Zion National Park WITHOUT the shuttle | Canyon Overlook, Northgate Peaks, & the Watchman Trail

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  • čas přidán 11. 07. 2024
  • We visited Zion for the first time in 2018 and fell in love with the park’s gorgeous scenery. And we are so excited to be back and visit some of our favorites from our past trip, as well as some new spots!
    UPDATE: As of May 28, 2021, you not longer need a shuttle permit to ride the shuttle, you just have to wait in line to ride it. We hear the line for the shuttle is around 2 hours on busy days, so we'd suggest that you arrive VERY early, take a bike to the trailheads instead, or do some of these alternate hikes to avoid the chaos.
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    ⌚Timestamps
    00:00 Recap
    00:35 Zion Shuttle Info
    01:49 Sunrise at Canyon Overlook
    03:45 Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel
    05:06 Deep Creek Coffee Company
    08:00 How to pronounce Zion
    08:27 Kolob Terrace
    13:05 Watchman Trail
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  • @AdventuresofAplusK
    @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +16

    Visiting all of Utah's National Parks? Check out our 10 day Utah National Parks road trip eBook: adventuresofaplusk.com/utah-np-ebook/
    UPDATE: As of May 28, 2021, you not longer need a shuttle permit to ride the shuttle, you just have to wait in line to ride it. We hear the line for the shuttle is around 2 hours on busy days, so we'd suggest that you arrive VERY early, take a bike to the trailheads instead, or do some of these alternate hikes to avoid the chaos.
    3 Days at Zion and Bryce Canyon Travel Guide: adventuresofaplusk.com/3-days-at-zion-and-bryce-canyon-national-parks/
    ⬇️ Watch more Utah Vlogs & read our Utah guides
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    • @emelinerenz
      @emelinerenz Před 3 lety +1

      How do you holster your camera on your backpack shoulder strap?

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +2

      It's a Peak Design camera clip! It's the best! amzn.to/31P1jbC

    • @priscillagilbert6256
      @priscillagilbert6256 Před 3 lety +1

      We visited the week after 4th of July. No permits needed and the lines were not an issue when we went at 3:00 pm but it was HOT!! Our hotel recommended that we wait until after 3pm because it was 133 degrees so we took the Kolab route first. Also, we were so happy we passed by the little town of Virgin Utah on the way to the Kolab Reservoir and had a great lunch. It's 30 degrees cooler up there! There is a beautiful hidden scenic lookout at Lava Point.

    • @AmyKaylasVegas
      @AmyKaylasVegas Před 2 lety

      How early is "early" please?

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety +1

      We always suggest arriving to the national parks right before or around sunrise.

  • @ahhitskatie9094
    @ahhitskatie9094 Před 3 lety +15

    WOW. The sunrise at Canyon Overlook gave me goosebumps. Can only imagine how much more beautiful it had to be in person! Wow wow wow!!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +3

      SO dang beautiful, even though we were very uncomfortably cold hahah. Nothing beats seeing the canyon light up during sunrise 😍

  • @KissFromTheWorld
    @KissFromTheWorld Před 3 lety +7

    "National park and reserves are an integral aspect of intelligent use of natural resource. It is the course of wisdom to set aside an ample portion of our natural resources as national parks and reserves, thus ensuring that future generations may know the majesty of the earth as we know it today." Wonderful tour and... happy adventures. Cheers, Domenico.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +2

      Beautiful quote! We love the national parks and are grateful to have them to explore!

  • @hparry424
    @hparry424 Před 3 lety +2

    Love love love! Every time I go to Zion, I have a specific rock that I sit on for hours on the canyon overlook trail. It’s so good for the soul❤️

  • @hkhollman1
    @hkhollman1 Před rokem +3

    I just went to Zion in early November and we followed much of your itinerary. WE LOVED IT! Thanks for always showing alternative places and stuff off the beaten path. Your travels have inspired many of ours and next, we cannot wait to plan our trip to Vancouver island. Appreciating you from Southern California !

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před rokem

      That’s awesome! We’re glad you had a great trip! Thanks for letting us know and thanks for watching!

