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Offa's Dyke Path - Stage Three | Black Mountains | Hiking | 4K
The Offa's Dyke Path is a long distance trail, along the border of England and Wales. The trail runs for a total of 177 miles (285km) and is split into 12 stages. Much of the route follows remnants of Offa's Dyke, an 82 mile defensive earthwork built in the 8th century.
This video covers Stage 3: Pandy to Hay-on-Wye.
#england #wales #hiking #adventure #nature #history #mountains
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Offa's Dyke Path - Stage One | Wye Valley | Hiking | 4K
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The Offa's Dyke Path is a long distance trail, along the border of England and Wales. The trail runs for a total of 177 miles (285km) and is split into 12 stages. Much of the route follows remnants of Offa's Dyke, an 82 mile defensive earthwork built in the 8th century. This video covers Stage 1: Sedbury Cliffs to Monmouth. #england #wales #hiking #adventure #nature #history
Bleaklow Head & Higher Shelf Stones | Peak District | Hiking | 4K
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A day hike in the Peak District National Park, October 2024. Shockingly, it wasn't raining, and the wind speed wasn't gale force 😱 I took the train to Glossop, Derbyshire, and walked up from the station into the hills. The two summits on my route were the remaining Nuttalls in the Peak District, that I hadn't already done (there are only 3 Nuttall summits in the Peak District). Between the 2 su...
Across Gran Canaria - Part 3 | GR-131 | Solo Backpacking | 4K
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A 3 day journey across Gran Canaria, in September 2024 🇮🇨 This was a completely new destination for me, and the scenery surpassed expectations. The GR-131 is a long distance trail across all of the Canary Islands. I followed the Gran Canaria section, as outlined in the Cicerone trail guide, from Maspalomas, in the South of the island, to Puerto de las Nieves in the North. Since the Cicerone gui...
Across Gran Canaria - Part 2 | GR-131 | Solo Backpacking | 4K
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A 3 day journey across Gran Canaria, in September 2024 🇮🇨 This was a completely new destination for me, and the scenery surpassed expectations. The GR-131 is a long distance trail across all of the Canary Islands. I followed the Gran Canaria section, as outlined in the Cicerone trail guide, from Maspalomas, in the South of the island, to Puerto de las Nieves in the North. Since the Cicerone gui...
Across Gran Canaria - Part 1 | GR-131 | Solo Backpacking | 4K
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A 3 day journey across Gran Canaria, in September 2024 🇮🇨 This was a completely new destination for me, and the scenery surpassed expectations. The GR-131 is a long distance trail across all of the Canary Islands. I followed the Gran Canaria section, as outlined in the Cicerone trail guide, from Maspalomas, in the South of the island, to Puerto de las Nieves in the North. Since the Cicerone gui...
Elidir Fawr & Y Garn | Wales | Hiking | 4K
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A day hike on a sunny September day 2024. I started in Llanberis and traversed across 3 mountains, before descending into Ogwen valley. An initial steep climb, past Dinorwic quarry, led me up into the mountains for some fantastic walking. 🥾 8.9 miles / 14.3 kilometres 📈 4,052 feet / 1,235 metres of ascent ⛰️ Elidir Fawr, 3031 feet / 924m ⛰️ Foel-goch, 2726 feet / 831m ⛰️ Y Garn, 3107 feet / 947...
The Sandstone Trail | 35 mile day hike | England | 4K
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I picked a sunny day in August 2024 to complete the Sandstone Trail, from Whitchurch to Frodsham. This was my longest day hike so far, at around 35 miles. The terrain was easy, but some sections were overgrown with nettles 🌿 🥾 35.7 miles / 57.4 kilometres #hiking #cheshire #shropshire #sandstone #england #nature #outdoors
Black Mountains | Wild Camping | Wales | 4K
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A weekend wild camping trip to the Black Mountains, in South Wales. I was hoping to find some mountains with decent weather over the Bank Holiday weekend. Luckily, I managed to avoid the majority of the stormy conditions in the UK. 🥾 33.9 miles / 54.6 kilometers. 📈 7,343 feet / 2,238 metres of Ascent. ⛰️ 9 Nuttalls summited #mountains #hiking #wales #wildcamping #nature
Carn Eige & Mam Sodhail | Scottish Highlands | Hiking | 4K
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I took a week off work, to travel up to the Scottish Highlands, for a few day hikes. On this hike, the wind was relentless, once I got up on the high ridges. The scenery was spectacular, although the walking was arduous. 🥾 Distance: 26.4 km / 16.4 miles 📈 Elevation gain: 1666m / 5466 feet ⛰️ Carn Eige, 1183m / 3881 feet ⛰️ Mam Sodhail, 1181m / 3875 feet ⛰️ Sgurr na Lapaich, 1036m / 3399 feet
Grey Corries | Scottish Highlands | Hiking | 4K
