Camping above the clouds at Golden Ears
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- Опубліковано 14 вер 2019
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Camping at the top of Golden Ears: what an experience. Carlos and I witnessed a sea of cloud below us at sunset, thunderstorms all night, and the cloud forest on the way down. Thanks for watching!
Carlos also has a great blog post with incredible photos here:
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And @carloslazarini on Instagram.
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It was an honour to share the same space and time with you Luke. As I said, I couldn't be happier right now ❤️
It was a memorable one, we'll have to go on another adventure for sure!
you're a lucky man and a very nice guy.
Golden Ears is a great place to hike, taking a dog enriches the experience, nice video
I definitely agree! Thanks.
I can't believe this. I was there that night. Watching the clouds at sunset was incredible, but man the lightning was scary through the night!
Haha sweet, ya it was actually nice knowing that were all sharing the same lightning storm experience!
Those clouds rolling in are magical
Excellent thank you...the sunset was astonishing...just wow ! 🤩
What an amazing capture of the sunset (4:50)!
thanks Marc!
Wow...just wow....Stunning....and an inspiration to get out there!
Thanks Dave!
This video is a nice reminder of how beautiful my little town is. Stunning. Thanks Luke
Thanks Kelsey!
Amazing video, Luke! The clouds looked incredible. I can’t believe camping with that view!
Thanks!
Been up Golden Ears 4 times. We usually made it a 1-day up/down trip then on the last visit we camped for 2 nights... so much better to add that kind of time rather than make everything a workout or personal competition!
Pack a tent ⛺, snacks, and a LifeStraw ... and go!
Love your videos Luke.
I love and miss this area. 😀
So Glad I could watch this amazing moment, hope I get my own moment there in the future! Thanks for Sharing!
Thanks Diego!
Awesome hike, Luke. Those cloud shots are amazing. I've lived in SW BC my whole life, camping every year, and never once filtered the water from streams or lakes - I've never had a problem either. Thanks for sharing and keep the videos coming!
Thanks Cody! I love that in Canada we still have water clean enough to drink straight from the source!
You a real amazing way to make videos and share the experience with us as well! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Tahir, I put a lot of effort in!
Good work! Such a stunning location and good job editing! No Idea how UA-cam doesn't pick this up, should have way more views!
Thanks dude!
This is wonderful! I did the same trek last year and it was one of the best hikes I did that whole year! I love your video work Luke, keep it up!
Thanks, I appreciate your support!
Wow!! Looks incredible... Definitely on my bucket list now. Thanks for sharing, I'm a fan of your visual story telling!
Thank you Juniper!
4:49 absolutely stunning. That's what it's all about. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks Kenneth!
This is amazing, I’m so glad you shared this! Nice that there other campers with you two to experience it as well... also Your doggo is also super adorable 😍
Thanks Chany!
Beautiful hike, need to add it to my "to hike in the future list". A photographers dream, thanks for sharing your adventure.
Thanks Michelle and Charles!
Love what you do 👍
Thanks guys!
Over clouds what a stunning view 😍 nicely done ✔ and great story 👏
Thanks Christian!
loved it thank you
Thanks Björn!
Thank you for firming lovely bc
Wow. Spectacular footage, supportive music and comments. Nicely done.
Thanks Rebecca!
Good times
legendary video.great job thank you thank you very much
Thanks Muhammad!
Incredible video. Keep them coming!
Thanks Catherine!
Wow what a hike and what a view! I’ve done the lower trails in golden ears a few times, looks like I’ll have to head up to the peak ASAP. Been watching a bunch of your videos lately. Can’t believe how good they are and how often you explore 👍
Thanks Roland!
That motion time lapse was unreal 👌🏼
Thanks Anthony!
'We got all our sh.. all our gear packed.." Good save brother
haha thanks
just sitting here, drinking a coffee and watching your latest video. Emh, what a relaxing moment after work.
with a coffee, that's perfect!
Awesome video! You're a great producer! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Todd!
Your videos are great man! Keep the good work!
Thank you Gus! Let's go for a bike sometime!
Loved the video!
Thanks Parth!
Hey this is an awesome video! We have just moved to Vancouver and this looks like a perfect trip not so far away! Thanks for sharing and providing me some inspiration :)
Thanks Matthew!
Holy smokes that's gorgeous @4.52
Great video man, also checked out your other ones. Really like the editing style.
Thanks Kiran!
Good stuff
Thanks Fritz!
Man, I love watching your videos. Very therapeutic!
New subscriber here, from Meghalaya.
Thanks Luke!