  • @ms.m7995
    @ms.m7995 Před 3 lety +6

    Thank you for highlighting the less traveled areas! Awesome job, as always!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Of course! We love getting to experience spots that aren't as popular, but still beautiful!

  • @teeshirt
    @teeshirt Před 3 lety +5

    My wife and I visited Zion back in 2020 before the world locked down, and your video brought back so many lovely memories! Great filmography and editing! Loving it!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +2

      What an epic trip to take before everything changed! Thanks for the kind words on the video!

  • @timpartain1301
    @timpartain1301 Před 3 lety +3

    Zion is in my top 3 parks I have visited. Love the trails & views. Definitely would visit again.

  • @rvtravelstayplay8154
    @rvtravelstayplay8154 Před 3 lety +1

    My wife and I are over 60, but you guys ROCK ! We never miss your videos... We have a 42’ Tiffin Coach and will be Full Timing in the next year or so... Stay Safe and keep the great content coming...

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      Thank you both so much for watching! ❤️ And huge congrats on almost full timing!

  • @nunofurbznes2799
    @nunofurbznes2799 Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you for the guides you've published. We're appreciating all the tips, and I can tell you've put a lot of work into them!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you so much! Been working really hard to provide as much value as we possibly can!

  • @bradgingerich6814
    @bradgingerich6814 Před 3 lety +2

    Mind blown!!!! 🤯🤯🤯 WOWZERS!!! They are back on a Monday already and folks they have delivered yet again! Zion National Park looks totally AWESOME!!!! Thank you so much for sharing...you have officially ended my Monday on a high note! May your socks ever be warm and dry. 🤩🤗🤯😍😁

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Happy Monday! Excited to begin kicking off the work week with vlogs! And we definitely need the warm and dry socks in a couple videos 😂

  • @vl8835
    @vl8835 Před 3 lety +7

    What a great video! Your cinematography was awesome.

  • @gwensoma7793
    @gwensoma7793 Před 3 lety +10

    A + K, your videos are so engaging, inspiring, helpful and fun. What sets you apart from other travel couples on YT is that you both seem so genuine and real. I love it and appreciate it! Thanks for all you do. Wishing you great success!

  • @michelecole6432
    @michelecole6432 Před 3 lety +2

    I love the tunnels and the Checkerboard Mesa. Zion is great!

  • @rosexoxo365
    @rosexoxo365 Před 3 lety +1

    Talk about a timely video. Thank you so much. I’m visiting in June and your videos have been so helpful. I’m excited!

  • @isaacmurillo6683
    @isaacmurillo6683 Před 3 lety +1

    Wow the sunrise at the Canyon overlook was stunning!!!! Thank you for sharing those moments 👌👌

  • @amandasmith5344
    @amandasmith5344 Před 2 lety

    You guys are a fun couple to watch- very engaging and real. Thank you for your reviews on the parks! They’re very helpful :)

  • @SteveAudra
    @SteveAudra Před 3 lety +1

    Seeing the sun come up and touch the top of the canyon is incredible! Another great adventure!

  • @sharischmidt4712
    @sharischmidt4712 Před 3 lety +1

    Great hikes!
    Beautiful views!!
    Thanks for taking us along 😎

  • @sherrybell5650
    @sherrybell5650 Před 3 lety +1

    Beautiful sunrise @ the overlook! Thanks for sharing. I love your content

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      The best view for the little effort in the park! Thanks so much for watching!

  • @brianmillard2699
    @brianmillard2699 Před 2 lety +1

    Zion Canyon Overlook Trail is the best bang for your buck trail in the country. My favorite.

  • @martinhershock9788
    @martinhershock9788 Před 2 lety +1

    Love your down to earth authenticity! Kudos to you both for making such engaging and informative videos. The framing of your videos and photos is wonderful. Thank you for sharing your travels with us!

  • @kimdenault4147
    @kimdenault4147 Před 3 lety +1

    We enjoy just watching your journeys. Thank You

  • @jamiewalters4
    @jamiewalters4 Před 3 lety +1

    Wow the morning sun on the rocks was gorgeous! So cool to explore less popular areas of any park... staying away form crowds is always a priority for us too. The sunset hike on watchman trail looked amazing!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      The crowds have been wild at the parks this year, starting early has paid off big time!