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I took a week off work, to travel up to the Scottish Highlands, for a few day hikes. On this hike, I enjoyed a mixture of incredible views and harsh weather, along one of the UK's best ridge walks. 🥾 Distance: 28.6 km / 17.8 miles 📈 Elevation gain: 1913m / 6276 feet ⛰️ Stob Choire Claurigh, 1177m / 3862 feet ⛰️ Stob Coire an Laoigh, 1116m / 3661 feet ⛰️ Sgurr Choinnich Mor, 1094m / 3589 feet #h...
Ben Lawers & Beinn Ghlas | Scottish Highlands | Hiking | 4K
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I took a week off work, to travel up to the Scottish Highlands, for a few day hikes. On this hike, I'm still plagued by the less than ideal Scottish Summer weather! But any day in the hills is worth the effort, even if the summit views are underwhelming! 🥾 Distance: 11.7 km / 7.3 miles 📈 Elevation gain: 970m / 3182 feet ⛰️ Ben Lawers, 1214m / 3983 feet ⛰️ Beinn Ghlas, 1103m / 3619 feet #hiking​...
Part Three: 200km Solo Backpacking | 20 Munro Summits | Cairngorms National Park, Scotland | 4K
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In late June 2024, I made a trip to the Cairngorms National Park, in the Scottish Highlands. This was my longest backpacking / wild camping adventure so far, with a total of 8 days (plus 1 rest day) spent out on the trails. The weather started out with glorious sunshine, but rapidly deteriorated into gale force winds and heavy rain. I wild camped for 3 nights, stayed in bothies (basic mountain ...
Part Two: 200km Solo Backpacking | 20 Munro Summits | Cairngorms National Park, Scotland | 4K
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In late June 2024, I made a trip to the Cairngorms National Park, in the Scottish Highlands. This was my longest backpacking / wild camping adventure so far, with a total of 8 days (plus 1 rest day) spent out on the trails. The weather started out with glorious sunshine, but rapidly deteriorated into gale force winds and heavy rain. I wild camped for 3 nights, stayed in bothies (basic mountain ...
200km Solo Backpacking | 20 Munro Summits | Cairngorms National Park, Scotland | 4K
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200km Solo Backpacking | 20 Munro Summits | Cairngorms National Park, Scotland | 4K
Day Hike Along The Cambrian Way | Drum, Pen y Castell, Tal y Fan | Eryri National Park | 4K
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Day Hike Along The Cambrian Way | Drum, Pen y Castell, Tal y Fan | Eryri National Park | 4K
Moelwynion | Solo Wild Camping | Eryri National Park | 4K
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Moelwynion | Solo Wild Camping | Eryri National Park | 4K
Arrochar Alps | Beinn Ime & Beinn Narnain | Hiking | 4K
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Arrochar Alps | Beinn Ime & Beinn Narnain | Hiking | 4K
Ben More (or less?!) | Scottish Highlands | Hiking | 4K
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Ben More (or less?!) | Scottish Highlands | Hiking | 4K
Summits Not Right! | Kinder Scout & Mam Tor | Peak District National Park | Hiking
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Summits Not Right! | Kinder Scout & Mam Tor | Peak District National Park | Hiking
Cairngorms Winter Adventure | Part 3 - Sgor Gaoith | Hiking | 4K
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Cairngorms Winter Adventure | Part 3 - Sgor Gaoith | Hiking | 4K
Cairngorms Winter Adventure | Part 2 - Bynack More | Hiking | 4K
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Cairngorms Winter Adventure | Part 2 - Bynack More | Hiking | 4K
Cairngorms Winter Adventure | Part 1 - A Pyramid in Scotland? | Hiking | 4K
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Cairngorms Winter Adventure | Part 1 - A Pyramid in Scotland? | Hiking | 4K
West Highland Way - Part 2 | Scotland | Solo Backpacking | 4K
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West Highland Way - Part 2 | Scotland | Solo Backpacking | 4K
West Highland Way - Part 1 | Scotland | Solo Backpacking | 4K
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West Highland Way - Part 1 | Scotland | Solo Backpacking | 4K
Jotunheimen, Norway | Besseggen Ridge | Solo Backpacking | 4K
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Jotunheimen, Norway | Besseggen Ridge | Solo Backpacking | 4K
The Shropshire Way | Stages 6-8 | Solo Wild Camping | 4K
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The Shropshire Way | Stages 6-8 | Solo Wild Camping | 4K
Cambrian Way Stage 21 | Disastrous Solo Backpacking! | Eryri National Park | 4K
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Cambrian Way Stage 21 | Disastrous Solo Backpacking! | Eryri National Park | 4K
Telescope Peak | Death Valley National Park | Hiking | 4K
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Telescope Peak | Death Valley National Park | Hiking | 4K
Brokeoff Mountain | Lassen Volcanic National Park | Hiking | 4K
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Brokeoff Mountain | Lassen Volcanic National Park | Hiking | 4K

