Hay Hoag, Love ya and we are also former Californians. We moved to Knoxville 5 years ago and love it just like you but, watched this video and we understand your frustration but your "California was showing". You're very good so keep it real and enjoy it for what it is........Tennessee that we love.
My son works on the crew that maintains Cades cove trails. They work their butts off on those trails. The entire crew is dedicated to keeping the trails beautiful for us to enjoy. We agree with you on the traffic in the cove. It’s beyond ridiculous. We call it deer jams lmbo. Love your videos. Keep on hiking y’all.
I think a lot of people make the mistake of thinking a hike is just a typical walk... like as if they were taking a walk around the block in their own neighborhood or going sightseeing on vacation. They don't really stop to think on a hike, there are different terrains you might have to adjust to, some places might be steeper than others, and also having all those woods around means more snakes and more bugs (including ones that bite and possibly give you a disease). There are a lot of things to take into consideration, including a person's own health and abilities when deciding if and where they hike. Hiking is great, but you're right, you do have to be prepared!
Get a map & find your short cut to Townsend from the 1/2 way point, I don't remember the name of the road. One lane is perfect, keeps the lead footers from annoying us LOL.
Abrams falls is a nice, manageable trail with the payoff of the Falls at the end. I've only done the hike in the fall and would probably be miserable trying to hike in the Smokies in the heat and humidity of the summer. Love the Smokies in the Fall.
Just arrived in Friendsville Tn, Weds, in our new home. From upstate N.Y. love the area and the people. Would like to meet people in area who have migrated here as well.
You ALWAYS need a sidekick. Where would Bullwinkle be without Rocky, Ren without Stimpy, Spanky without Alfalfa, Abbott without Costello, Roadrunner without Wylie Coyote. Nice video, I'm glad Babs aka Sidekick is in more videos. You guys make a GREAT team. Be well.
I have the solution to avoiding the traffic in Cades Cove. Don't go. It was not intended to be an interstate. And there are many visitors not physically able to hike or ride a bike.
Heheeh seriously ya'll crack me up(specially with that carpet) but i LOVE the sound of the diesel. My babytruck is also a diesel- but also the lovely unicorn standard- I'm just up here in Powell- not far from ya'll.- Eventually gonna come down and get me some donuts!!!
We just moved here to Tennessee a month ago because it’s too cold in Colorado. Hahahhaha well not much of a difference between both of them states. Hahahahha. I live south Nashville. It’s beautiful here. Hope I can enjoy the state with warmer weather soon.
I did a lot of camping in Mt. Lemmon, AZ. We always went to the same area and hoped we got the biggest spot to set up. The biggest spot had the perfect tree for my step dad to put a swing on. He was very good at making things. That swing stayed there for some years. Other campers loved using it.
The whole point of the park back when it was founded, was that it was a drive-thru park ... the first of its kind. And also, who camps here in July? hahaha. Hot, moist, and sticky ... extra itchy too.
I'm gonna fight you bro :-) ....Cades Cove is not over rated. But you are quite justified to bitch about the traffic - it's been like that since I been visiting the Cove (over 30 years). Despite the numerous signs to pull over when stopping, people just don't do it. (BTW the traffic back ups are affectionately called "Bear Jams"). Just stumbled upon your videos and I especially love the camping videos.
Dude, I'm here in Knoxville! Heading to Maryville tomorrow so I guess I will miss you & Sidekick. Then on to the mountains for the rest of the week. Looks beautiful there. Can't wait! Happy camping pal!
No it's not. It's Norris lake. Here in Tennessee the name comes first. Sorry didn't mean to be rude or anything just letting you know. Enjoy the many waters here in East Tennessee.
We came to Knoxville for the week and felt right at home since Del Rio is hot 🥵. Due to you and these videos we were able to hook up with Mandy and secured a home 🏠. Super blessed and thankful for your videos! Hope to thank you in person one day. ✌🏼
Yup, ya want to go see nature, walk or hike to it, go ride a bike to it....get your lazy ass out of the car. Any person that enters that park can see what an amazing spot it is and anyone with half a brain can understand what thousands of idling cars, daily, will do to it and the impact it has. I left California at the door just like you left clearly left your education.
@@Hoagmatthew that's such a nice thing to Say about a man that's worked all my life and now can't walk but just a little ways. KEEP LIVING,YOU'LL SOMEDAY UNDERSTAND! CALIFORNIA AHOLE!
Ahh the hot bugs (Cicadas) of summer sound which means fall is just around the corner! Yay! I agree with you on Cades Cove, just bicycles and hiking. Sitting in a traffic jam is not my ideal of relaxing in the forest! Lol Tell your side kick that I would be high knee running too. Yikes!