  • @annette3488
    @annette3488 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video!! Will be in Zion on Thursday! Thanks for the listing the travel guides going to check them out now!

  • @kimiastewart6293
    @kimiastewart6293 Před rokem

    Love the views, so picturesque

  • @jymnmeier3527
    @jymnmeier3527 Před 3 lety +10

    Absolutely beautiful

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +4

      That's correct! Zion like Lion! We were shocked when we learned we had been saying it wrong. But this is just the beginning of Utah pronunciation explanations in our videos lol! Turns out they say things differently here than we would...oops!

    • @psychlover42
      @psychlover42 Před rokem

      @@AdventuresofAplusK As a Utahn born and raised, I can confirm we say things differently, especially in rural Utah. 😂

  • @Ostrom38
    @Ostrom38 Před rokem

    Love the info about how to see the park without the shuttle!

  • @happilyahippie
    @happilyahippie Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you so much for sharing this! I'll be visiting for the first time in a couple of weeks and I was so nervous figuring out all the logistics about getting into Zion. So grateful for this video to help calm my anxieties! :)

  • @austinmartin5029
    @austinmartin5029 Před 3 lety +1

    Love it! We just went to Zion in March, can’t wait to see what else you guys got up to while you were there. One of the best national parks for sure. 🤙🏼

  • @psychlover42
    @psychlover42 Před rokem

    You're the first CZcamsrs I've found that pronounce Zion correctly haha 😂 As a Utahn born and raised I appreciate you trying! 💕And yes we do pronounce it Zi-in, Hurricane is Hurri-kin, Kanab is Kuh-naab, and Panguitch is Payng-guitch, etc. 😂😂

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před rokem

      We try really hard to get pronunciations right when we travel! Utah has some unique ones! 😂

  • @tina1905
    @tina1905 Před 3 měsíci

    I love watching you guys! I’m so excited to go explore Zion in May!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 měsíci

      Awesome! We hope you have a great trip! If you need more help planning, check out our website where we have more Zion content as well as all the other 4 National Parks in Utah adventuresofaplusk.com/category/utah/
      Thanks and thanks for watching!

  • @LivinginOurNow
    @LivinginOurNow Před 3 lety +1

    Loved this video! Thanks for showing some of the less populated areas to give folks an idea of places to check out if they are wanted to avoid crowds and/or can’t get a shuttle ticket. We’re anxiously awaiting the next Zi-yun vlogs 😉

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Absolutely! We really enjoyed visiting some of the lesser known spots! 🙌🏼

  • @Jelena1234ful
    @Jelena1234ful Před 3 lety +1

    I'm planning a road trip through southern Utah and northern Arizona so these videos are very helpful and a beautiful preview of what awaits me 😊

  • @JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers

    Stunning video! I paused several times to take a closer look! Wow! Love the bloopers too! “Spring break dance”🤣🤣 ~Cara

  • @NeverStopAdventuring
    @NeverStopAdventuring Před 3 lety +1

    That's great there's still so much to do there without the shuttle. We've been there in the past but there's still so much we want to go back and do!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      We were nervous at first since we didn’t plan to do the shuttle, but ended up loving everything we did!

  • @theoldno.7
    @theoldno.7 Před 3 lety +1

    I have watched sunrise at Grand Canyon multiple times and got goosebumps every time. This sunrise looks good as well. For how much I fell in love with the state of Utah, Zion Cameron is next on my list 😜

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Hahahahah be careful, he IS a secret agent 😂😂😂 Grand Canyon sunrises are AMAZING!

    • @karricompton
      @karricompton Před 2 lety

      The sunset at Grand Canyon is the most stunning thing I’ve ever seen in my life. The colors! 😍

  • @jackhphotog
    @jackhphotog Před 3 lety +1

    So fantastic!!!! I will be there for a one-day drive thru in June. Planning a return trip in September for 3 days. I am getting sooooo much great info from you guys. Thank you very much.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Visiting twice sounds amazing! Glad that we are able to help you with your trip!