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  • @hope2someday691
    @hope2someday691 3 дні тому

    Great hike. My wife and I did it about 40 years ago. Did you make it up to Hat Creek for fishing?? It’s always rated in the top ten trout streams in America.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 11 годин тому

      @@hope2someday691 Yeah, it's a fantastic hike. Lassen is such an underrated National Park. No, I didn't go up to Hat Creek, I've heard the fishing is good there, but I haven't been fishing since I was a kid.

  • @paolomrossi
    @paolomrossi 4 дні тому

    5:05 great videos! Doing it next week. “campisite at the top”… you mean the la pezzo campsite that you reserved, right? was it ‘officially’ drinkable water?

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails День тому

      @@paolomrossi Yes, the campsite was "Llanos de la Pez". I got a permit (free) from the Gran Canaria government, in advance. Yes, there are water taps, with drinking water at the site. Enjoy your trip, it's a fantastic place

  • @justkeepwandering1841
    @justkeepwandering1841 5 днів тому

    Thank you so much for making movies for us 🙂 New subscriber!

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 дні тому

      @justkeepwandering1841 Thanks for watching! Happy New Year 🎉

  • @EmmasNatureEscapes
    @EmmasNatureEscapes 5 днів тому

    I really enjoyed your video. It has such a peaceful and relaxing vibe, beautifully connected to nature. Subscribed 👍

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 дні тому

      @@EmmasNatureEscapes Thank you! Happy New Year 🎉

  • @KhurshidsChannel
    @KhurshidsChannel 8 днів тому

    Very beautiful video. Thanks for sharing these amazing views! 👍4

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 6 днів тому

      @@KhurshidsChannel Thanks for watching!

  • @dicktandy6785
    @dicktandy6785 8 днів тому

    Nice !!