I refuse to tent camp period lol. We had a 31’ camping trailer that we sold when the kids quit going. Too bad Macey couldn’t go. Beautiful campground ⛺️🌳 I have never owned a tent. Hubby went camping in NorCal with a tent and his camping/race buddy took it home. I’d be afraid of critters getting in the tent or food…😳 The other day a brown bear somewhere ate a tourist and mauled 1-2 others…😢 Wow that traffic back was like the 15 freeway currently lol. Ortega highway closed this weekend…My surgery is Monday. I’ll be watching in recovery 🙂
Enjoying y'alls Smoky Mountain Mondays 👍🏼. Just a suggestion for next smores: Reese's PB cups instead of Hershey's chocolate 😋, fight me, I don't care 😉.
@@boardgameman6298 I lived in North Carolina (borders TN) for a decade, and have since moved to CA. I'm in the Central Valley area, and even the heat here is a total joke in comparison.
Listen you you "Mr Yosemite" saying the most visited spot in he most visited national Park in the country is overrated....lol...hilarious....and Yosemite is just a big ole hot steam hole lol
Hay Hoag, Love ya and we are also former Californians. We moved to Knoxville 5 years ago and love it just like you but, watched this video and we understand your frustration but your "California was showing". You're very good so keep it real and enjoy it for what it is........Tennessee that we love.
My son works on the crew that maintains Cades cove trails. They work their butts off on those trails. The entire crew is dedicated to keeping the trails beautiful for us to enjoy.
We agree with you on the traffic in the cove. It’s beyond ridiculous. We call it deer jams lmbo. Love your videos. Keep on hiking y’all.
I think a lot of people make the mistake of thinking a hike is just a typical walk... like as if they were taking a walk around the block in their own neighborhood or going sightseeing on vacation. They don't really stop to think on a hike, there are different terrains you might have to adjust to, some places might be steeper than others, and also having all those woods around means more snakes and more bugs (including ones that bite and possibly give you a disease). There are a lot of things to take into consideration, including a person's own health and abilities when deciding if and where they hike. Hiking is great, but you're right, you do have to be prepared!
Was in Oakmount the last day of the season last November.
The Office snippets are the best 😂😂😂
🤣 I knew someone would appreciate them
Get a map & find your short cut to Townsend from the 1/2 way point, I don't remember the name of the road. One lane is perfect, keeps the lead footers from annoying us LOL.
Moved from Atlanta to Colorado Springs, soooooo don't miss the humidity, or bugs.
Abrams falls is a nice, manageable trail with the payoff of the Falls at the end. I've only done the hike in the fall and would probably be miserable trying to hike in the Smokies in the heat and humidity of the summer. Love the Smokies in the Fall.
Just arrived in Friendsville Tn, Weds, in our new home. From upstate N.Y. love the area and the people. Would like to meet people in area who have migrated here as well.
Just make sure not to bring the same failed political beliefs that ruined N.Y to TN and I'm sure the people of TN will welcome you with open arms!
You ALWAYS need a sidekick. Where would Bullwinkle be without Rocky, Ren without Stimpy, Spanky without Alfalfa, Abbott without Costello, Roadrunner without Wylie Coyote. Nice video, I'm glad Babs aka Sidekick is in more videos. You guys make a GREAT team. Be well.
I have the solution to avoiding the traffic in Cades Cove. Don't go. It was not intended to be an interstate. And there are many visitors not physically able to hike or ride a bike.
Have you camped at Abrams Creek campground? It’s the most southern entrance in Happy Valley. It’s tiny but sites on water are beautiful.
You guys need to get your Southern on. You need a Lodge iron skillet. Just saying.
yep
Heheeh seriously ya'll crack me up(specially with that carpet) but i LOVE the sound of the diesel. My babytruck is also a diesel- but also the lovely unicorn standard- I'm just up here in Powell- not far from ya'll.- Eventually gonna come down and get me some donuts!!!
We just moved here to Tennessee a month ago because it’s too cold in Colorado. Hahahhaha well not much of a difference between both of them states. Hahahahha. I live south Nashville. It’s beautiful here. Hope I can enjoy the state with warmer weather soon.
I did a lot of camping in Mt. Lemmon, AZ. We always went to the same area and hoped we got the biggest spot to set up. The biggest spot had the perfect tree for my step dad to put a swing on. He was very good at making things. That swing stayed there for some years. Other campers loved using it.
The whole point of the park back when it was founded, was that it was a drive-thru park ... the first of its kind. And also, who camps here in July? hahaha. Hot, moist, and sticky ... extra itchy too.
LOOK! A CHIPMUNK!
I'm gonna fight you bro :-) ....Cades Cove is not over rated. But you are quite justified to bitch about the traffic - it's been like that since I been visiting the Cove (over 30 years). Despite the numerous signs to pull over when stopping, people just don't do it. (BTW the traffic back ups are affectionately called "Bear Jams"). Just stumbled upon your videos and I especially love the camping videos.
