Solo Wild Camping in the Scottish Wilderness
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- Опубліковано 25 лип 2022
- Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure? Join me on an epic wild camping trip to an ultra-remote loch in Scotland. With the words 'as remote as possible' echoing in my mind, I scoured OS Maps for the perfect camping location.
Our journey takes us through breathtaking landscapes of lochs, waterfalls, burns, mountain peaks, and forests. With fresh mountain air filling our lungs, we discover pristine white sandy beaches and the thrill of wild trout fishing.
But our journey isn't without its challenges. We encounter a poisonous adder snake and a cloud of midges that test our resilience and determination. Despite these obstacles, we persevere and are rewarded with some of the most stunning scenery Scotland has to offer.
Join me on this incredible journey and discover the beauty of Scotland's wilderness. Whether you're an avid hiker, a nature enthusiast, or simply seeking an adventure, this video is sure to inspire and leave you yearning for more.
So sit back, relax, and let's embark on this epic adventure!
Adventure awaits,
Eze
Gear List and Links:
Sleep & Camp:
Tent - Naturehike Cloud-Up 2 20D Grey - amzn.to/3tzNNXk
Sleeping Pad - Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm - amzn.to/3xpOVhw
Fold Foam Pad - Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite SOL - amzn.to/3xncjw9
Sleeping Bag (Comfort 5c) - Thermarest Questar 32 - amzn.to/39s6yoX
Sleeping Bag (Comfort -2c) - Rab Ascent 700 - amzn.to/3xiMVYk
Sleeping Bag (Comfort -5c) - Mountain Equipment Helium 600
Tarp - DD Hammocks - DD SuperLight Tarp 3m x 2.9m - amzn.to/3ty5wyD
Paracord (620lb) - Abma Cord 550 Paracord 9 Inner Strands - amzn.to/3zxq4Lr
Paracord (100lb) - Abma Cord 2mm Paracord 1 Inner Strand - amzn.to/3QdnHDr
Tools & Fishing:
Knife - Mora Outdoor Companion 860 - amzn.to/3tCfDlR
Saw - Bahco Laplander Folding Saw - amzn.to/3aYd6fv
Fishing Rod - QudraKast Fishing Rod - amzn.to/3xjlXQ8
Fishing Reel - Piscifun Flame Spinning Ultra Smooth - amzn.to/3xocOpz
Cooking:
Water Filter - SAWYER Squeeze - amzn.to/3xueDl7
Stove - MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove - amzn.to/3QjCRac
Titanium Pot - Lixada Titanium Cup 750ml - amzn.to/39uKGZX
Cookware Kit - Aitsite Cookware Kit Aluminum Lightweight - amzn.to/3tznCAe
Wood Stove / Bushbox - Lixada Camping Wood Stove - amzn.to/3mLXi1O
Filming:
Drone - DJI Air 2S Fly More Combo - amzn.to/3MOsZSE
iPhone 13 Pro 512GB - amzn.to/3mHR2bl
GoPro - HERO8 Black - amzn.to/3txbEa4
GoPro Windscreen - Foam Windslayer Housing Case - amzn.to/3Oe5oMm
GoPro Clamp - amzn.to/3aScJmp
GoPro Dual Battery Charger - amzn.to/3xp57zu
Go Pro Chest Mount - amzn.to/3HlUh1L
Head Harness - Amazon Basics Head Strap - amzn.to/3zBOO5g
Tripod Main - K&F Concept 64” Compact Light Aluminium Tripod - amzn.to/3NQ8K8I
Tripod iPhone Adapter - Woohot 360 Degree Rotation - amzn.to/3MOZ7pw
iPhone Microphone - RØDE VideoMicro Compact - amzn.to/3zRu49R
Electronics:
Garmin InReach Mini - amzn.to/3aYinnj
Battery Bank - Anker PowerCore 20100 - 20000mAh - amzn.to/3O57L4N
Charging Cable (Lightning) - Anker 1ft - amzn.to/3HhVJlS
Headtorch - amzn.to/3zBfDGD
Thermometer - amzn.to/3HhVJlS
Clothing:
Muck Boots (Knee length) - Arctic Sport - amzn.to/3QhrkYV
Boots Hiking - Scarpa Men’s Terra GTX - amzn.to/3mHwjVc
Lifejacket - amzn.to/3OesgLG
Socks (Waterproof) - SEALSKINZ Cold Weather - amzn.to/3HlVXsb
Socks (Merino Wool) - amzn.to/3tW52Td
Class video yet again mate! Such a beautiful area up there and you captured it really well 😁👌🏻 look forward to your next one! Drone footage was quality too!