  • @WyeExplorer
    @WyeExplorer 14 днів тому

    Very good I can see my home from up there. Mark

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 13 днів тому

      @@WyeExplorer Excellent views from up on the ridge! I bet it's great to live so close

  • @waterfallmadman
    @waterfallmadman 14 днів тому

    Looked cold, but beautiful. Cool seeing the horses.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 13 днів тому

      @@waterfallmadman No shelter from that cold wind, but the views were worth it!

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens 14 днів тому

    What a brilliant opening my friend! Amazing work 👏👏

  • @TalesFromAbroad-SJ
    @TalesFromAbroad-SJ 23 дні тому

    It looks really nice. Those autumn colors are so pretty 😍

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 21 день тому

      @@TalesFromAbroad-SJ Absolutely! The Wye Valley looks great at that time of the year 🍂

  • @WyeExplorer
    @WyeExplorer 29 днів тому

    It's like a mini version of the grand canyon - right through the valley there too. Supper hike on a warm day. Mark

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 28 днів тому

      @@WyeExplorer Absolutely! Definitely reminded me of Arizona type scenery

    • @WyeExplorer
      @WyeExplorer 27 днів тому

      @@MaylesTrails Never had the good fortune of Arizona but I trust you.

  • @WyeExplorer
    @WyeExplorer Місяць тому

    Nicely done May - I just walked part of that section the other week. Good to see the colours were out - it's a great time of year to walk the valley. I gotta say it looked as if you were ambling along. Well, all the best for the week ahead. Mark

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails Місяць тому

      @@WyeExplorer Yeah, nice to see the autumn colours. Although, I thought there'd be a few more viewpoints across the valley. Are the views better on the other side of the river, or is it similar?

    • @WyeExplorer
      @WyeExplorer Місяць тому

      @@MaylesTrails Good to hear of the colours - Devil's Pulpit is good. Re - the other side there are better views - more impressive. You're on the Wye Valley Walk there. I have videos of that trail and section on my channel if you are interested. Have a great day.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails Місяць тому

      @@WyeExplorer Yeah, the view from the Devil's Pulpit was nice. Thanks for the info on the Wye Valley Walk. I'll take a look at a video, to see what it's like 👍

    • @WyeExplorer
      @WyeExplorer Місяць тому

      @@MaylesTrails That's Ok mate - see you out there.

  • @waterfallmadman
    @waterfallmadman Місяць тому

    Nice, long and lovely hike. I like the friends you met along the way. 5:17 and 5:41. 😁

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails Місяць тому

      @@waterfallmadman Haha, yeah, not much wildlife spotted that day, but plenty of friendly farm animals!

    • @Tamimadnan-ns4eb
      @Tamimadnan-ns4eb Місяць тому

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  • @Buszkraftowski
    @Buszkraftowski Місяць тому

    Very nice. Have been there around last year on my WHW hike. Very beautiful. ove Scotland. Greetings from Poland.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails Місяць тому

      @@Buszkraftowski Absolutely! Some fantastic scenery in Scotland. Although, you've got some great scenery in Poland too

  • @TrekkingwithDebandMike
    @TrekkingwithDebandMike Місяць тому

    Looks like a great walk.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails Місяць тому

      @@TrekkingwithDebandMike Yeah, it was an enjoyable hike. It's always better when it's not raining 😅

  • @swiftymorgan5064
    @swiftymorgan5064 2 місяці тому

    Great little adventure, and nicely filmed Lovely to see the ponies on the hill, too 11:38

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails Місяць тому

      @@swiftymorgan5064 Thank you. Yeah, it was an enjoyable trip

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens 2 місяці тому

    Spectacular area my friend, this hike looks so enjoyable!

