Video

Absolutely. That's why I couldn't wait to get back there. I was so bummed last year but this year I was able to get clear skies. One of the best views of Hood for sure.

@@adamoakes7567 It's a very short trail. Less than 2 miles to the top. While some sections of the trail is pretty wide the rest is kinda narrow. I've been there twice and never saw an ATV. Maybe the forest road leading to the trailhead would be fun but not the actual trail. The dirt road on top that you see is really just the end of the trail.

No motorized vehicles allowed

@@RicardoMorin thanks for the reply

@@RicardoMorin Thanks for clarifying.

@@stevecopenhaver6152 Thank you so much. I waited a year to get back there. You just never know with these mountains. Happy that Hood was in full view. Didn't expect wildflowers this late but they are hanging on. Also glad it wasn't windy so I was excited to get that drone footage. I'm having so much fun with that thing and I want to step my game up for all of my subscribers and potential subscribers.

@@nwhiking3398 Thank you very much. Glad you enjoy the videos. It's definitely true, I put a lot of work into making these videos. I want people to see the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. I had a lot of fun on that trail. Views were amazing.

Thanks. I had a lot of fun on that one. I was glad I was able to get some sick drone footage.

@@nickkestie You're welcome. It's a great hike with a fantastic waterfall. Thanks for watching.

@@vandoeunsot0168 Thank you for the kind words. Glad you liked the video.

Thanks so much. Glad you liked the video. Such an epic trail. Awesome you were able to experience it as well.

@@hankmishima4798 That's awesome. Great time to do this hike. You will have a blast. Thanks for checking out my video. Enjoy your adventure.

@@adamoakes7567 Thanks for the sub. I had a lot of fun on that hike. Definitely a top lister. Similar views as Silver Star Mountain but shorter trail which is nice. Enjoy the views when you get there.

@@PacificNWHiker are you saying do both? :)

@@adamoakes7567 Both hikes are fantastic. I would put Silver Star Mountain on your list as well for sure.

@@Zoomdak It really is. That hike was on my list for a while. Great views and a nice misty waterfall to end it off. Thanks for watching.

@@sheenachong6078 Great question. For a beginner hiker I would go with someone. There are multiple river and creek crossings and some are more difficult than others to cross. Also depends on when you do this trail. If you go early summer the water crossings will be tougher because there is more snowmelt but if you go when I went (early September) the crossings are easier. As far as the trail, if you go clockwise like I did, the first 10 miles are a piece of cake. After that the next 20 miles will have some sections with serious elevation gain. This middle part of the trail is the hardest. Last 10 miles are easy (flat) except the last mile uphill back to the lodge. Most of the trail is easy to follow but there are sections that aren't so easy. So being with someone with good navigational skills is important. I would say it would be hard for a beginner hiker going alone but if you go with someone with experience and just do 10 miles per day, difficulty will be moderate but super fun. I also want to mention that your pack weight can make your hike easy or hard so don't go overboard packing. A heavy pack going uphill sucks. Overall, this trail is super beautiful and fun. There is good reason it is a bucket list hike for so many people. As a beginner, bring someone who has backpacked before and stick to 10 miles a day. You will have a blast. I have a video on all the gear I brought if that helps. Hopefully I answered your question.

@@waterfallmadman I was really impressed with this trail. One of my favorite trails now. Great views high and low. Waterfall was flowing just enough for a nice mist.

@@dmpmasters3353 That's awesome. Views are spectacular on a clear day. Even if it's not clear it is still amazing. It's a grinder to get to the top but so well worth it. Thanks for watching.

@PacificNWHiker starting from Ed's trailhead makes the hike way easier

@@dmpmasters3353 Good to know. Thanks.

@@stevecopenhaver6152 Thanks so much. Such a great hike. Awesome views along the entire trail and I love that it ends with a waterfall. Wasn't flowing that strong but still good enough for a cool mist.

@@pyronymph-868 Thanks for watching. Hope you enjoyed the views.

@@tapaniviikkila Highly recommend. On a clear day it's hard to beat this view. Thanks for watching.

@@rohan-ghosh Depends on how often you are using your stove, the altitude you are at, and how cold it is. Typically, a 100 gram canister will last 45 minutes of continuous burn on average.

@@markhawkins1499 Incredible views. It is for sure a great place to call home. Thanks for watching.

@@nwsights6301 That's awesome to hear. It's a nice waterfall that not many people see or even know about (unless they watch my video lol). It's a great area for sure. Glad my video helped.

That was one of my favorite hikes ever. There is good reason why this is on the bucket list for so many backpackers. I could only fit in so many highlights in my video. It's a really special trail. Highly recommend for anyone looking to do a short backpacking trip. I definitely went at a great time, early September. Less trafficked, less bugs, and easier water crossings. Thanks for watching. Appreciate the kind words.

@@stevecopenhaver6152 I'd like to do the McKenzie River Trail. If not this year then next year. It sure is a beautiful area. Thanks for checking out the video. I had a lot of fun on that hike.

Thank you for sharing your backpacking adventures. And that's an awesome proposal you did. Congrats to you and your wife for sticking together. The Loowit trail is definitely not an easy trail but it is very unique. The north side is for sure getting more green. There are still no fees or reservations needed which is nice. I was thinking about hiking around Mt. Adams this year or going around part of it. But I will definitely do the Eagle Creek Trail which is supposed to be one of the most beautiful trails in the U.S. Have a blast in Olympic NP. Never been there. I'm sure it is going to be awesome. It would be cool if you did the Loowit again, especially 3 decades later. Thanks for checking out the video.