I don't know if it because i'm high, but the ASMR sounds of nature and footsteps through the forest is just amazing lol. Good job whether it was on purpose or not. lol :)
I try to include as many ASMR natural sounds as I can, I want the experience of being there to be communicated through the video
You made that hike look so dreamy! It was a tough slog.
Haha thanks, Courtney! It’s not the easiest hike, that’s for sure.
@@lifeofluke I did this one in 2002 and we made it to the peak. There were no tent pads back then. Lol
Nice!
Just appreciate how many camera angles there are
Thanks!
Awesome vid, I can't get over the fact that you have to reserve spots though.. Been hard to book a night up there.
Muita aventura
Obrigado Irineia!
Amazing Luke. Thank you for Showing Me/Us what is right out my back door. I have recently Retired and looking for Adventure and Challenge, ( not like some of the things you tackle, too much for this Body ). You are definitely Inspiring with your outlook and Adventurous Spirit. Thank you
Awesome, I'm glad that you enjoy the adventures, and hope you still get active outside even on less challenging trails!
@@lifeofluke I’m starting Motorcycle camping this year, and will expand the Destinations next Spring
amazing video! good for you guys for making it up there, the view and experience must be unforgettable. out of curiosity, are there bear bins on panorama ridge where you camped? i may be totally wrong but from the pictures it looks like there are no trees to hang bear bags up on
Good question, I don't recall there being bear bins at the campsite. But that makes me wonder because there usually is in established parks...
that is awe inspiring I have a passport and not far from bc area might want to go check out some places in the future endeavors
thanks Eric, definitely a spot to visit once the border re-opens!
awesome. I am guessing you don't really have to worry about storing food in trees up there?
I love your videos are well crafted and the quality is superb. What camera do you use? Even the shots at night are nice. Boosting the iso doesn’t make it grainy.
Thanks so much! I'm using the sony a7s which is well known for it's great performance in low light
left a crib board up there, wonder if its still in the cabin ? :)
could be! I don't know
Hey Luke, Love your videos! Any chance you could provide some insight on camping and permits at the summit? I've don e this hike but and would love to camp up there but their site is tough to understand specifically when it comes to the summit. TIA!
Love it! I’m wanting to do this trek and wondering if you think it’s safe to bring a dog up the summit?
depending on your dog's ability, I think so, yes
Awesome videos :) do you have your path mapped on AllTrails? Which trailhead did you start at?
No, sorry, I don't track my path. We started from the west canyon parking.
Thanks for posting this. Looks like a great hike. Hoping to try it this summer. Did you have to carry your dog up the ladder sections ? I would like to bring my labradoodle but unsure if he can make it up the steep sections.
No I didn't carry my dog up the ladders, she found her own way around the side.
@@lifeofluke Great, thanks for the info.
Hey Luke, awesome timelapses.
I'm just wondering if you're dog had any difficulties getting up the tougher sections (ladders rocks etc)... I'm planning on brining my dog to this hike. Also, do you require backcountry permits for this hike?
Thanks! No permits, just a backcountry camping fee paid online. Nina didn't have any trouble but your dog may not be the same.
What camera do you use ?
the sony a7s, original version
Damn the nature in North America is really something. Here in Poland we have some nice mountains in the south too but it's not the same when there is a village or a town within 10 km from even the wildest places. It's just too crowded here and the rules in national parks have to be strict to preserve the nature. Generally no wild camping. Europe is just too small haha.
I've heard this about Europe before from other people as well and it makes me always grateful for the wild places we have in Canada. Although this park here in this video is very close to Vancouver and other large cities, and easily accessible.
Your video inspires me! Thank you for capturing!
If I were to ask some questions, in general of most of your hikes, how do you capture all of these? (I mean, mix of GoPro and the Sony A7s?) Some of the time lapse seemed to be moving, so do you have a gimbal or something similar that you carry too? That would be quite some weight to carry, it probably would add to the difficulty, but then again, it helps us get to see your nice adventure!
My last question is in regards to battery for your gear. Do you take a lot of spare batteries pre-charged? Really cool to wonder about all these questions! (It's ok if you can't answer them all). But really, thank you very much for documenting your videos and taking us to great heights while down here on plain land. Hope one day I can do this hike too! Keep it up brother!
Hey Sarwar! Thanks for the comment, in this video it's all the a7s (now I use an insta360 too) and I do a little panning/tilting digitally to the time lapses. Yes, I have to take a bunch of charged batteries with me, and unfortunately the battery life on the a7s is pretty awful.