  • @HamiltoncreekphotographyBrooke

    This gives us hope for us early risers this summer visiting Zion! Thanks for the amazing tips!!!!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      Yes!!! It’ll be sooo worth it to get up early!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Also, the sunrise in the summer is even earlier, so you’ll have even more of an advantage. For us, it was like 7 AM, so it’s not as early and more crowded.

  • @cmichaelhaugh8517
    @cmichaelhaugh8517 Před 2 lety

    Terrific series on Zion!

  • @bennetttyson8244
    @bennetttyson8244 Před 3 lety +1

    This is perfect! We’re going to Zion, Bryce and Page AZ in 1 week! 😍 Thanks for the video and inspiration!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      Yay! So happy it can help a bit! Bryce video won’t be out until next week, but hopefully the guide on our site can help (we just updated it after our most recent trip)!

  • @RangerMcFriendly
    @RangerMcFriendly Před 3 lety +2

    As a National Park Ranger I would love to post this to the official NPS Employees group page on Facebook. Trust me when I say that we love the idea of getting away from the shuttle areas! Exploring the Park like our forefathers before us. Plenty of Zion Rangers lurk in the group.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      Hi Ranger Derek! We'd love if you shared it! We of course do not want to overpopulate the less popular areas, but we do know that Zion is experiencing crazy crowds and shuttle headaches, so we are hopeful this video can help others open their mind to other areas!

  • @user-zh1nf5kr1r
    @user-zh1nf5kr1r Před 2 lety

    awesome. I visited 13 years ago when i lived in San Diego

  • @scottsbr8076
    @scottsbr8076 Před 3 lety +1

    We were just at Zion, Moab, and Bryce, Great trip, Thanks for sharing

  • @passengerc07c79
    @passengerc07c79 Před 3 lety +1

    About to make the trip next month. Great video for the info in this hard time. Many thanks.

  • @alexiskaycool
    @alexiskaycool Před 3 lety +1

    literally a perfect video. had all of the information i needed!

  • @michellerichardson4200
    @michellerichardson4200 Před 3 lety +1

    Wow, wow, wow!!! Can’t wait for your tomorrow video of Zion, whenever that may be!!😊

  • @elmaverick214
    @elmaverick214 Před 2 lety

    You two make the best traveling video's on CZcams ! Very informative!! A++++

  • @kayrobinett4570
    @kayrobinett4570 Před 3 lety +1

    We've been to Zion twice. The first time was in the late afternoon nearly 30 years ago. We were literally the only people there other than the rangers! Amazing! The second time was in high summer maybe 15 years ago. Never again due to the crowds. We have not been to the Kolob (spelling?) area. That looks gorgeous, and if we ever have to be there in the summer again, we will head there. Thanks you for showing us how nice that part of the park is!!!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      Oh wow, what a contrast of visits! The park is definitely very busy, but we loved exploring some of the other areas and were able to find a bit of solitude! There is so much more to do than just the 5 or so popular hikes!

  • @bladimirgenoves1080
    @bladimirgenoves1080 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing you all video and adventure. We were there couple of months ago and did not go thru the Overlook cause it was over crowded, but definitely won't missed it next time.

  • @midwestsmalltown
    @midwestsmalltown Před 3 lety +1

    First, I've never been to ZION and I was just sitting here in awe of the entire video. I mean, wow! Gorgeous. Second, I've REALLY appreciated your videography. I'm just a rookie, so it's really cool to watch the different B-Roll shots you are taking - I love your work. You really got the right shots on the sandstone and mountain edges...they just popped in your footage. Great job as always! Thankful

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      Thank you SO much! 😭❤️ We have been trying really hard to improve all aspects of our videos, including the actual filming. So this means a lot!

  • @jazziered142
    @jazziered142 Před 2 lety

    I am really afraid of heights, and overlook trail freaked me out in a couple of places. I know they rate it as easy, but if you're afraid of heights, it's not. But the view was beautiful and I'm extremely happy I did it.