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 2 місяці тому

      @@ervinslens I'm just glad I had some better weather 😂

  • @waterfallmadman
    @waterfallmadman 2 місяці тому

    Lovely day for a hike. Interesting to see that old plane crash there.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 2 місяці тому

      @@waterfallmadman Absolutely! It's amazing how much of the wreckage is still there

  • @florianhiking4817
    @florianhiking4817 2 місяці тому

    Hey there! Great videos. I am planning an even more mega walk ;) (14+ days) in the region next summer/fall. I would be interested in your route as an inspiration.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 2 місяці тому

      @@florianhiking4817 Thanks! I hope you get better weather than I did 😅 My route changed several times, due to the weather conditions (I didn't originally plan on staying in any of the bothies). So my biggest bit of advice would be to have a back up plan, in case of bad weather. The first 3 days were identical to my planned route, after that it changed quite a lot. I'll try now to post links to gpx files of my route...

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 2 місяці тому

      I've added the gpx links of the route to the description, on this video. Feel free to let me know if you need more information

    • @florianhiking4817
      @florianhiking4817 2 місяці тому

      @@MaylesTrails thanks for the gps tracks and thanks for the advice. my idea was to plan rather roughly with a few sights that we definitely want to see and the occasional visit to places with showers and food. everything else spontaneously depending on our mood and the weather.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 2 місяці тому

      @@florianhiking4817 Sounds like a good plan. I had my route (original and amended) pass through Braemar twice to allow me to resupply on food. Saved me carrying any more than 4 days of food at a time

  • @waterfallmadman
    @waterfallmadman 2 місяці тому

    8000 feet of ascent in one day? I don’t know how you did that. Crazy. But going downhill on this day must’ve been nice. Too bad about Not seeing the lizards though.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 2 місяці тому

      @@waterfallmadman Yeah, it was a lot, but completely worth it. The downhill was much easier, until the last 3500 feet, which was steep!

  • @andytucker386
    @andytucker386 2 місяці тому

    Great video dude. Looking forward to part 3. Im starting this route myself on friday, hoping to get to Tunte in 1 Day 😬 we'll see how that goes haha

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 2 місяці тому

      @@andytucker386 Thanks. It was a great trip. I'm sure you'll enjoy the trail too. I didn't set out from Maspalomas until just before Noon. So, as long as you're used to hiking that mileage, you should have plenty of time to get to Tunte on Day 1. Let me know if you need any more info, or have any questions about the trail or logistics

  • @waterfallmadman
    @waterfallmadman 2 місяці тому

    Too bad the water tap wasn’t working. Tough climb there, but really fabulous views.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 2 місяці тому

      @@waterfallmadman There were a couple more of those taps along the trail. All dried up this time of year though. The views were definitely worth the climb, especially through the rock arch!

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens 2 місяці тому

    What a lovely episode man, this looks and feels great!

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 2 місяці тому

      @@ervinslens Thank you, much appreciated!

  • @waterfallmadman
    @waterfallmadman 2 місяці тому

    Looks very interesting terrain. also looks very hot and dry. Hope you got some giant lizards on camera. 😁

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 2 місяці тому

      @@waterfallmadman Yeah, especially the south of the island, is very arid, similar to Arizona. Day 2 and 3, at the higher elevations, had a good covering of pine trees. Sadly, the giant lizards all seemed to be hiding from me 🦎

  • @TalesFromAbroad-SJ
    @TalesFromAbroad-SJ 2 місяці тому

    The first shot was so beautiful, wow what a view!! Gran Canaria’s landscapes are absolutely stunning, and it’s grreat how much you’ve covered in just three days. The GR-131 trail looks like such a rewarding challenge, and it’s amazing to see the variety of terrain you encountered along the way. Very nice video. I would love to go someday 😍

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 2 місяці тому

      @@TalesFromAbroad-SJ Yeah, that's Ventana del Nublo, which was my favourite view on the island. Spectacular views over Gran Canaria and across to Teide on Tenerife. I'd highly recommend the GR-131, if you get the opportunity

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens 3 місяці тому

    What w stunning rock formations man! Spectacular presentation

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 2 місяці тому

      @@ervinslens Thank you! Yeah, those volcanic formations are awesome

  • @hikesome
    @hikesome 3 місяці тому

    Wow what an incredible trail and a wonderful production Mayle!

