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Happy Trail Backpacking
United States
Приєднався 14 січ 2022
Embark on captivating hiking adventures every Monday in Minnesota and its surrounding areas with a passionate explorer. Join me on my UA-cam channel as we uncover the hidden gems, scenic trails, and natural wonders of this enchanting region. Gain practical insights, experience the beauty of nature, and let the wilderness ignite your sense of adventure. Let's embark on unforgettable journeys together and celebrate the joy of hiking!
Day hike - Lake Shetek State Park, MN
Join me on a serene winter hike along the frozen shoreline of Lake Shetek State Park in Minnesota. Experience the beauty of the frosty landscapes, peaceful trails, and icy views that make this adventure unforgettable. Grab your warm gear and let’s explore together!
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S3/E47
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**Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking
**Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking
**Gaia GPS:
www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy%20Trails%20Backpacking/
My gear on Lighterpack
lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg
Ways to support the channel
Gear that would make me more comfortable on adventures
www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3ERADDUITJNS5?ref_=wl_share
Help me with travel and gear expenses
www.paypal.com/donate/?business=EFKV3RHSTNK62&no_recurring=0&item_name=Join+me+on+the+Happy+Trail%21+Your+support+matters.¤cy_code=USD
#hiking #dayhike #nature #adventure #explore #outdoors #happytrailbackpacking #minnesota #stateparks #lakeshetek #frozenlake #winterhiking #naturephotography #forest #solohiking #wilderness #outdoorexploring #travel #trail #campgrounds #snowylandscapes #mnstateparks
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Dayhike - Mississippi Palisades State Park, IL
Переглядів 3819 годин тому
I take you through Mississippi Palisades State Park, IL. Join in the adventure. S3/E46 MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy Trails Backpacking/ My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to support the channel Gear that would make me more comfortable on adventures www.amazo...
Day hike - Mines of Spain State Recreation Area, IA
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I bring you on a few hikes in Mines of Spain State Recreation Area, IA, as well as check out some historic sites. Join in the adventure. S3/E45 MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy Trails Backpacking/ My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to support the channel Gear th...
Exploration - Illinois Northwestern corner
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Come explore some interesting places in Northwest Illinois. Join in the adventure. S3/E44 Blanket - www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D7GV553K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1 Electric Blanket - www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08R7XHWC6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Air Mattress - www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BVTDBD6Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Jackery 5...
Day hike - Glendalough State Park, MN
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I take a windy hike in Glendalough State Park, MN. Join in the adventure. S3/E43 MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy Trails Backpacking/ My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to support the channel Gear that would make me more comfortable on adventures www.amazon.com/...
Day hike - Lake Carlos State Park, MN
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I take a hike in Lake Carlos State Park, MN. Join in the adventure. S3/E42 MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy Trails Backpacking/ My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to support the channel Gear that would make me more comfortable on adventures www.amazon.com/hz/wis...
Day hike - Lake Maria State Park, MN
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I bring you on a day hike in Lake Maria State Park, MN. Join in the adventure! S3/E41 MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy Trails Backpacking/ My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to support the channel Gear that would make me more comfortable on adventures www.amazon...
Day hike - Sakatah Lake State Park, MN
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I day hike in Sakatah Lake State Park, MN. Join in the adventure. S3/E40 MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy Trails Backpacking/ My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to support the channel Gear that would make me more comfortable on adventures www.amazon.com/hz/wishl...
Haunted Hike - Greenwood Trails Rec Area - Thief River Falls, MN(Dead Man's Trail)
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Happy Halloween I explore a haunted trail called Dead Man's Trail in Thief River Falls, MN. Find out if I hear the screams of the dead. Join in the adventure. S3/Halloween MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy Trails Backpacking/ My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to...
Day hike - Nerstrand Big Woods State Park, MN
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I go for a day hike in Nerstrand Big Woods State Park, MN. Join in the adventure. S3/E39 MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy Trails Backpacking/ My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to support the channel Gear that would make me more comfortable on adventures www.ama...
Day hike - Frog Bay Tribal National Park, WI
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I hike in the first ever Tribal National Park. Join in the adventure. S3/Bonus MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy Trails Backpacking/ My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to support the channel Gear that would make me more comfortable on adventures www.amazon.com/hz...
Day hike - Vermillion Highlands WMA, MN
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I take a hike in Vermillion Highlands WMA, MN. Join in the adventure. S3/E38 MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy Trails Backpacking/ My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to support the channel Gear that would make me more comfortable on adventures www.amazon.com/hz/w...
Overnight - Sand Dunes State Forest, MN
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I spend a night dispersed camping in Sand Dunes State Forest, MN. Join in the adventure. S3/E37 MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy Trails Backpacking/ My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to support the channel Gear that would make me more comfortable on adventures ...
