I really enjoyed the scenery. By the way I like your tent which one is it?
@trailtakers92773 сағат бұрын
Thanks! It's The One by Gossamer Gear
@88woodbikes419 сағат бұрын
The orange fungus is known as Chicken of the Woods. Very good eating, with a meaty texture
@trailtakers92773 сағат бұрын
I was wondering if that's what it was! I think i'd still be too afraid to try it out on trail just in case I was mistaken lol
@thehafricanultralighter4973Күн бұрын
For next time there is An amazing spot exactly 1 mile in. Once you cross the creek for the first time right before you ascend up that small hill into the open sods, there is a main campsite but if you go to ur right before you cross that creek there are son awesome spots for hammock camping and tenting
@thehafricanultralighter4973Күн бұрын
It’ll be nice n clogged we’re filtering sods water. Especially directly from red creek. It’s a filter killer.
@trailtakers92773 сағат бұрын
I made the rookie mistake of not flushing out my filter after this trip and found out the hard way on the next one 😂😂
@thehafricanultralighter4973Күн бұрын
If you didn’t get to experience the lower sods you should deff go back. It’s a totally different world
@thehafricanultralighter4973Күн бұрын
It’s sap from on trees.
@NDB-w1i3 күн бұрын
Great video. I love watching people experience Dolly Sods for the first time -- but watching you pass of the turnoff to Lion's Head was painful. I almost yelled at the screen. Having to endure Rocky Point trail without the payoff is a crime.
@trailtakers92772 күн бұрын
Honestly 😂😂 100% planning to go back and make sure to find Lion's Head this time!
@damiami6519Күн бұрын
I’m going on a weekday end of Sept. any tips on trails for an inexperienced, flat lander but fit hiker from the tropics?
@neilquinn11 күн бұрын
Dolly sods is special in fall colors, summer months kind of ok
@wanderingoutyonder17 күн бұрын
This trail is on our list! Thanks for sharing! ~Karen & Shannon WOY
@trailtakers927714 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching! I hope you get to check it out 😊
@wendisparadeofperfumes503418 күн бұрын
I remember watching this on Unsolved Mysteries back in the day. I'm so sorry that Dexter neve received true justice but I hope the family can get a bit of closure that the person of interest is in prison.
@davidlee220421 күн бұрын
Very nice! Also like how you take the weather forecast in stride. I have done so many miles in the rain that now I no longer want to feel like a wet rat if I can help it, but yeah I get it sometimes you got to get out there when you can get out there 🙂
@trailtakers927721 күн бұрын
Thanks! Lol whenever a trip turns into a rainy muddy mess I just remind myself it's better than sitting at my desk at work. Then it doesn't seem as bad. But I agree sometimes it's nicer just to plan around the weather.
@davidlee220421 күн бұрын
@@trailtakers9277 oh absolutely, not once on a trip have I ever said to myself you know, this trip is going great the only thing that would be better is if I was at work 🤣 have a good one and keep hiking 😎
@HiddenHollowOutoors22 күн бұрын
Great trip! I will highly recommend you check out the Quehanna Wilds here in west central PA as well! One of my favorite areas to explore. The entire Quehanna Trail is 72 miles long but can be broken up with numerous link trails.
@trailtakers927722 күн бұрын
Thanks for the recommendation! I'd love to check out more of PA
@ervinslens22 күн бұрын
Fantastic scenery, shots and overall atmosphere are spectacular my friend!
@trailtakers927722 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@Hiker3322 күн бұрын
The Wandering Woodsman @thewanderingwoodsman7227 on KZfaq does a lot of videos on PA and could probably answer the question on the dynamite shack. The orange stuff might be a mushroom called Chicken of the Woods, but that’s just a guess. Thanks for taking us along. I hadn’t heard of this trail.
@jerdewАй бұрын
Weekends are out no Weekend
@davidlee2204Ай бұрын
Wow that logging is a huge bummer. Yeah I can sense the disappointment, but still better than being at work 😉
@maybeerainmaybeesnowАй бұрын
Thanks for the MI videos! I am thinking of possibly moving somewhere near Traverse City, maybe. I was in Bellingham, WA a month ago and so far, that might be my front runner. Based on the music you chose for your vids, I think you might dig this song. : ) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hthig7uftJfVn58.html
@trailtakers9277Ай бұрын
Traverse City is a beautiful place! If you end up moving out that way definitely check out the cherry festival. And the Jordan River Pathway is only about a 45 minute drive away. Thank you for sending the song! I thought it was lovely. The drummer jumping in with background vocals was a nice surprise too lol.
