Exploring the Hidden Desert Christ Park in Yucca Valley

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    Hidden in Yucca Valley is a very unusual park full of biblical statues.
    Written by: Bethany Guerrero
    Cinematography and Visual Effects by: C. Drew Unser
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Komentáře • 93

  • @DovieRuthAuthor
    @DovieRuthAuthor Před 2 lety +11

    Loved the vintage still shot of the Christ statue being transported to the park via truck. I can't imagine what the other motorists were thinking when they saw that.

    • @OddityOdysseys
      @OddityOdysseys  Před 2 lety +4

      Probably several double-takes for sure, haha...

    • @mrdave777
      @mrdave777 Před 2 lety +3

      When they saw the statue being transported they more than likely said JESUS CHRIST. Just sayin, lol!

    • @random22026
      @random22026 Před 2 lety +3

      I know what I would be thinking: 'Jesus, TAKE THE WHEEL!' 😌😌

    • @peterbozzo1451
      @peterbozzo1451 Před 2 měsíci

      "HE is not here HE has risen"

  • @thestraydog
    @thestraydog Před 2 lety +15

    I'm so glad I found this channel a while ago, thanks for all the awesome journeys you've taken us on! :)

  • @marcusettling9016
    @marcusettling9016 Před 2 lety +14

    Thank you from Germany for another interesting video. If I should ever make it to California, I‘d have tons of spots to visit just by your amazing work. 👍

  • @stellatuifao2
    @stellatuifao2 Před 2 lety +8

    I was waiting for new episode from both of you. Thank you for new episode and many more to come 😍😍😍

  • @waderidsdale402
    @waderidsdale402 Před 2 lety +6

    Drew: " I'm going to drive without looking"
    Bethany : "What else is new"??
    That lovely young lady is a gold mine.

  • @gordybishop2375
    @gordybishop2375 Před 2 lety +4

    Another great California Love Tshirt. Awesome
    Thanks for showing us another oddity. You Rock.

    • @OddityOdysseys
      @OddityOdysseys  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you! This shirt is one we designed and it definitely works for any CA visits. :)

  • @barbzaenglein5418
    @barbzaenglein5418 Před 2 lety +3

    Happy to see your posts popping up again!

  • @arrjay2410
    @arrjay2410 Před 2 lety +4

    Interesting bit of folk art.

  • @coolhandscoot68
    @coolhandscoot68 Před 2 lety +5

    That was amazing never knew something like that was out there.

  • @vixstert.5642
    @vixstert.5642 Před 2 lety +3

    I've lived in California most of my life & didn't know about half of the places this channel has visited.
    Time to go exploring in my state!

  • @michaeldeal4846
    @michaeldeal4846 Před 2 lety +2

    Great video. I appreciate how respectfully it was done.

  • @michaelwalters7333
    @michaelwalters7333 Před 2 lety +4

    Thanks for the videos

  • @stevemoravec2555
    @stevemoravec2555 Před 2 lety +2

    With thanks from Saint Paul, Minnesota! ⚘

  • @WishfulWalkingVideos
    @WishfulWalkingVideos Před 2 lety +3

    When I see a new video, I drop Everything I am doing just to watch

  • @77yucca
    @77yucca Před 2 lety +1

    The desert has so many hidden gems.. this place is so cool!

  • @chueysmama2622
    @chueysmama2622 Před 2 lety +2

    LOVED this, I so enjoy seeing my old stomping grounds through fresh young eyes. Thank you

  • @stacyharvey3554
    @stacyharvey3554 Před 2 lety +3

    Another cool piece of oddity out in California. Never thought there was so many little cool sites like this out in California, but it's awesome to be able to see them even if we can't go and see them ourselves. Another awesome video, thank you!

  • @chrystalSexydiabetic
    @chrystalSexydiabetic Před 2 lety +2

    i am stoked you did this one!!! I was there last year this time!!!

    • @OddityOdysseys
      @OddityOdysseys  Před 2 lety

      That's awesome! Did you get a chance to see all the statues?

  • @Nickolaswright
    @Nickolaswright Před 2 lety +5

    Another fun and interesting odyssey. Always look forward to see what t-shirt Bethany will wear for the adventure. You guys have the perfect chemistry as hosts. Really enjoyed watching this on Sunday morning. “I think I see Jesus.” 😄Haha!

  • @cartman4885
    @cartman4885 Před 2 lety

    Thanks guys for taking us on another wonderful adventure................

  • @bobsg35
    @bobsg35 Před 2 lety

    I love the desert so much, thank you for showing this previously unkown treasure.