Thanks Matty!! really is a stunning area, looking forward to getting out on our next adventure mate xx
So beautiful, so peaceful. Such an inspiring solo adventure in nature. Just love all your videos. You are a beautiful soul, Eze. Blessings
Wow thanks so much for the kind words really appreciate it! I'm glad you liked the adventure, wishing you much blessings back!!
Amazing, I wish I had found this video sooner! This place is truly amazing and looks so much more beautiful in summer! This was very similar to the 4 day trip my friend James and I did here a few months ago. Such a stunning place to go.
Thank you so much! Keep on adventuring!
Thanks for sharing this wonderful movie with us. I would love to do something like that. Whimpi,, Indonesia....
You should bud! Hope you get a chance to adventure a bit in Indonesia!! would love to explore that country!! Thanks for commenting and welcome aboard my friend!
You've done some great work! If you are ever in the US again (September) I formally invite you to join us for a Yellowstone trip. This year we're canoeing the lake, spending 11 nights, 12 days in the backcountry. Usually we'll do 10+ day backpacking trips as well. If you are ever interested, let me know. Keep up the great work!
That sounds awesomeeee!! I'll definitely have to pick your brain on that area and would be wicked to connect on an adventure sometime!! thanks for the kind invite!!
Great camp Eze, especially the first night's stealth camp. You have to watch the winds in those inns though, they'll break tent poles every time...less midges though which is a bonus.
Hahaha yeah those winds can catch you out in the middle of the night!! :-) glad you liked it mate
Loving your adventures
Thanks Mark!!
Stunning filming again and you not only captured that but gave justice as to just how epic this beauty truly is! Thank you for sharing 😊. Another magical adventure…. Apart from the midgies of course lol
Thanks so much, loved this one!! Except the midges haha!!
Ahh I was laughing at your hotel stealth camp till you broke your pole! 😳 glad you got it sorted though. Stunning location for the camp!! 👍🏻
hahaha yeah it was funny and stupid ... but mostly funny hahaha ! Glad you liked it mate
What a beautiful World we have. Thanks for showing us. Great work.
We really do, and it's my pleasure!
Great video as always Eze . What an amazing place you certainly found peace and quiet. Those midge’s looked a nightmare but worth it for a wonderful camp . Look forward to your next adventure. 👍
Thanks a lot Peter as always!! Definitely was worth it, glad you liked it buddy!
Great outdoor experience man. Looks like you had a good time at the mountain loch. Good spirits and vibes in your video and incredible drone shoots too!
Thanks a lot I appreciate that very much Mario! Glad you enjoyed it, it's a pleasure to share experiences in this way :-)
Brilliant Eze. Really enjoyed that.
Thanks Mark appreciate that brother!
Dude! This video literally makes wanna live!
Yeaaaaah brother amen to that! Life is for LIVING ❤️
Great video again Eze buddy.. Looks like an amazing spot to camp.. Keep up the good work
Thanks a lot buddy really was a beauty spot, well worth the effort!
Another amazing video, keep up the good work mate!
Thanks buddy! Hope you're well!!
What a trip. Awesome. Great drone footage.
Oft pesky midge.
Nice one.