@maybeerainmaybeesnowАй бұрын
@@trailtakers9277 I'm glad you enjoyed the song. : ) The drummer and lead singer are actually brothers! They harmonize pretty well most times. Thanks for the recommendation. If I make the move there, I probably won't be able to fully escape the cherry festival. Those cherries seem like a big deal to folks from that region! I really like some of the MTB and off road trails I'm finding. : ) So much water as well....
@JoshEkbergАй бұрын
Thank you for doing a video on this trail. This one has been on my radar for a while but seeing how Hwy 131 runs smack dab through the middle of the trail, that always gave me pause. Always try to avoid road noise whenever possible in the back country haha. It just didn't seem remote enough for my taste, and my suspicions were confirmed with all the residential/private property you had to skirt around. But, at least you've got one more trail checked off your list! Any thoughts on doing North Manitou or Isle Royale? Both are on my Michigan bucket list and would enjoy seeing you do a video on one or both!
@trailtakers9277Ай бұрын
Yeah it's definitely not the right trail if you're looking for seclusion. I started planning a trip to Isle Royale for this summer but the ferry prices were a little too steep for this year's budget. I've never heard of North Mantiou, but it looks pretty great! Definitely secluded. And the ferry prices look to be a bit more in budget. Thanks for the recommendation. I'd be very interested in planning a trip there.
@KrawnKam2 ай бұрын
I found the Sods in 1998 and it is amazing to see how crowded it has gotten since then. I’m surprised there isn’t a shuttle service up there for the busy season.
@ericgrayson36372 ай бұрын
Wait , what ? Over rated or too hyped ? I’m sorry you missed out on the magic of that place. Though I will also say because I experienced it myself on a Labor Day weekend.. it sucked with that crowd. I think you showed up after an 8 hour drive to a Parade of cars and that would put a bad taste in anyone’s mouth.
@ericgrayson36372 ай бұрын
I love Dolly Sods , I grew up in Wv and that whole area is my favorite part of the state. I go to a large Caving event near there every Labor Day weekend and I too had to learn the hard way , never in my life… felt like Yellowstone. We go winter backpacking there mostly, we always park at the Laneville Wildlife Managers Cabin in Laneville at the base of the Mtn at the Red Creek bridge. I’m sure it was slammed there and not a parking site around on your trip. We go up Red Creek trail cross Red Creek ( yes, wade it in the winter wearing Aqua Socks). Go up Big Stonecoal and camp, the next day we hike around the big area up there then take Dunkenbarger trail and camp in the middle before Little Stonecoal , then take LSC trail down the last day. I’ve been up there in thigh deep snow . It’s a magical place ! We would also go every Super Bowl weekend to avoid people and make it back to my Moms in Lewisburg, Wv in time for the game. Firewood tip for any heavily used area : your Bear bag cord , throw it up over the lower pine and spruce branches and just snap them off. The branches are very old and dead down low. Enjoyed your video, I’ll look for more of them . I live near Pearisburg / Blacksburg in Va now and use to be big on the AT .
@j.r.bobdobbs45722 ай бұрын
Just did this hike a few weeks ago for the second time. First time was 22 years ago and it was very different this time around with all of the parking access. A lot more people and most of them were day hiking. All those years ago almost none of that was there and it was much less busy. Didn’t even have to reserve a campsite. First come first serve, but there wasn’t anyone else out there for the most part. It brought back some memories from that trip as well as some new ones!
@steveakersdrums2 ай бұрын
Thanks for taking us along Acorn. I love how matter of fact you are.. your music is awesome.. .. be safe...
@trailtakers92772 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@ervinslens2 ай бұрын
This was absolutely amazing! Gorgeous filming!
@Hiker332 ай бұрын
Nice to see a video from you. Do you have any plans to hike with your old crew again?
@trailtakers92772 ай бұрын
Yes! A trip is in the works for end of summer
@hikewithmike46732 ай бұрын
wow!...beUTIFUL re TO HIKE ~
@MorbusCQ2 ай бұрын
I did the loop yesterday, definitely some good and bad. Great trail for a weekend hike though
@wendisparadeofperfumes50342 ай бұрын
Thanks Acorn! I'm going to hike this loop on the Solstice. Also finishing the Michigan Triple Crown so might as well. My favorite is definitely the Jordan River Pathway which I want to rehike one of these days. Love the music as always.
@trailtakers92772 ай бұрын
A solstice hike on the Fife Lake Loop sounds lovely! Good luck on completing the Triple Crown and thanks for watching 😊
@hikesome2 ай бұрын
I feel so inspired to go on a hike after watching this! The production quality is amazing, and the scenery is absolutely breathtaking.