  • @pamelakern2849
    @pamelakern2849 Před 3 lety +1

    This video was amazing!! 🤩🤩

  • @kaylaandmarkalan
    @kaylaandmarkalan Před 3 lety +1

    So stunning! Those hikes looked amazing. I bet you guys were exhausted afterwards though! 😂

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      Sooo tired! This was day 4 of 6 days filming nonstop, so we were extra exhausted 😅😅

  • @BopjoWebDesign
    @BopjoWebDesign Před 3 lety +2

    Great video guys! I'm really enjoying your Utah series. It is such an amazing State! I hope you go to Canyonlands and Arches. I've never been to Zion, and what I was hearing about the crowds was turning me off, but your video has me wanting to go. I was under the impression you HAD to do the Shuttle to enter the park, but now I see you can drive your own vehicle and that's great. Thanks for clearing that up.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Glad we could clarify! It's only a small portion you need the shuttle for and unless you are dying to do Angels Landing or the Narrows (highly recommend the Narrows), you don't have to drive it! The crowds are bad mid-day, but early and late they are totally manageable!

  • @shortiepersist
    @shortiepersist Před 3 lety +2

    I just started watching your channel. I truly enjoy it. You guys definitely make me miss traveling. Zion is my favorite National Park! Keep up the good work.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you so much Kelly! We are so glad to have you join our adventures. Zion is truly a special place!

    • @shortiepersist
      @shortiepersist Před 3 lety

      @@AdventuresofAplusK Yes, it is special. I will actually be moving from Orlando to Las Vegas in June, so Zion will be closer to me and that means I get to visit more often than before. You guys stay safe and looking forward to your next vlog.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      That is amazing! You'll be close to SO many epic places! The West rocks!

  • @suzanneaydelotte801
    @suzanneaydelotte801 Před 3 lety +1

    That sunrise was so bright and so beautiful how it lit up the gorgeous rock! After watching you hike back down in the sunlight, I noticed how some of that hike might be a little scary to do with only headlamps and phone flashlights! 😬 Another great video with so much beauty!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      The sunrise was incredible! Nothing like seeing the canyon light up 😍😍 The hike is definitely not the easiest in the dark, but thankfully it’s quick and they have a lot of hand rails!

  • @amrashid
    @amrashid Před 3 lety +1

    I just started watching you both over the last week to help plan my trip for Glacier this upcoming summer. Little did I know that yall have family in Houston (I'm from Houston) and Austin! Love watching yall, the content is amazing! Keep up the great work!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Woo, go Texas! And thank you so much for watching! You will LOVE Glacier! Not sure if you have heard, but the Going to the Sun Road now has a permit system, so make sure to plan ahead! I am not sure if it'll be as competitive as the Zion shuttle, but definitely don't want to miss that drive!

  • @samrodriguez4039
    @samrodriguez4039 Před 3 lety +1

    Wow we are at Zion too heading to Bryce then Arches. We did the Observation Point it was awesome. Love your videos! I can see how much work you put into them!

  • @Afton32
    @Afton32 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much for this video and your time stamps! My BFF and I only have one day in Zion (like Lion but Zion ☺️) and we were thinking about just skipping The Narrows and Angels landing all together because we are going in June and that’s their most traveled month we’ve heard. Thanks for all of these ideas to do outside of the normal stuff!

  • @thatmichiganguy
    @thatmichiganguy Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for this video.
    I'm going there on 4th of July weekend.

  • @donstravelsandrants.
    @donstravelsandrants. Před 3 lety +1

    Breathtaking.

  • @angelsandapples
    @angelsandapples Před 3 lety +1

    Love your videos - so informative and helpful ! And your adorable personalities .

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      We are so glad you find them informative and helpful! We really want to make them a resource for others hoping to explore these spots! ❤️

    • @angelsandapples
      @angelsandapples Před 3 lety +1

      Absolutely. Your filming is spectacular but its those essential logistics you provide as you chat that can make or break a trip. For example, I had zero idea shuttle tickets must be purchased months in advance and sell out with “Taylor Swift” speed. Duh me. Already missed my window, so greatly appreciate your alternate hiking routes in Zion. Will consider your videos a “must see” for future trip planning.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      This means a ton to us! Our main goal is to help others travel and while logistics aren't always exciting to talk about, they really can make or break a trip! We're sorry to hear you missed the shuttle tickets (you can try again 5 PM the night before!), but there is still SO much to see and do nearby (we have two more videos we posted after this one with more ideas too!). We hope you have a great time!