Thanks James buddy I appreciate that! keep on adventuring brother
loved the video. you've inspired me to get out a bit. Not overnight, but I've done a few day hikes recently.
That's awesome David! Keep at it! Really warms my heart to hear that. Spending time outdoors and in nature is beneficial - regardless whether you sleep out or not! Well done!
Hi bro, just discovered your channel,your filming,editing and commentary are second to none. Thanks for visiting our wonderful country. Subbed up, keep up with the good work 👌
Thank you so much 👍 I really appreciate it Roddy! Welcome aboard buddy and give Scotland a big kiss from me lol!
Beautiful from start to finish 😍
Thanks buddy xxx!
Very nice video! Love Scottish adventures being from Edinburgh myself ;)
Thanks a lot, appreciate that! Scotland is magical
Excellent 👌👍... And Thanks.... A beautiful place..
Most welcome 😊 appreciate the support bud!
Yet again you pulled it out the bag Eze your one of my favourite channel's you always entertain and show amazing places glad you managed to fix your tent just aswell it didn't happen at the Loch bet you carry the bits with you next time just in case atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍
Thanks again Jimmy!!! Appreciate the continued support as always buddy, big heart.
Definitely super happy it didn't happen up there and yeah carrying extra bits now just in case!! you live and you learn!! take care bud
Epic as usual.
Cheers buddy!
Absolutely fantastic fella, well done.
Thanks simon bud!!!
Another awesome video Eze .... was up north Wales last week....plenty of midges there too
Aaaaahh thanks buddy ! Yeah they seem to be out in force but hey, worth it nonethelsss! Hope you had an awesome trip?
Midge swarms, the only notable wildlife danger in Scotland (except the odd Capercaillie). Worth it for those views though.
Also having lived in the uk all my life i've still never seen an adder in the wild haha
hahah wildlife dangers :-) !! I know, seems quite rare, I went to grab its tail thinking it was a grass snake at first!! then heard it hissing!!! I was likeee hmmmm wait a minuteeee...!!
thats a stunning location eze! well done mate outstanding effort
Thanks bud really was a special location, worth the effort in the end 🙂 - thanks for watching and adventure on baby!
‘Not complaining, I’m explaining’ I’m going to use that one. Another great expedition Eze 👏🏻
Thanks David mate appreciate it! Glad to see you're enjoying the content, thanks for watching and commenting!
Wow.
Thanks!!
Stunning work 👌
Much appreciated thank you!
Gorgeous upload bud, fantastically edited and filmed.👌👌😮🎥
Thanks I really appreciate that!!
Love watching your videos..............the respect you show to the environment is ''second to none''.............well made,informative,enjoyable and very honest about your experiences. Have watched the majority of your content and always come away from them feeling positive and energized.................ATB.......Stu ...👌
Hey STU!
That's an awesome comment I really appreciate it man.
Makes me super happy to hear the videos have a positive effect on you, it's motivation for me to keep going and do more! Epic adventure coming this Sunday, stay tuned!!
Until next time mate.
@@EzeAdventurer My pleasure.......look forward to the next adventure.
Lovely vid bro (as ever) You are one lucky guy to have shared some time/space with the beautiful Adder🐍 KTF🙏
Thanks Marty! Appreciate it!! I really do feel so lucky to have witnessed the adder!!! Realised it more so as I got home!! Take care bud!!
Magic Video
Thanks so much, felt magic being there!
Beautiful spot, even the spooky fog was amazing. Bet you're glad you decided to test pitch your tent in the hotel! Can't imagine how you would feel if that happened at the Loch 😲
Long walk back, hope you got airlifted out 🚁 😆
Thanks bud! haha yeah I honestly felt stupid at first for breaking the tent in the hotel room, but then quickly realised it was such a blessing!
Would have struggled to come up with a good fix on the mountain without supplies/know how.
Thanks for watching mate!
Thank you for sharing your adventure! I really enjoy your channel. Cheers!