@trailtakers92772 ай бұрын
Thank you! I hope you get out on the trails soon!
@wendisparadeofperfumes50343 ай бұрын
Flame Azalea ❤❤❤
@feistedoc3 ай бұрын
As always, thanks for sharing! I love how you’ve incorporated your original music and the map views into the final edit. I grew up near Detroit and miss Michigan…. Nothing comes close to the UP! Looking forward to your next adventure.
@trailtakers92773 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@jeffbuzzard68373 ай бұрын
The white stuff on the pine trees was pine sap, it doesn’t seep out of all pine trees like that only certain species, nice video by the way, I love my home state of West Virginia
@trailtakers92773 ай бұрын
Sap makes so much sense, glad to finally have the mystery solved lol. Glad you enjoyed! I'd love to explore more of West Virginia in the near future.
@sixpackhikers3 ай бұрын
Loved the video! Way to go on that second day--super strong mileage and gorgeous views. I just completed a solo SOBO thru hike of the Art Loeb in one-day. It was insanely intense, but so rewarding. Looking forward to checking out your other videos!
@trailtakers92773 ай бұрын
Congrats on your 1 day thru hike of the Art Loeb. That's some serious mileage and by no means easy terrain on top of it!
@sixpackhikers3 ай бұрын
@@trailtakers9277 thanks so much! It was no joke but amazing 😍😅
@mghattendorfАй бұрын
I am training right now to do a planned one day thru hike SOBO. Any tips or advice?
@sixpackhikersАй бұрын
@@mghattendorf I'm excited for you! It's such a beautiful trail, though I'd recommend NOBO to keep the epic views as a payoff at the end vs getting those first before tucking into the green tunnel for the remainder of the hike. However, SOBO cuts off 1-2K feet of ascent vs NOBO, so that makes it more realistic for a one-day jaunt. I've done it both ways and definitely prefer NOBO, but doing the ALT at all is a win in my book. Make sure you've got extra water and a filtration system to refill when you come across a source. I live close to this trail, and it is notoriously dry different times of the year. Study the trail through shining rock wilderness as it isn't marked well, and there are plenty of side man-ways made by folks seeking campsites. It's easy to get turned around if you're not familiar with the area. The two shelters on trail were recently torn down and completely rebuilt. They are perfect spots for a rest break and both have pipe springs. The one at Deep Gap is a little bit of a walk downhill from the shelter, but it's reliable. Hope that helps!
@rockybidwell77923 ай бұрын
Yes that was Indian pipe
@cliftonselent46253 ай бұрын
We hiked it last summer. Decided to do it again this Aug. Already amped to get on trail. Mosquitoes were bad in June. Not sure what Aug will bring.
@trailtakers92773 ай бұрын
The mosquitoes were pretty mild when I went at end of August. I think maybe the overnight temps already started dropping low enough to knock some of them out. Good luck on your trip!
@cliftonselent46253 ай бұрын
Hopefully the biting flies are gone by then also.
@GatorReeves4 ай бұрын
Hate that you weren't able to find Lion's Head. Heading there on a college buddy trip in June. Looked like your campsite was on the Rocky Ridge trail...was it before or after the Dobbins Grade intersection? Didnt look like it was as far as the Harman intersection. I'm from Atlanta, and so much here is AT-like, so Dolly Sods is amazing...just gotta know where to go.
@trailtakers92773 ай бұрын
Yes the campsite was along the rocky ridge trail. I know it was after the Dobbins grade intersection but I'm not sure if it was before or after Harmon's intersection. I didn't drop a way point so I'm unsure of the exact location, but it was very easy to find on the left side of the trail heading away from ravin ridge/bear rocks and the parking area. Around 5 miles in or so. For sure a good change of scenery from many trails in the NC/GA/TN area. I've never hiked anywhere quite like Dolly Sods before. Good luck on your trip in June, should be a great time to go!
@davidvance44364 ай бұрын
Just watched your video and you missed Lions Head! That Rock scramble you needed go up that hillside and follow rock carins you would have liked it but you missed the Lions Head Rock and view! But I enjoyed your video!
@trailtakers92774 ай бұрын
Ugh I know! I was actively looking for cairns because I heard it's sometimes easy to miss and still passed it by lol. I guess now I have an excuse to go back for another trip though. Glad you enjoyed!
@Suz_place5 ай бұрын
Love your video and music. I will be hiking Pictured Rock in May. It is my first solo 4 day hike. I am excited to get out there. I am new to backpacking. Your videos inspire me. Thank you for sharing.