    • @angelsandapples
      @angelsandapples Před 3 lety

      👍👍👍

  • @stargazer5073
    @stargazer5073 Před 3 lety +2

    You do the best videos! Keep it up!

  • @like2befishing197
    @like2befishing197 Před 2 lety

    We visited many of the same sites and loved Springdale! You seem very happy with your life style… I hope you truly are!

  • @redcreekfarm4305
    @redcreekfarm4305 Před 3 lety +1

    Love this channel!! ❤️

  • @craftytraveler9238
    @craftytraveler9238 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for this video. We will be there in a couple of weeks. We are both 70 and don't hike the long trails and we have our dog. I hope to walk on the Par us trail and take our dog. We won't be going on the tram either.

  • @joycemoses2411
    @joycemoses2411 Před 3 lety +1

    Beautiful! It looked like you were visiting two different parks!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      That is what it felt like! It was really cool to see the diverse views in the park!

  • @vegasstoker9647
    @vegasstoker9647 Před 3 lety +1

    That's beautiful !

  • @JH-mt3pp
    @JH-mt3pp Před 3 lety +1

    We got the tunnel to ourselves in 2018. They gave us a baton to hand to the ranger on the opposite side meaning we were the last car through. There was an RV waiting to go through and he need the entire tunnel. I'm glad he was driving it and not me lol.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      Ah nice! We would be scared to go in there with a huge RV! Definitely have to ride in the middle haha

  • @joshuawillman8769
    @joshuawillman8769 Před 3 lety +2

    You guys are the best! Going out to Glacier National park in June, and have been watching your videos over them and many other parks!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Have the BEST time at Glacier! Still our #1 park!

    • @joshuawillman8769
      @joshuawillman8769 Před 3 lety

      @@AdventuresofAplusK do you know how much is open mid June at glacier? Couldn’t remember what time of year you guys went because I know some things are closed off in may and early June

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      We went early August and things had opened up a little later in 2020 due to snow (The Highline Trail had just opened a few days before). The Going-to-the-Sun Road may be open by then and you'll be able to do most of the things we did, but the Highline Trail may not be (the Loop is usually more accessible earlier in the summer). You do need a permit to drive the Going-to-the-Sun road this year, so make sure to plan ahead for that! We also hear the East side will be open, so you'll have more areas you can explore than we did!

    • @joshuawillman8769
      @joshuawillman8769 Před 3 lety

      @@AdventuresofAplusK thank you! Did not know we needed a permit for the going to the sun road. We are staying on the east side so it’s perfect that it will hopefully be open.

  • @user-wd8rt7nf5w
    @user-wd8rt7nf5w Před 3 lety

    웅장하고 아름답고
    멋진 자이언 즐감하고감니다

  • @cocochanel9291
    @cocochanel9291 Před 3 lety +1

    One day......thanks for the video!

  • @mrtonyvillagomez
    @mrtonyvillagomez Před 3 lety +1

    You guys are great! More videos please 😁

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Hahah thanks Tony! Two videos a week is about as much as we can humanly crank out! 💪🏼

  • @140corvairbuggy5
    @140corvairbuggy5 Před 3 lety

    I leave in the morning for Zion with my two grandsons. I have been to Zion 4 times, best seen on a bike.

  • @drone_boss
    @drone_boss Před rokem

    My favorite! Zion!

  • @ouamaiahtra6722
    @ouamaiahtra6722 Před rokem

    I love you guys!

  • @debrabalawajder2617
    @debrabalawajder2617 Před 3 lety +1

    Really enjoyed the video! We’ve been to Zion several times; I never get tired of it! We will have to do the Northgate Trail the next time we’re there!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      We are so glad Debra! What has been your favorite hike at the park?