  • @noahcount7132
    @noahcount7132 Před 2 lety +3

    Very interesting oddity, Bethany and Drew. Thanks for the tour. While you're in the neighborhood I hope you visit the extremely unusual home Bev Doolittle built on the SE outskirts of the village of Joshua Tree.

  • @MrJojo2go
    @MrJojo2go Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks again!!!! 👍🏾😷👍🏻🇨🇦🇵🇭🇺🇸

  • @TheGKimble
    @TheGKimble Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for taking us along and sharing your adventure. It makes my Sunday seeing a new video on your channel :)

  • @BerndWeberDublin
    @BerndWeberDublin Před 2 lety +2

    Thanks for this great video.

  • @noreenvance5554
    @noreenvance5554 Před 2 lety +3

    You keep inspiring road trips for me and my kids! Thank you, I appreciate your work. :) Happy, safe and fun travels!!!

    • @OddityOdysseys
      @OddityOdysseys  Před 2 lety +2

      Love to hear that! Hope you guys get a chance to do some exploring soon. :)

  • @bradklaatu
    @bradklaatu Před 2 lety +2

    Another great video.

  • @roggaines8540
    @roggaines8540 Před 2 lety +1

    right on i,m glad you guys are back

  • @jaypie0864
    @jaypie0864 Před 2 lety

    The new Bethany is rockin! You go girl!

  • @vangwizard
    @vangwizard Před 2 lety

    Yaayyyyyy I'm so excited for future uploads.

  • @jonathanlapham2374
    @jonathanlapham2374 Před 2 lety +1

    Another very interesting find. So glad you are bringing these to us again. Love how well you two interact!

  • @brucevanderzanden9638
    @brucevanderzanden9638 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for sharing this park with us!

  • @vitaligent
    @vitaligent Před 2 lety +5

    The statue looking away was Judas.

  • @markphillips4643
    @markphillips4643 Před 2 lety

    I enjoyed the pacing of this episode. And the historical photos and documentation. Good stuff!

  • @BrianFolks
    @BrianFolks Před 2 lety +1

    Keep up the great "Howsering"!

  • @brillblonde6705
    @brillblonde6705 Před 2 lety

    I really love this one. What a cool place! Wonderful presentation.

  • @swankles3877
    @swankles3877 Před 2 lety

    Thanks to you two my wife and I visited Christ Park and Shiprock today. We used to explore all the time before Covid. You guys helped us get motivated to get back out there again and re-engage. Thank you B&D 😊

    • @OddityOdysseys
      @OddityOdysseys  Před 2 lety

      So glad to hear you and your wife were able to have an adventure in the desert. What did you guys think? Happy Sunday!

    • @swankles3877
      @swankles3877 Před 2 lety +1

      @@OddityOdysseys Christ Park and Shiprock were both excellent choices. We're in San Bernardino and appreciate sights in our desert, lots of cool things to see. I was going to send you an email, have you seen Bill Mann's guides to the Mojave Desert? He has documented hundreds of cool places to visit. I could possibly make a copy of mine if you're interested. Would be lots of good ideas for you 🙂

  • @mtgcardzandreview2756
    @mtgcardzandreview2756 Před 2 lety

    Great seeing you out and about sharing new sites for those who are interested.

  • @atotalwanka
    @atotalwanka Před 2 lety

    Ok who suggested the relaxing flute soundtrack?!?!
    Glad you two are back!

  • @nathanbugg3221
    @nathanbugg3221 Před 2 lety

    Thank you two for the great content. You rock

  • @njaneardude
    @njaneardude Před 2 lety +3

    Another great one guys! Probably find content galore in the high desert 😄 Supposed to be home to lots of weird stuff 😄

  • @paintingsbyjimhall
    @paintingsbyjimhall Před 2 lety

    I have been there in the early sixties what an amazing attraction. I have seen the little chapel as well.

  • @splinky730
    @splinky730 Před 2 lety

    I enjoyed my trip to this place- pretty amazing place.

  • @graceweber2822
    @graceweber2822 Před 6 měsíci

    We lived in Yucca Valley for a short time but haven't heard of this particular place. Interesting.

  • @rrelectric5159
    @rrelectric5159 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video guys. Thank you for sharing things of spiritual interest as well as historical. As always your video production is excellent. Keep up the good work!

  • @baddwolfmusic
    @baddwolfmusic Před 2 lety

    Love this episode

  • @gikar1948
    @gikar1948 Před 2 lety

    You two do the best travel videos on the Tube. I like the fact that you share your adventures and show us places we could visit.

  • @cmega3777
    @cmega3777 Před 2 lety

    Thanks!