  • @mariojsworld
    @mariojsworld 3 місяці тому

    Amazing mountains and valley.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 3 місяці тому

      @@mariojsworld Yeah, some really great views, when the cloud opened up

  • @thedavids.tv1
    @thedavids.tv1 3 місяці тому

    Stunning area 😊

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 3 місяці тому

      @@thedavids.tv1 Absolutely! Best mountains in the UK, outside of Scotland, in my opinion

  • @thedavids.tv1
    @thedavids.tv1 3 місяці тому

    Cracking video mate FairPlay, beautiful area that, new sub 😊

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 3 місяці тому

      @@thedavids.tv1 Thanks 👍 Yeah, some good views and superb walking terrain in the Black Mountains

  • @Twin_Peaks_Outdoors
    @Twin_Peaks_Outdoors 3 місяці тому

    Nice video Graham, great weekend you had there 👍 watching this vid has made us want to go back to the black mountains again. Cheers, Simon & Mark

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 3 місяці тому

      @@Twin_Peaks_Outdoors Cheers guys. It was about 4 or 5 years since I was last there. Lovely place, when the sun is out ☀️

  • @gobbledygook33
    @gobbledygook33 3 місяці тому

    Great video, you seem to visit all the places I love, I'll keep watching. Thanks.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 3 місяці тому

      @@gobbledygook33 Thank you! Yeah, the Cairngorms are definitely amongst my favourite mountains in the UK

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens 3 місяці тому

    Wow, shots are simply amazing my friend! Absolutely gorgeous work!

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 3 місяці тому

      @@ervinslens Thank you 👍

  • @Trylobyte
    @Trylobyte 3 місяці тому

    Good to see those goats they are real characters! On a clear day, the view from Y Garn is one of the best in Snowdonia.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 3 місяці тому

      @@Trylobyte Completely agree, right in the middle of all of the 3000 footers

  • @waterfallmadman
    @waterfallmadman 3 місяці тому

    Not perfect views, but it wasn’t all clouded in. So pretty nice. The goats were interesting to see. Is that what they were?

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 3 місяці тому

      @@waterfallmadman Yeah, those goats aren't native, but there's been a fairly large feral population, in those mountains, for hundreds of years 🐐

  • @HorizonTreks
    @HorizonTreks 3 місяці тому

    That was great. Some incredible views when it opens up 👌❤️

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 3 місяці тому

      @@HorizonTreks Thanks. Yeah, I love the scenery around there

  • @waterfallmadman
    @waterfallmadman 3 місяці тому

    Wow, that is quite a lot. Good job. Most I’ve ever done I think is 21 or some thing. You met quite a few friends along the way as well. 🐄 🐑 🐴

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 3 місяці тому

      @@waterfallmadman Thanks! Furthest I'd been previously was 27 miles, so I was glad I was able to complete it. Yeah, plenty of farm animals, some more friendly than others 😅

  • @HorizonTreks
    @HorizonTreks 3 місяці тому

    Man that was good going 👏😳

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 3 місяці тому

      @@HorizonTreks The halfway sausage roll and Cornetto definitely helped 😅

  • @TyroneOutdoors
    @TyroneOutdoors 4 місяці тому

    Very well filmed. Amazing scenery. Nice one

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@TyroneOutdoors Thanks, I appreciate that 👍

  • @HorizonTreks
    @HorizonTreks 4 місяці тому

    That was great and a stunning route. What a difference in weather between the two days - enjoyed that 👍

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@HorizonTreks Cheers! It was good to mostly avoid the rain, for a change this Summer 😅

  • @KhurshidsChannel
    @KhurshidsChannel 4 місяці тому

    This video is amazing! Thanks for sharing such a beautiful experience! 👍5

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@KhurshidsChannel Thanks for watching!

