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Apologies for how dark parts of this video are. I am still learning how to video and "exposure" settings were a little foreign to me at the time😂. I have improved since this video. In fairness it was a mostly overcast day and in the trees, but I could have increased the exposure setting.

That looked like fun, thanks for taking us along!

Very nice video. I enjoyed watching it. Thanks for sharing. 👍1

"Yikes" is right! Just watching makes me itch.

How far in are the waterfalls? I have a women’s hiking group here in KC. Would you ever lead a group through here, say in the fall? Thanks!

Something to keep you warm when you stop and dry when it rains, and extra socks and a warm hat.

Very nice video. Thanks for sharing. 👍5

Nice video. Thanks for sharing. subd & 👍9

Your video is a good overview of the trails at Gans Creek Wild Area. Thank you! Gans Creek has a loyal following of hikers & trail runners. As your video suggests, the area is just a couple of minutes south of Columbia, yet you feel like you are transported further south deeper in the Ozarks. We also enjoy volunteering with both Rock Bridge Memorial State Park & the COMO Trails Association in the area.

_Cool and inspiring video._

Enjoyed your video...thanks! We walked the Hart Creek Trail several months ago and agree that it is a pleasant trail. We're glad to see a sign has been added for the spur to the viewpoint. There wasn't a sign when we walked and it will be helpful.

Good way to do a bit of the Katy trail without doing an out and back.

Looks like a fun hike.

Some good boulders, need some climbing shoes, pads and a Chalk bag my guy.

What an old guy. Lovely area. Deadly creek crossings...you're lucky to have made it out.

What an old guy. This is another abused area that has been ruined...beautiful still.

What an old guy. It's iconic and so overused that the area has been ruined. I recommend getting as close to the edge as possible.

What an old guy. Mt Judea is pronounced Mt Judy. That's a very unique and beautiful area, for sure. The clouds were cool. Right on dude.

Gorgeous presentation my friend

I quite like the idea of thinking deeply surrounded by so much peace and quiet. I often do so while sitting on a bench overlooking the ocean. Your way offers good exercise, too. With thanks and best wishes from Cape Town, South Africa.

Thanks for the video! We just mentioned this park several days ago and can't remember ever visiting. Your comments encouraged us to add it to our list for hiking.

It's been a few years, but I've fished off that dam

One of my favorite areas to explore. I enjoyed this video because I have not been to these falls. I used to lead photo outings for the Imagemakers Photo club to this area. We would mostly be in Boxley Valley. We went to Lost Valley which has Eden Falls and is loaded with wildflowers. I got introduced to this area when attending photo workshops put on by Tim Ernst. He had a house on a bluff above the Buffalo River not far from Hawksbill Crag. He has a nice guidebook called Arkansas Waterfall Guide and I have visited many of the falls in his book.

Awesome hike!

Looks like a video with the new camera. Looks great! It has been a few years since I have been up there but it is fun to watch and listen to the birds. Molly is a great photographer.

If only that cave could talk! Looks like a great adventure!

Humans on Earth.😢

Did that hike in the fall. The end was incredible! The hike back up was not so great😆

What a beautiful scenery! Stunning work my friend!

Love the advice 👍

I'm convinced

Nice video. I have never been to Big Bend. My favorite hikes/drives are in the San Juan Mountains around Silverton Colorado. I cannot wait for our annual trip coming up in July.

I've been wanting to get out there to the Ozark Trail. I've done a little bit of the Ozark Highland Trail in Arkansas.

Hi Randy. Nice video! I enjoyed watching and learning about this trail. I’ve never been to this area of the country so it’s nice learning about a new place. The water features were nice, but probably best after a nice rainfall. That tumble did quite a job on your hands. I just stumbled across your channel while searching for interesting hikes. I do lots of hiking and posting on CZcams myself. I looked through your channel, and I see you post lots of hikes and adventure videos. Right up my alley. I just followed your channel! It looks like I’m your 209th subscriber! Woohoo!!! I look forward to staying connected.

Live 5 miles from Elephant rock

Randy - I teach wilderness survival, hiking, camping and backpacking. - Rule 1, Never Hike Alone. 99% of all injured, lost or even permanently passed hikers over 100 years....Hiked Alone and unprepared. When I see hikers hiking alone, I ask them who their next of kin is and did they leave that detail with the rangers.

Also, not to be a killjoy, these “Indian Trail Trees” are not nearly old enough to have been manipulated by Indians. I’m a forester and these trees are shaped the way they are by natural occurrences such as wind and other trees falling on them.if you bore this tree you will find it’s not nearly as old as you think. Otherwise, a nice video.

He mispronounced the name of Mina Sauk Falls.

Wasting my time With you..

Another good video. We took a day trip over there from Eminence but spent too much time at Elephant Rocks and Johnson Shutins to get to see this trail.

If i could be...

I wonder how far the trail goes.

It appears that you did this video early enough that you didn't disrupt others that came to enjoy the park so Thank you for being considerate of others.

The dirt/mountain biking trails there are quite nice.