the entire video. I can't express how much I loved every minute. I almost cried when Pops was appreciating the surprise hotel. I hope I can one day do the same with my Daddy 💞

Without a doubt, monument Valley is IT for me ! Such a spiritual place !

Love you videos. I regularly see your videos on my TV with family. They also love your videos. Pay respects to your dad. God Bless you and your family. Love from India 🇮🇳

Thank you for this! It's amazing that I can enjoy America from another continent and also plan for a future road trip. Also, I love your relationship with your dad. It's beautiful.

Great job surprising your dad with the hotel stay. Sure he will never forget it. Hard to have your dad speechless but think you accomplished that. Once again great job and keep up the good work.

I can't believe I finished this long video. It's magical (as your pop said☺️) and very informative. Thank you for doing this for all of us..

I have traveled all over the world. Some of the most beautiful scenery I’ve ever seen is in Utah , Arizona , Colorado. Absolutely amazing. Gods country.

What a wonderful trip!! And is a blessing to do it with your father

As an foreign national, your videos are really helping me to plan my tours, Great work👍

Thank you so much for this video! My wife and I just finished the Mighty 5 and Deadhorse in 6 days and followed your trip almost to a tee! You made an amazing trip even better with your suggestions and tips. The parks are breathtaking and we had a fantastic time, even if we are about your dad's age. Thank you again!

You're a Real Pro at this-- so many others we cant stand to watch; personalities, shrill voices, silliness- But You and 'Pops' are such a Pleasure!! Great camera skills Great Voice and Intelligent things to tell us- very thoughtful-- THANK YOU!! I will want to go here- Just Gorgeous!! 🙂

You and your dad helped us to feel like we were right along with you. Haven’t been to the parks you shared, but we now would love to go! Thank you for your wonderful videos!

This is an Outstanding Video. You and your dad captured video while while exploring these 5 National Parks, and you have been so good as to share your experiences with all of us. You doing this is in a way...empowering us to virtually hike these great National Parks also (without actually being there.). And it's very informative too! Thanks so much!!!

Utah is my favorite American state because it is a place of stunning natural beauty, fascinating history and unique culture.

I’m new to your videos. This is so well done, I’d say it’s one of the best one I’ve seen. Thank you so much taking us along, I feel like I was there with you guys.

What an epic adventure! I’ve watched this trip in little bite sized pieces over a week or so. Another trip added on my list now! Thanks Josh and Pop 😀

When I was young my parents took our family on many trips through this area as well as other areas of the United States. That upbringing established a rock solid foundation of "travel" as a goal/prerequisite for life. I owe both of my parents an eternal debt of gratitude for that gift. I pity those that never have found the joy of travel in their life.

I can't love you and pop more!!! Pop reminds me that I can do the things too! Yall did a lot of hikes and so well narrated. Prob my favorite video ever. Lots of narration but not a bunch of unnecessary words!

Absolutely awesome video. Having lived in Utah, it reaffirms what a beautiful state it is.

you would think, such an area without a lot of green would be boring and repetitiv but now: It's beautiful and different. Adds a whole new area to see for an US-Holiday. Thanks to you (and your Dad) for showing!

It's a chilly rainy day here in eastern NC - - so I spent my afternoon 'in Utah' watching your amazing video! :) Thank You!!! So enjoyable - I'm happy to be a new subscriber!

You need to watch and rewatch this video every year so you can keep the memory of Bryce alive. I loved watching this. I hiked Bryce a couple of time but many years ago. It was my favorite park. I have almost forgotten how wonderful it was until I watched your video. I wish I could have seen it seen it a few year sooner so it would have made my memory more real. Thanks for making this video! I thoroughly enjoyed it. Marie from South Carolina.

The filming was wonderful. I especially loved the footage of your hike to Angel's Landing. I appreciate Pops point of view of the hikes, since I feel the same way about hiking. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us.

Just recently found your channel and I am loving it so much. Your good relationship with your father and calm and relaxed narration and vlogging puts a smile on my face. You and your Pops are my favorite youtubers now. 💚 -love from the Philippines

My favorite part of your videos is how you share your adventures with your Papa. Good bless you! You are a great person, I can see that through your lense!

Nature's beauty combined with calming music - the ultimate way to kickstart a peaceful day.

Love your videos they are so informative you make it feel like your there to. I especially like the ones with your dad you have such a good relationship. Thank you

Hi Josh and Pops.... Your travel video's are always very entertaining! Thanks for releasing this video last Sunday 6/19. ( This is not sad...) I was at my oldest friend from Childhood Dad's wake in Hampton NH (His dad passed at 90 - very long life! ) . At the Wake , on a big screen TV was a video playing with Many photo's of him and his Dad 's greatest trip to Bryce Canyon and Zion maybe 10 years ago. My friend also called his father "Pop's". Ironically ,he had a wonderful Border Collie ... His nickname for the dog was Mrs. "Wiggles"... After watching your wonderful video with the words "Pop's" and "Wiggles" spoken a few words apart , This was for me to see that his dad made the journey to the other side! In my book, there's no such thing as a coincidence. Keep up the great work! Stay well!

Father and Son love is priceless ❤️ We enjoyed all of your videos uploaded in KZfaq, extraordinary fascinating landscapes of America, Thank You and Thank You 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

Oh my goodness. My hands and feet are sweating while watching you all on those cliffs.

Thank you so much for doing these. Because of and with you and your dad I get to adventure and see so many wonderful places I would never get to experience otherwise. You are wonderful!

Love this! Amazing video and I love your pops! Especially him hiking with his cowboy hat. 🤠 What amazing memories you’ve created with him.

It's awesome that you can do the trip with Pops and make the memories with him. Also it's nice that you and Pops are sharing tips about the hiking pole/walking stick.

I’m with Pops on this one, NO to Angel’s Landing. All of the parks are beautiful in their own way. And Monument Valley, WOW!!!

Well done! Not only is your photography VERY good, but your descriptions of the trails and possible challenges are very helpful as well. These National Parks have been on my bucket list forever, and this video cements my intention to make the trip. Thanks!

We stayed at the cabins in April and it was equally amazing! Watched sunrise and sunset as well, truly a one of a kind experience for our kids and us😍

It is amazing to see how much the southwest has changed in my lifetime. The last time I went to Horseshoe Bend, there was no trail, no overlook, and on a bad day, you would not see more than 10 people. It does not feel like that long ago to me, but the times are a changing!

Thanks a lot - You relationship with your father is very inspiring!