@@waterfallmadman Thanks. I had really nice weather that day. Mostly clear. Great for my drone footage. Views were incredible.

@@Zoomdak Thank you. I really enjoyed that hike and was happy to get some awesome drone shots.

@@wanderingoutyonder Absolutely. It is a special place and I'm glad I live here. Thanks for watching.

@@stevecopenhaver6152 I was surprised to see wildflowers at all but there they were close to the top. I'm so glad I had a great day. The views were amazing and I was able to capture great footage with the drone. Thanks for watching.

@@nwhiking3398 Thank you. It was such a great hike. I started on the PCT off of road W-2000. I believe it's the Rock Creek Pass Trailhead.

@@pyronymph-868 My pleasure. I'm glad you liked the views. That's what my channel is all about. If you are unable to make it to these spots then I will bring it to you through my videos. This was one of my favorite view hikes I have done.

@@mydearriley The creek has many waterfalls. Many small tumbling falls, a few 20 footers, a 25 footer called Fan Falls, a 50 footer, and a 35 footer. Dog Creek is popular for canyoneering for this reason. I didn't go very far down the creek as I wasn't equipped to do so but it was beautiful for sure.

@@waterfallmadman Thanks. I did that one in June. I don't know what flowers they were but they were super beautiful. Waterfall was flowing real nice. A lot of trees and branches around so I had limited drone footage but still got a nice shot of it.

@@GlitteryTreatsASMR Appreciate it. Thanks for the sub. It's a wonderful spot here in the PNW.

@@stevecopenhaver6152 Thank you very much. My drone footage was limited due to a lot of trees and branches around the wayerfall but I got the best footage I could get. I don't typically track my hiking mileage or elevation gain but I track all the hikes so if I wanted to I could figure it all out at the end of the year. I only track my running mileage consistently.

@@pyronymph-868 Yeah it's really hot out. I did this hike back in June. Thanks for watching.

It is nothing short of a wonderful experience. Great decision to slow it down for your gf given she was new to backpacking. You absolutely must complete the Loowit trail around Helens to complete the full set of mountains. I have a video on that trail if it helps. I am thinking of doing Adams this year and maybe I'll do Eagle Creek which I can't believe I haven't done yet. Wonderland trail next year. I hope you get around to doing the Loowit trail. Let me know how it went.

@@theweeknder Stevenson, WA. Trailhead is unmarked. Driving east on Ryan-Allen Rd. right before it crosses with Aalvik Rd. there is a fire hydrant on the right side of road. There is a small area to park on a grass patch. Look for a trail right across from a telephone pole. You can see it in my video. Hope this helps. Would not recommend summer to see as it will be mostly dried up. Winter best time.

Not long at all. It's only about a 1/4 mile to the falls so 1/2 mile total out and back. There is a loop hike as well that starts at the same trailhead to see views overlooking the gorge. Very short as well, about 1/2 mile. If you do both hikes should take less than an hour.

It was incredible. One of the best view hikes I have done.

@@BenHikesMoore Awesome. Thanks for the suggestion. I will definitely have to check it out.

@@TrailStrider909 Thanks so much. I thought that would make a great intro. It's a real grind to get to the top but so worth it. Definitely on my list for top views. I'll have another video with similar views coming out in a few weeks with more drone footage.

@@PacificNWHiker You bet and thanks for your words as well!!

@@travelinglovebugs7 It's 3 miles total out and back. So 1.5 miles going up it's about 1,000 ft. of elevation gain. Definitely not easy but it's a short trail and it's all downhill when you are returning to the trailhead. There are some nice viewpoints along the way to stop and rest. Trail gets rocky towards the top. When I went saw no one else on the trail. I didn't have the clearest of days when I went but if you do the views are sure to be better than mine.

@@WallowaHikes Thanks for watching. Glad I had a mostly clear day. Only Jefferson was difficult to see due to the haze. But it was a great hike.

Of course! Nicely done, by the way.

@@WallowaHikes Thanks for the feedback. I'm having a blast using it so I will put more drone footage in my videos.

Very true. Dangerously beautiful.

@@javierperezvaldez I did this early September. Water crossings are easier and no mosquitoes. The weather was great. It's chilly at night and in the morning but nothing a light jacket can't handle. I have a full gear review video of what I brought if you're interested. Highly recommend this hike. I could only fit so many highlights in my video.

Late summer/early fall

Nothing better than falling asleep to the sound of water! Thanks for bringing us along 👍

@@idahomountainlover754 Thanks for watching. Glad you liked the video. It was such a beautiful hike. I could only include so many highlights without the video getting too long. The creeks, rivers, and streams were awesome on this trail.

Haha. All of my hikes are solo. That's how I get my solitude. Alone can be a good thing. Loneliness is something different. Never felt lonely on the trail. I had a blast. Wish there were more miles. Thanks for checking out the video even if it was too much to bear.

@@jonschmitt232 Glad you enjoyed the video. This hike is a definite must. I could only fit in so many highlights. Haven't done any skiing on Mt. Hood but that would be lots of fun too. Ain't no shortage of activities here in the PNW.

@@markhawkins1499 Thank you. Too windy to get drone footage but my next video will blow you away with sick views.

@@GettingToHeaven Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed it. I really loved that backpacking trip. Hope to do it again sometime.

@@stevecopenhaver6152 Thank you. I try to capture the best features on the trail. Glad you liked the footage.