    • @debrabalawajder2617
      @debrabalawajder2617 Před 3 lety

      @@AdventuresofAplusK I can’t choose between Angels Landing (which I had to mentally decide that I could do it) and the Narrows (hiking in the water in a beautiful, amazing slot canyon)!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      The Narrows is sooo amazing! One of our all time favorite hiking experiences!

  • @Kitchdmn3
    @Kitchdmn3 Před 3 lety +1

    We plan to go in September. We’re going to follow all the tips to get tickets, but this eases my stress of the possibility of not winning the “shuttle lottery”. Good to see we can still have some nice views if we don’t get ‘em! Thx!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      We’re so glad this could ease some stress! There is still so much to see and do without the shuttle! We have two more videos from Zion, one is a great Angels Landing replacement (higher up view and less sketchy) and the other is a fun Narrows replacement called Kanarra Falls that is outside of the park.

    • @Kitchdmn3
      @Kitchdmn3 Před 3 lety

      @@AdventuresofAplusK I’ll probably never get my wife up angels 😂, but the Narrows we’re really hoping for!!!!! Thx!

  • @allisonsherman7231
    @allisonsherman7231 Před 3 lety +1

    I see some of the scenes you have in your videos and I see wallpaper for phones:)))
    Here comes 50K. 🎉🎉🎉

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      Zion is a photographer/videographers paradise! 😍 And eeeeek, so close! 🎉

  • @MichaelYoungblood1
    @MichaelYoungblood1 Před 2 lety +1

    I’ll keep my comment short for once. This is a great idea for a series on Zion. The park is so much more than just Angel’s Landing and The Narrows. Both are incredible spots but the whole park is jaw droopingly beautiful. Awesome job showcasing these other spots.
    Never knew it was pronounced Zi -in and not Zi-on. I think i am still going to stick with Zi-on.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 2 lety

      We really enjoy showing places that aren’t as popular, both in the NPs and outside of them. Lately we have found the crowds at popular spots just really makes the experience less fun for us. So it’s fun to share other options!
      Who knew?!

  • @saileagleswings
    @saileagleswings Před 3 lety +1

    National Geographic Quality. Hiked the Virgin River about 30+ years ago. Headed to the Black Hills in June; bumped into A+K CZcams videos researching the Black Hills where we will be in late June. Love following your adventures.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      You're too kind Richard! Have the best time in the Black Hills, we LOVED it there!

    • @michelecole6432
      @michelecole6432 Před 3 lety +1

      I thought A+K had the best guide to the Black Hills I have seen.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      Thank you so much, that means a ton to us!

  • @gundg2204
    @gundg2204 Před rokem

    Hey, you are a super duper symphatic couple. Keep up the good work 🙂
    All the best from Germany
    Kai

  • @michaelwilkinson2110
    @michaelwilkinson2110 Před 3 lety +2

    Adam and Kathryn, I think I've turned into an A and K groupie lately. Anyway, loved this video. We'll be in Zion the week before Memorial Day (no way we'd go in there during the holiday, no WAY, I wouldn't even go into GALVESTON on Memorial Day, which is just 50 miles down the road from us, much less the fourth most-visited NP in the country), and it's fun to watch you blazing a trail for us, so to speak.
    That parking lot at the Overlook Trail is said to be pretty small so sunrise was probably a good choice, hmn?
    Okay, hoping for Kolob Canyon (West Entrance) next time around, but as the Stones sang, "You Can't Always Get What You Want", so I'll take whatever you post!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      Hahahaha we had tried soooo hard to avoid holidays while in Utah and I took off a ton of time from work to do weekday stuff, but things are just very busy here (for good reason!). Thankfully we have found tons of solitude despite it by starting early and going to lesser visited areas. The parking lot is small, but there is a second parking lot up the road which we actually parked at (better for our big van) and when we drove through the area the next day around noon, people were parked _everywhere_ (insane!). We have two more Zion videos and you may get your wish 😉 Although, we ran into a closure there that altered our plans some, but we LOVED Kolob Canyons!

  • @johnrandazzo7158
    @johnrandazzo7158 Před 3 lety +1

    We drove the Kolob Canyon road. It was just beautiful.