Glad you enjoy it! Thanks buddy!
@@EzeAdventurer You're very welcome, my friend!
Wow eze epic adventure. Great drone footage and what a spot to stay, shame about the pesky midges. Don’t know how you coped with them. Maxxxx ps love the humour at the beginning made me chuckle 🤭
hahaha glad you liked the funny bits!!! Those midges weren't so bad to be honest, especially with the bug shirt, it's a life saver!!! Also the wind kept them at bay mostly !! And in any event, good price to pay for such. beauty spot!! Keep on adventuring and enjoying nature!! thanks a lot maxine!!
brilliant
Thanks , I appreciate that buddy!
The view from your tent (before the fog!)was simply 'wow !!
Was going to write exactly the same thing.
Great minds think alike! :-)
Thanks Sally really was insane!! Glad you liked it!
Your first night's camp looked like a tough one 😂Those midges in Scotland are no joke, my face looked like a pepperoni pizza for a few days when I last went there. Worth it for those views though 🤘
Hahaha yeah roughing it there at the premier inn first night... and yeah those midges are vicious ey? haha pepperoni pizza. love it. Keep getting out there brother and thanks for the support
Great adventure yet again love your videos bud always give me motivation to get out hopefully get out and start making some videos myself soon stay safe mate 🏕👍
Thanks brother, that's what it's all about! Get out there and do things your way! Everything big has to start small...!
I have fished and camped at that loch many times myself. Never saw anyone else fish it just a few passing walkers
Such a beautiful spot isn't it mate??
Definitely I live not far away and grew up fishing those hill lochs. Had some great days on that loch and some really bad days the trout are either hot or not at all
Feast or famine!!! Reminds me of water levels of the rivers just before setting off for a canoe trip!@@Eggyfart83
I enjoyed your video subbed you mate I never quite made it there lost light got to lock neldriken iv unfinished buissines there I don't miss the walking conditions though harsh
Thanks Wayne and welcome aboard brother! Yeah definitely need some good longer days to get up there ey? Neldricken is also beautiful - good excuse to come back to the area!! Nice one brother !
Great film Eze. I wild camped on the mountain adjacent to that loch last summer. I really wanted to return via the loch but the weather really worsened overnight. Definitely one for the future though. 👍
Hey dude, where is that lochs? Seems like a cool place.
Somewhere in SW Scotland bud! Can't say exact location, but inside Galloway
Aaaah yeah the mountain looked so sick but just didn't have the energy to go up it this time! Definitely worthy getting back to it and through the loch route! Thanks buddy!!
..cool video keep up the great content.. Thank you…
Thanks a lot !! Will do and welcome!
@@EzeAdventurer Thank you very mutch... have a nice day.... see you….
I know this is dated, but your drone footage was spectacular!!!
Thank you , appreciate that!!
You deserve far more subscribers man. Unreal videos and quality, your gonna blow up any day!
I appreciate that! Hope so friend!!!
Good times Eze, good times. At the risk of being obvious, I’m assuming Naturehike don’t supply a splint for broken poles?
You saw some amazing reptile life, I’ve lived in Scotland for 47 years and never seen an Adder.
It’s such a pity about the Midges, they really can spoil it if the wind drops below maybe four or five mph. Cheers. 👍🏼
Hey bud! Yeah they didn't supply a splint actually but they recently sent me a replacement set of poles so that's awesome! I know re the snake!! I actually went to grab its tail thinking it was a grass snake, only later realising it was hissing and was in fact an adder! Really grateful for seeing it though, beautiful. gotta love the midge fest!!!
@@EzeAdventurer Ha ha ha, I wouldn’t recommend grabbing it. 😂 It’s venomous but it wouldn’t kill a healthy man. But you were remote and it might make you quite ill for a few days.
Will you carry a tent splint from now?
Damn midges, spoil everything.
Cool adventure eze, where are all the trees..