Try to relax about the cove.
Dude, I'm here in Knoxville! Heading to Maryville tomorrow so I guess I will miss you & Sidekick. Then on to the mountains for the rest of the week. Looks beautiful there. Can't wait! Happy camping pal!
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Have fun!
Hike smart ways
Can't camp in the summer anymore...sticky, stinky, buggy, humid, and miserable heat, no can do
That's what drove me out of the South ultimately. I loved how kind people were, but the weather was terrible.
Camping day's.🌳🌳🏊🏊🔥🔥
They are the best!
Besides the bumper to bumper, what a WONDERFUL time! The Hoags ROCK!
Tennessee lives slower than CA. Relax and enjoy! Take the road on Wed or Sat AM as it is closed to cars! Best bike ride ever !
Kyle Rittenhouse did nothing wrong. Ditch the t shirt
Ditch your opinion and ditch this channel
@@Hoagmatthew lololol
I go swimming at the lake. To cool off. Anderson County Park, Andersonville.
Isn't that Lake Norris?
@@candysmith8724 yes!
No it's not. It's Norris lake. Here in Tennessee the name comes first.
Sorry didn't mean to be rude or anything just letting you know. Enjoy the many waters here in East Tennessee.
the new twist is the marsh mellows with chocolate inside :)
I just came back from my camping trip to Angeles Crest, so dry up there. Soon you going to hit 10 k subs , congrats 👏
We came to Knoxville for the week and felt right at home since Del Rio is hot 🥵. Due to you and these videos we were able to hook up with Mandy and secured a home 🏠. Super blessed and thankful for your videos! Hope to thank you in person one day. ✌🏼
Shoulda left ye Californee Idee's in Californee! Close down Cades Cove to Cars? What the Heck?!
Yup, ya want to go see nature, walk or hike to it, go ride a bike to it....get your lazy ass out of the car. Any person that enters that park can see what an amazing spot it is and anyone with half a brain can understand what thousands of idling cars, daily, will do to it and the impact it has. I left California at the door just like you left clearly left your education.
@@Hoagmatthew that's such a nice thing to Say about a man that's worked all my life and now can't walk but just a little ways. KEEP LIVING,YOU'LL SOMEDAY UNDERSTAND! CALIFORNIA AHOLE!
@@Hoagmatthew by the way, you was in a Motorized Vehicle when you said all that Crap! Hypocrite!
Ahh the hot bugs (Cicadas) of summer sound which means fall is just around the corner! Yay! I agree with you on Cades Cove, just bicycles and hiking. Sitting in a traffic jam is not my ideal of relaxing in the forest! Lol Tell your side kick that I would be high knee running too. Yikes!
Side Kick! Love it!
Take Rich mountain road out of cades cove and you will plenty of bears
100% agree the vehicles need to go. The Razors are a joke. Loud and terrible exhaust. Might as well be at a demolition derby.
get water from the stream/river/lake, Hike on
I refuse to tent camp period lol. We had a 31’ camping trailer that we sold when the kids quit going. Too bad Macey couldn’t go. Beautiful campground ⛺️🌳 I have never owned a tent. Hubby went camping in NorCal with a tent and his camping/race buddy took it home. I’d be afraid of critters getting in the tent or food…😳 The other day a brown bear somewhere ate a tourist and mauled 1-2 others…😢 Wow that traffic back was like the 15 freeway currently lol. Ortega highway closed this weekend…My surgery is Monday. I’ll be watching in recovery 🙂
the park could run a shuttle
Enjoying y'alls Smoky Mountain Mondays 👍🏼. Just a suggestion for next smores: Reese's PB cups instead of Hershey's chocolate 😋, fight me, I don't care 😉.
It's been pretty nasty here in CA as well. High 80's but the humidity has been nasty. Camping isn't camping without smores!
There is no "humidity" in CA compared to the South. Zip, zero, nada. lol.
@@doctordarcy8385 You are definitely right about that but we used to get nothing but dry heat. Not the last few years.
@@boardgameman6298 I lived in North Carolina (borders TN) for a decade, and have since moved to CA. I'm in the Central Valley area, and even the heat here is a total joke in comparison.
That looked amazing! What was that park called?
The Great Smokey Mountain National Park ....Cades Cove Campground, great place to camp or RV
Never mind. I guess I need to read. 😂
wow 20 a night in cali it is double.
They are trying to solve the car problems in the cove
Listen you you "Mr Yosemite" saying the most visited spot in he most visited national Park in the country is overrated....lol...hilarious....and Yosemite is just a big ole hot steam hole lol
Camping with bigfoot and dogmen!