  • @8ballout
    @8ballout Před 2 lety

    WOW! That's a very interesting and beautiful place. Thanks for sharing this trip. Bethany looks a bit different this time...

  • @loriwikoff1410
    @loriwikoff1410 Před 2 lety

    We will be in Palm Springs in April and definitely will see Desert Christ Park, thank you for showing it! I love your videos!

    • @OddityOdysseys
      @OddityOdysseys  Před 2 lety +1

      Hope you enjoy for your visit! Tell them we said, "Hello!" :)

  • @vinceg4532
    @vinceg4532 Před 2 lety +2

    Interesting visit. Were the statues made from plaster?

  • @vitaligent
    @vitaligent Před 2 lety +4

    Did anybody else jump when the Last Supper statue "ripped"?

  • @heynowls3058
    @heynowls3058 Před 2 lety

    Always look forward to what California shirt you are wearing.
    It’s fun. Great collection.
    Been to Pioneertown/Pappy’s?
    You were very close.

    • @OddityOdysseys
      @OddityOdysseys  Před 2 lety

      Alas, we drove through Pioneertown, but didn't have much time left that day, so we'll be back soon to give it the proper exploration it deserves. Thanks for watching!

  • @trawlins396
    @trawlins396 Před rokem

    Those statues are so beautiful. I'm so happy no one has complained about them and tried to cause trouble. Built as a response to the Cold War, to promote peace. The statue of Christ would've been so gorgeous in the Grand Canyon. 😥

  • @abermontano
    @abermontano Před 2 lety

    Have u guys ever thought of checking out glen tavern inn? Spooky, interesting history.

  • @LolGuffy
    @LolGuffy Před rokem +1

    i work the youtube channel of the church next to desert Christ park and if you ever return i can show you the history books about the church and the park from 1960 with the founders and to 2000 to present day and also we share the property so The Park and Church are one! even though they may have had to move the statues for our churches construction our church members in the 60's helped bring that Christ statue up that mountain and helped with other parts as well

  • @dtna
    @dtna Před 2 lety

    You should do an episode on "Crossroads of the World" in Hollyweird. I heard that they may demo some of it soon.

  • @daleskogman3306
    @daleskogman3306 Před 2 lety

    north west of fort irwin there are a couple of locations named Apollo and Mars, have you explored these areas?

  • @hyenamanlionkiller608
    @hyenamanlionkiller608 Před 2 lety

    👍🇨🇦

  • @cmega3777
    @cmega3777 Před 2 lety

    Catching up on your channel. Thanks You. P.S. Could the 12 statues be the disciples with Judas turned away?

  • @lware1
    @lware1 Před 2 lety +3

    Not that it matters but I am curious. Are you married to each other, dating or just friends? Beautiful chemistry and love the vids. I will never likely visit CA but if I do I will go some of the places you show. Great content

    • @OddityOdysseys
      @OddityOdysseys  Před 2 lety +3

      We're dating :) - Thank you for your kind words!

    • @anjachan
      @anjachan Před rokem

      @@OddityOdysseys you are a nice couple ☺

  • @diane6415
    @diane6415 Před 11 měsíci

    Its not big Deal. when you live there. They also do early sunrise on Easter

  • @rareroots
    @rareroots Před 2 lety

    Maybe Antone was a Rasta, all the statues have dreadlocks 🌞✌

    • @anjachan
      @anjachan Před rokem

      dunno, Rasta aren´t the only one with dreadlocks.

  • @esthert9146
    @esthert9146 Před 2 lety

    Are dogs allowed at the park?

    • @OddityOdysseys
      @OddityOdysseys  Před 2 lety

      To our knowledge - the park is pet-friendly & dogs are allowed as long as they're leashed and cleaned up after. :)

  • @amc5936
    @amc5936 Před 2 lety

    love you guys but at times your footage is blury, not clear. sad it was at the mosaic house also :(

  • @deandupont5503
    @deandupont5503 Před 2 lety

    I'm sorry, but... The big statue of Jesus looks like he's signaling a touchdown.

  • @oliverrasmussen4777
    @oliverrasmussen4777 Před 2 lety +1

    If J*sus lived today he would have been an atheist hippie❤

  • @anjachan
    @anjachan Před rokem

    I dunno ... I just don´t like Christianity on the land of the native americans ... not so respectful in my eyes. maybe its just me, being european. anyways ... somehow I like the white color.

  • @cmega3777
    @cmega3777 Před 2 lety

    Thanks!

  • @cmega3777
    @cmega3777 Před 2 lety

    Thanks!

    • @OddityOdysseys
      @OddityOdysseys  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much! Your generosity truly means a lot to us.