  • @WyeExplorer
    @WyeExplorer 4 місяці тому

    Good going - that was a decent yomp around the Black Mountains. I guess the wind was to be expected so exposed there - but all good. All the best. Mark

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@WyeExplorer Cheers Mark. Yeah, the wind wasn't too bad really. I had much worse up in the Scottish Highlands this Summer 😅

    • @WyeExplorer
      @WyeExplorer 4 місяці тому

      @@MaylesTrails A pleasure there bro. Yeah, the last time I was in Scotland it blew a hooley as it happens. Have a great day.

  • @keirenoutdoors
    @keirenoutdoors 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for the video, I’m looking to plan a 5-day trip next spring, Ballater to Aviemore via Lochnagar and Glenshee then up through the main massif! Glad to see I’m not the first to think about this route! Atb

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@keirenoutdoors Nice! Hopefully, you have better weather than I did 😅 Let me know if you have any questions about my route etc

    • @keirenoutdoors
      @keirenoutdoors 4 місяці тому

      @@MaylesTrails I’m looking at May so could be anything! Any camping spots you recommend?

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@keirenoutdoors So, my original plan was mostly summit camps.... But the strong winds ruined that. I camped at Loch Etchachan on the first night, and I'd definitely camp there again. Not sure if that's on your route though? The second night, just to get out of the wind, I camped next to Bob Scott's bothy, which was fine. From that point onwards, I mostly made use of the bothies. My last night I camped just above the junction of the Lairig Ghru and the path up Braeriach. Again, it was a decent spot. If you get good weather and the snow has cleared, I'd highly recommend camping near the summit of Braeriach. I did this on a previous trip and it was a fantastic spot to wake up in the morning.

    • @keirenoutdoors
      @keirenoutdoors 4 місяці тому

      @@MaylesTrails That’s amazing. Hopefully looking something like this: Day 1 Ballater to Loch Callater (via Lochnagar) Day 2: Loch Callater to Altnour Lodge (via Glenshee) Day 3: Altnour Lodge to Corrour Bothy Day 4: Corrour Bothy to Loch Etchachan Day 5: Loch Etchachan to Aviemore (via Loch Morlich)

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@keirenoutdoors Looks like a good route. I'm not sure on the terrain etc in the Glenshee area, as I only went as far as Cairn of Claise in that direction. The rest I can vouch for. You might need an alternative plan, in case of a lot of snow, at that time of year. But, assuming not too much snow, the stretch from Corrour bothy to Loch Etchachan is fantastic.

  • @stigfloberghagenphotography
    @stigfloberghagenphotography 4 місяці тому

    Great video and moody conditions 👍🙂

  • @waterfallmadman
    @waterfallmadman 4 місяці тому

    Yes, you are used to those crazy winds. Good hike. 😁

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@waterfallmadman Haha yep! Still hoping for summer to arrive in the UK this year 😅

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens 4 місяці тому

    Oh, spectacular scenery my friend! Absolutely stunning work!

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@ervinslens Thanks! The cloud lifted just at the right time to get some summit views!

  • @waterfallmadman
    @waterfallmadman 4 місяці тому

    You had some great sweet views, when you were under the cloud layer there. Beautiful rainbow at the end.

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@waterfallmadman Yeah, so glad to be under that cloud, instead of inside it, this time!

  • @TheKnoxcountry
    @TheKnoxcountry 4 місяці тому

    Beautiful view off twords the Hwy 88 Kirkwood area! Thanks for posting and congrats on the summit !

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@TheKnoxcountry Thanks. Yeah, there's some pretty expansive views up there

  • @BlytheWorld1972
    @BlytheWorld1972 4 місяці тому

    fab

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@BlytheWorld1972 Thank you!

  • @waterfallmadman
    @waterfallmadman 4 місяці тому

    Not much a of a view today. Oh well. Still lovely to get out I think. 😊

    • @MaylesTrails
      @MaylesTrails 4 місяці тому

      @@waterfallmadman Yeah, it's always good to get outside, even in bad weather!