@@lifeofluke Thank you very much for the reply Luke! Your editing is really good! It's great that A7S alone could capture so well!
Great video! I just have a couple questions. Where there any animals or anything that could pose a harm on the mountain? What's the exact mountain called? Any tips on what to bring or what not to bring? Can you bring a small portable butane cooker on the peak? Or where can I go to find the answer to all these questions
The mountain is called Golden Ears. There are black bears in the park. I'll refer you to this: bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/golden_ears/
@@lifeofluke thanks!
Really want to go backpacking in the Rockies for my bday in March. How is the weather in Canada then?
skis or snowshoes are more appropriate for March... you'll find the temperatures near or well below zero
Hey Luke, any nice camp spots beside a lake that a vehicle can drive to? Like a car camping type
Jones lake rec site looks beautiful but I haven't been there psersonally
Can you please tell the list of items one must carry up there
I have a gear video on my channel if you want to see more, but here's a general idea: sleeping bag and pad, tent, water, food, stove and cookware, lighter, headlamp, warm layers, first aid kit, and a pack to carry it all. And good footwear.
Wonderful place, well captured. Tell me, what month of the year was this?
September
@@lifeofluke Thanks.
Pretty popular place what do people use for a bathroom there ?
BSK Garage there’s a toilet at the top.
one half of the emergency shelter is an outhouse
What camera do you use when you’re hiking?
sony a7s
How long did it take you to get to the emergency house and what was your pace roughly?
maybe 4 hours and I don't know the pace because we stopped often. I don't remember all these small details
I want to do this hike, what the trails name? and could you elaborate on how to book the sites at the top? amazing video by the way!
The trail's name is Golden Ears mountain, you cannot reserve backcountry campsites, of which this is one, they are first come first serve. They cost 5$/person/night and this is paid online
@@lifeofluke oh okay is the 5 for backcountry permits?
yes
Hey bud. Awesome video. What month did you head up? And that campsite... How close to the peak was it??
This was September, and that campsite is just under the peak, ~30mins from the top.
One more question if you remember - do you have to book ahead of time to secure a spot? If so, where?
How do you book a spot up top
it's first come first serve
5:57 Nina's eyes 😂😂😂
Did you have to book ahead? Looks like a tough climb to get to the top and then find out there’s no where to camp.
There's no booking for backcountry sites, it's first come first serve
Where these two gentleman camped is not he top of golden ears mountain, not even close, to go to the actual summit your looking at a hike of twelve hours return to car in one shot.
How is there a waterfall that high up?
There's a couple lingering snow patches above the camp
Hi What is the name of the campsite that you spent a night? is it Panorama Ridge that can also be accessed from Whistler side?
It's just the Gold Ears campsite below the peak/ at the emergency shelter.
No, Panorama ridge is in a different park and this camp site is quite far from Whistler.
Wow. That infrastructure was NOT. There when i solo climbed it 25 yrs. Ago. I wonder if the gully climb is still approacheable.
I would like to book that trail. Can you tell me the name of campsite at the top?
It's just the backcountry campsite at the top of Golden Ears, and it's first come first serve
@@lifeofluke Omg. Hike all the way up there and nowhere to camp or is there? Ouch
@@cowichanguy5968 There's tent platforms up there but you can't book them ahead
That trail never had ladders or bridges and tent platforms when I hiked it.
If you go to the second peak and look down, there is a cement grave marker. My buddy's best friend fell and was killed there
Hi , would you bring back your dog again ?
yes
Hi, is it free to camp there on the top???
No, it's $5/person/night
@@lifeofluke if the campsites first come first server where do you pay?
this makes me want to go camping in Golden Ears. Wow! what a view. how long was the hike ?
Ya the views are beautiful! the hike is about 3-4 hours
Rambo
Seriously.. Why would anyone want to climb that high only to camp near so many other people?
Because they know they're not the only people on the planet and that it doesn't revolve around them.
@@TheOriginalSindini Sheeple, or the old term.. Lemmings. The sort of impact that those people make on an area when they cram together like that is beyond disgusting. Where they pee, where they poop, everything that they trample. etc etc.
I bet you would like living in a soiled diaper. That is all this is.
I do all I can to get away from other people when I am out, it is why I go in the off season, or shoulder seasons, I also choose climbs that don't get this sort of sheeple on them.
I can tell by your response that you and I would knock heads and I am fine with it. I would love to meet someone like you out in the wilderness where nobody is around to see or hear anything.
This video was incredible, what an amazing hike and experience to see the clouds like that. Spectacular 👍😎❤️
Thank you Scott!