Day hike - Pattison State Park, WI
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I take a hike in Pattison State Park, WI. Join in the adventure! S3/Bonus MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/? My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to support the channel Gear that would make me more comfortable on adventures www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3ERADDUITJNS5?ref_=wl_sh...
Multinight - SHT (Northern Terminus to Camp 20 road, part 2)
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Part 2 of my backpacking trip on the Superior Hiking Trail (SHT). Join in the adventure. S3/E36 Shoes www.merrell.com/US/en/moab-3/194713941436.html MEDIA - Instagram: happytrailsbackpacking Facebook: HappyTrailBackpacking Gaia GPS: www.gaiagps.com/profile/4035761/Happy Trails Backpacking/ My gear on Lighterpack lighterpack.com/r/tjoeqg Ways to support the channel Ge...
Multinight - SHT (Northern Terminus to Camp 20 road)
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Multinight - SHT (Northern Terminus to Camp 20 road)
Overnight - BWCA Wilderness, MN Angleworm Lake Trail
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Overnight - BWCA Wilderness, MN Angleworm Lake Trail
Day hike - Ottawa National Forest, Black River, MI
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Day hike - Ottawa National Forest, Black River, MI
Overnight - Apostle Island National Lakeshore, WI
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Overnight - Apostle Island National Lakeshore, WI
Overnight - Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, MI (Lake of the Clouds)
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Overnight - Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, MI (Lake of the Clouds)
Overnight - Saint Croix State Park, MN
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Overnight - Saint Croix State Park, MN
Overnight - Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, MI (Mirror Lake Camp)
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Overnight - Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, MI (Mirror Lake Camp)
Day hike - Menominee River State Recreation Area - Piers Gorge Unit, MI
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Day hike - Menominee River State Recreation Area - Piers Gorge Unit, MI
Day hike - Illinois Beach State Park, IL
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Day hike - Illinois Beach State Park, IL
beautiful overlook
Loved the view from the opposite side to see the steps and levels you traversed. Quite the adventure.
Thanks! It was a unique view.
Amazing share😊
Thanks for visiting
Superb😊
Thank you! Cheers!
Why do you use this backpack instead of your zpack backpack on day hikes? Thank you.
Great question! The main difference is weight. The Zpacks backpack is a framed backpack. The frame allows the weight to be distributed to your waist instead of shoulders. It is also made with ultralight materials making it better for long hikes while carrying heavier loads. The daypack does not really have a frame, and is made with heavier more durable fabric and on day hikes you don't need to carry a shelter, days of food, or sleeping equipment so a frame is not needed. Daypacks, normally, are more focused on comfort.
Nice share😊
Thanks for watching!
A little to the East from this area is Apple River Canyon State Park, which has some really nice woodland trails.
Thanks for the tip, I'll have to check it out!
9:25 Just as likely poachers. Great video...the Otter was neat.
Poachers make sense; I didn't think of that.
Ive been to galena a handful of times in my life, i have family thats been there a lot, and ive never even heard of those waterfalls! Ill have to check them out sometime. Thanks for the video!
Glad to share! There are a lot of hidden gems up there. Hopefully there is water when you go.
Great video! I really like the still shots. It is hard to tell from the distance but the white flowering tees that you commented on may have been Serviceberry also called Shadbush ... [Amelanchier]. It has one of the earliest bloom periods of native trees in the Ozarks.
That is very interesting, thanks for the info!
I love Galena, Illinois! Thank you for showing me the tunnel! Gotta go to Walmart and get the water shoes! Or maybe in this current weather the water will be frozen ... Your footage is an autumn weather temp. In the 50's.
It is a great place, Galena, charming town! I'll get back to that tunnel someday.
Per iNaturalist's desktop site, it looks like that snake was a Red-bellied Snake (Storeria occipitomaculata). Very cool!
That's awesome, thanks for the ID!
From Googling, I think those are Dekay’s Brownsnakes. I’d give you a link, but UA-cam always seems to nuke comments when I include links. If you search on “snakes of minnesota map” you should come across a Minnesota DNR document showing where various snake species are in the state. Love your channel, by the way. I found it this summer, and it’s helpful for thinking about which parks to visit. I especially liked this one and the one you recently did at Lake Maria since I’m buying a canoe and just got back into camping. Seeing the campsites you come across and getting a good idea of where it might be nice to paddle is great!
Amazing views😊
I agree, it's a beautiful park.
Greetings! You have an awesome channel😊 keep going and you got a new follower 👍 🎉
Thank you and welcome to the channel!
leaf color is amazing.
Fall hiking is awesome!
I've heard good things about this park. Looks like they're true. Thanks for sharing.
Glad to share! It's a beautiful park, especially with all the fall colors.
Cool!
I'm enjoying the narratives with your videos explaining the name and history etc. Gorgeous hike.
Thanks for the feedback, I really enjoy adding those details as well.
So good!🎃
Glad you enjoyed it!
🤣Love it!