  • @cathywarriner
    @cathywarriner Před 3 lety +1

    Zion Cameron secret agent 😂😂😂 you're so cute Kathryn ☺

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      😂😂😂 I really struggled trying to pronounce it the correct way

  • @pattismith9010
    @pattismith9010 Před 3 lety +1

    If you are near Arches you should check out Goblin Valley State Park. Crazy wild landscape you can climb in over down up and around. Hidden gem in Utah!

  • @ricky186sd123lol
    @ricky186sd123lol Před 3 lety +1

    Keep it up guys!!

  • @daveweaver-soloadventures5589

    I visited all 5 solo in May 2018, I must have just missed you guys

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      No way! We were there around Memorial Day that time!

    • @daveweaver-soloadventures5589
      @daveweaver-soloadventures5589 Před 3 lety

      @@AdventuresofAplusK i was at Arches on Memorial Day that year. So busy but I got in the park by 7am. Safe travels you 3

  • @owenarcher4861
    @owenarcher4861 Před 3 lety +1

    If your looking for a great place to eat, the Thunderbird Restaurant has some great food and they are known for their pies(it’s still my favorite restaurant 4 years later). It’s super secluded and a beautiful drive there.

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      Ooo thanks for the tip! We will have to check it out next time we are near Zion!

  • @sheafan1971
    @sheafan1971 Před 3 lety +1

    What a beautiful part of the country

  • @dennisstewart5660
    @dennisstewart5660 Před 3 lety +2

    I enjoy your videos

  • @jatraveler1277
    @jatraveler1277 Před 3 lety +1

    Kolob hikes are the best. No crowds..shhhh 😎

  • @bill1.4all8
    @bill1.4all8 Před 3 lety +1

    Fun fun🙂

  • @dylanfromflorida1619
    @dylanfromflorida1619 Před 3 lety

    I always thought it was pronounced Zion not zi-in 😂 can’t wait to go there some time! The 6 mile trail is a little long for me but I may have to make a exception for this one love watching your videos!

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      You and us both lol! And thankfully none of these hikes were too hard!

  • @christynguyen1220
    @christynguyen1220 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much for the info, my family is going to visit the Zion National Park in June , but there’s no way that I can get a shuttle tickets, so have no clue where/ what route is car allowed, came across your video I’ve learned some things.👍

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      We are glad this helped! It’s still a lot of fun even without the shuttle!

  • @louisdriscoll2580
    @louisdriscoll2580 Před 3 lety +1

    I’m riding a bike ...no worries about COVID passengers... plus it’s only 10 miles... that’s a warm up for me and my GF...69 years young

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      A bike is a great idea! If we had bikes we would’ve attempted that!

  • @erinjohnson8117
    @erinjohnson8117 Před 3 lety +1

    I watch a lot of different CZcams channels and I can totally see how some of them get dislikes, but I honestly have no clue how anyone can give you two dislikes. Your videos are amazing in every way! #trolls🙄

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety +1

      It’s honestly one of the biggest mysteries to us why anyone would take the time downvote a video (and therefore downvoting someone’s hard work), unless it was violent or super inappropriate. Thank you so much for the kind words! ❤️

  • @emeldaciubal2727
    @emeldaciubal2727 Před 3 lety +1

    You guys are cool! Lol love your out takes at the end. Heading to Zion around Memorial Day. Can’t wait to visit the park for the first time! Thank you guys for the great pointers! Any of those hikes okay to take on with toddlers?

    • @AdventuresofAplusK
      @AdventuresofAplusK  Před 3 lety

      Have an amazing time! The Kolob Terrace would be the easiest of the three, as it’s very wide (no drop offs) I tilt the end. The Canyon Overlook is short and not hard, but lots of ledges and drop offs, so depending on your comfort level, that may work. The Watchman is a bit longer and harder. The Pa’rus trail is also a flat, paved walkway from the visitor center that has great views and is very kid friendly!

  • @zaynegrey7056
    @zaynegrey7056 Před rokem

    That Taylor swift ticket reference ages well 😂