@MaksimOutdoors5 ай бұрын
Another great video, I was up that way a month before your video hiking around Wilderness State Park…I need to make it up to the UP one day here soon, looks like a beautiful area. Michigan has to be one of the most underrated states in the US, if you ever find yourself back in Pennsylvania be sure and check out Allegheny National Forest. Where’s your next backpacking trip?
@davidlee22045 ай бұрын
Beautiful country up there and I would gladly trade you a little bit of my Appalachian playground for some of that flat land hiking!
@trailtakers92775 ай бұрын
It's a deal lol 😊 The Appalachians will always have my heart but the UP is for sure something special. Especially the pictured rocks area. Happy hiking!
@MaksimOutdoors5 ай бұрын
Great video! Just found your channel while doing some research on an upcoming trip to Dolly Sods, seems like the general consensus is the area is a bit overrated but I’m still excited regardless, great job showcasing the area and I’ll have to keep an eye out for that campsite! Subscribed to ya and look forward to seeing more of your adventures
@steveakersdrums5 ай бұрын
Good to see you back out there. Thanks for sharing with us.. Very nice music as well... Be safe.
@southdakotahiker38555 ай бұрын
It's great to see a new video from you. It certainly is much nicer hiking the North Country Trail along Pictured Rocks compared to the High Country Pathway. 😊 Another great set of trails in Michigan are the Jordan River Pathway near East Jordan (great trail for new backpackers) and you would very much enjoy the Porcupine Mountains. Keep the videos coming! Thank you.
@trailtakers92775 ай бұрын
I always feel like the high country pathway is a good trip if you're in the mood for a challenge, but pictured rocks was more of a serene leisurely hike. With spectacular views of course 💙 I love the jordan river pathway too! It's a hidden gem in the lower peninsula. The porkies have been on my bucket list for a few years now. Any recommendations on specific trails?
@southdakotahiker38555 ай бұрын
@@trailtakers9277 The Manistee River Trail is a nice hike and I'm partial to the Hoist Lakes Trails by Curran. To be candid it has been years since I have been to the Porkies and only day hiked so I cannot recommend anything specific. You may want to check out the PBS program "Great Getaways" as they have done some hiking in the UP and also check out "Discovering" which is a TV program out of Marquette; they have done some backpacking as well.
@born2wander25 ай бұрын
Hi Acorn, I'm John 😊 . New subscriber here ! I think its awesome that you hike alone . I've been hiking alone for years . Faith over fear i say . If I cant find anyone that wants to go on adventures, I go alone . I'm watching your latest hiking adventure. The one thing that bothers me more than people littering, is people carving their names in the trees 😢. People should respect nature . But I'm excited to see you complete this hike. Folks like you inspire so many people to get outdoors and live their lives away from their computers and mobile phones. God bless you & keep you safe on your travels 🙏....
@trailtakers92775 ай бұрын
Hi John! Thanks for the sub 😊 It's good a feeling knowing you're capable backpacking alone. I enjoy going where I want, when I want, at my own pace. Agreed on people carving their names into trees though. It takes away from the experience a little bit. Best of luck in all your adventures!
@Hiker335 ай бұрын
Nice to see a post from you. It’s been awhile. 0:27
@richardnagri91985 ай бұрын
You do an excellent job with your camera. Much better than when you started. I’m glad that you’re back to posting your videos. Do you play the music on your videos?
@trailtakers92775 ай бұрын
Thanks for noticing! I try to do a little better each trip trying out new shots to make it interesting. For this video I created the music in a program, but I have played the music in some of the other ones.
@carlfields5 ай бұрын
This video came up on my recommended list so I checked it out. Great job! I've hiked the South loop before and it's no joke. When you said at the beginning you were going to camp 6 and possibly 7 I thought to myself no way. But you pushed it to 6 and that was awesome. I stopped at camp 4 myself and hit 6 the next night. I plan on doing the North loop later in 2024. Believe it or not it's considered to be even harder than the South loop. Be safe on your hiking adventures!
@tzavitz5 ай бұрын
It’s a shame that Michigan has trails like this that were developed years ago and now they are in total disrepair. There are a lot of hikers that hike trails if they are reasonably maintained and that brings in tourist dollars.
@wvbeatlefan6 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed your video. Dolly Sods is a wonderful place to backpack; been going there for about 25 years. That "lake" you saw is actually a huge beaver pond. I haven't been in that spot in 20 years. I was amazed at how much the trees had grown there since then. Also, what you thought might be bird poop at the campsite was tree sap. Makes a great fire starter. Glad you got to enjoy the Sods. If you can make it back sometime for a mid-week trip there's a lot more to see. The Red Creek valley is beautiful, with lots of waterfalls.