Thanks a lot buddy! I know... it's a forested area where they harvest timber and so it takes years and years to regenerate some areas...!
another excellent video Eze that,s the only thing i hate about Scotland is the midges lol! were did you get the midge jacket ? would love to get my hands on one. All the best mate and look forward to the next one.
Hey buddy!! thanks a lot, such. beautiful place! the bug shirt is a life saver! got it from here:
www.midgeguard.co.uk/product/the-original-bugshirt-elite-edition/
Keep on adventuring buddy!
Absolutely amazing video man love your adventures
Im looking at going to Scotland next year gor the first time just trying to find somewhere any advice??
Glen affric, Galloway forest so many places to visit in Scotland!
yeay! today i'm going to scotland for an adventure. Lol.. this is the first time i'm watching this type of video from your country. very nice view..very good adventure. how do you recharge your battery? any big wild animal in that location?
Enjoy Scotland, it's a beautiful country!! No wild animals at all to worry about!! I use a power bank to recharge electronics! Thanks for watching!
Great video as ever! I was thinking it would amazing to kayak in those lochs. Would be one mighty climb with a kayak though. Keep creating! What type of drone do you have? It produces some stunning shots.
Thanks Lloyd, appreciate that bud!! Definitely worth getting some kind of boat up there haha, ideally it'd be an alpacka raft etc but they are pricey! I'm using the DJI AIR 2S I believe, really happy with it! I crashed it in Patagonia, it was submerged for 10 minutes and it's still going strong, unbelievable.
Link below just incase:
Drone - DJI Air 2S Fly More Combo - amzn.to/3MOsZSE
, 😊👍
Thanks a lot!
Incredible channel and awesome adventures. Let me know if you're ever seeking an adventure collaborator in Switzerland. Just ordered my inflatable canoe, similar to your packraft. 👍
thanks so much mate! Switzerland is sooo beautiful, would love to adventure there sometime!!
@@EzeAdventurer Just let me know. I'm not a newbie. I've done several expeditions on different continents, up in the Arctic, etc. A collaboration would also be cool. In Autumn, it's beautiful here. The photo opportunities for landscapes and wildlife are pretty incredible. Hit me up!
Lovely film and the quality was spot on. Have you changed your camera? I could watch in full screen and it was perfect.
Hey buddy! Haven't but actually was using my GoPro more this time... maybe it films better than the iPhone in general...? I'm filming in 4k, 30 frames per second... sometimes it automatically loads in lower resolution? so worth checking? Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice video Eze how do you find the midge jacket.
absolutely love it! essential piece of kit for me! especially for Canada etc
Hello, can I ask why you use a xtherm and SOL mat in fair weather? Just ordered a xlite. Thanks
Hi mate, honestly because it's the only matt I have / use. You can easily get away with something lighter with less R Value! I like the Xtherm, and use it all year round!
Aha I see, thank you! I went for the lighter option so hoping it does the job 🙏 love your videos, especially your kayak/camp trips in the lakes/Scotland 🤌
@@mark5904 Hey Mark! I'm sure it will buddy, it has a SOLID 4.2 R Value - that's so good for it's weight. Actually want one now lol! Maybe the regular wide version! Thanks for watching the videos, I appreciate it! More to come dude!
No trees is kind of sad.
That’s normal at that altitude in Scotland, also it s a forestry so they grow them to cut them down unfortunately . I know ..
Love your adventures Eze. Hopefully one of these days you will be able to follow your nose over to my channel and see what type of trouble I have got into. All the best and continue to follow your nose!🍁🦫
#stealthcampingalliance
Thanks brother keep on adventuring will try check your channel out soon (on holiday with the family at the moment!) - All the very best!!
@@EzeAdventurer Enjoy your time off with your family🍁🦫
I cannot think of a better way to spend time by yourself 🏕️.
N. E. U. S. A.
Thanks a lot Sam - was indeed very appreciated solitude :-) !