Nice hike, beautiful area. Unplanned finds are the best!
The unplanned finds are always the best part, aren't they? I want to go back to the falls area when I have more time to explore.
I would agree an OK hike.
How was the Mac and Cheese? Loved hearing about the Beaver's and how they impact the area and 2 taps to a mushroom. Now I know what a Donniker is🤣
The macaroni was great! Glad to hear you learned something.
Good to see your feeling better, and on the trails again. Beautiful scenery and overlooks!!
Thank you kindly! Those antibiotics messed me up for a bit, but I'm glad to be out on trail again.
@@happytrailbackpacking they do mess up the "good' bacteria in our bodies, so we have to eat good yogurts to replenish. God Bless and keep you healthy and safe.
Neat! Been section hiking the PCT but kind of wanting to branch out. Maybe I’ll tackle the SHT next summer.
SHT is a great trail, well marked and maintained, plenty of access points, reliable information, and plenty of great scenery. Give it a shot!
@@happytrailbackpacking Thanks :)
Good vid. I sub'd. Pro Tip. Invest in a mic. ❤
Thanks for the tip
Had never heard of dispersed camping. Very informative
Glad you learned something.
Good video. I’m actually a fan of the dispersed camping bushcraft, if it’s done in a respectful/discreet manner, we don’t have a concentrated camper atmosphere in most cases up this way and nature adapts. Much of human history we lived in a symbiotic manner with nature, molding wilderness, the compost of our lives can destroy o& nurtures
Nice video…. Useful information!
Glad it was helpful!
I do love the lake in the morning, so serene. I prefer dilly dallying to lolly gagging, try it sometime.
Dilly dallying you say?
Absolutely gorgeous!! Such solitude and beauty. Has to be close to heaven; no bugs bugging you😊
It really is!
If you ever come back and are looking for other hikes, there's some lesser known trails near there to check out. Gogebic Ridge and the section of the NCT that runs through the Trap Hills. Not sure if there's any loops you could do (well there's one short one at the Norwich mine), would be a there and back thing but I've never looked into it too much, I just just do short hikes to lookouts and land features really.
I will be back sometime. There is still a lot for me to explore there. Thanks for the suggestions.
Gorgeous hike, loved the variety of mushrooms.
Glad you enjoyed it
Another great hike. What is it about waterfalls that is so fascinating? Beautiful.
Good question! I think its the energy. The rushing moving water, splashing and crashing.
Gorgeous, thank you!!
Thank you too!
The northwoods in MN can be extremely inhospitable because of the bugs in Summer. I learned that the hard way in my youth doing what you're doing in this video. They can wreak havoc and smash any enjoyment you may get out of the lush landscapes. YOU DID WELL CONSIDERING!
I agree, they did made it very hard to enjoy the hike. Thanks!
On my bucket list! Gorgeous views, great captures👍
Go for it, its great!
Great hike. Love that area.
The best!
I could have told you it didn't look safe BEFORE you went out there!!!
Sometimes you have to live on the edge.
Were there a lot of other hikers or campers around?
Despite all the campsites having been reserved, there were many that looked empty. 80% of them were occupied but only by one or two people. There were quite a lot of people at the Cloud Lake Overlook area but other than than I saw very few people on trail.
I'm disappointed you didn't film the epic sunset at your campsite. Absolutely beautiful area, loved all the waterfalls
Sorry! It didn't end up being a great sunset. The pictures of the purpleish clouds were as good as it got. The sunrise made up for it, though.
Wow, you did a great job in such harsh conditions. 👌👍
Thanks, It was aggravating, but I just pushed through it.
I'm from Florida you wouldn't do well here if you didn't like it at 85. I bet 20 years ago it wasn't this hot out cuz it wasn't this out hot here in Florida. The highest here wouldn't exceed 91° and now it gets up into the mid 90s
It's pretty normal here to reach the 90s. It's not just the heat but the heat and humidity combo. You get that in Florida too, I bet.
Awesome!
Thank you! Cheers!
OMG! I can see the bugs on screen! You need a hat w/ a veil. Do you ever just jump in the stream to cool off?
I do have a hat and a bugnet, but I choose not to bring it. I was not expecting that many bugs. I do use the water to cool down, but access is not always available.
Woow - nice video👏🤩🎥🎞️
Thank you! Cheers! You have some good stuff yourself.
This was a beautiful trail !!! Wanting to explore Arkansas more. This is definitely a great destination. I love creeks and small rivers, and this was full of them. What about day hiking? Could you possibly do that from the access points? Thanks for the video.
Not any other options for day hikes unless you just do out and back. The entire loop is fairly easy for a 3 day 2 night trip. Plenty of cool streams and creeks to explore.
I don’t blame you for cutting it short. Hiking / camping in the heat and humidity is rough and hard to enjoy the experience. Great video though!
Absolutely!
Pure Michigan!! Loved it.