It's great to be back on KZread! Black Bear Pass has been on the bucket list for years and it did not disappoint! This was filmed in the summer of 2022.

@BirdDogOffRoadAdventures

2 күн бұрын

I was bout to say, it was closed all of last year and doubtful it’s open already for this year.

@OverlandScout81

2 күн бұрын

@@BirdDogOffRoadAdventures I’m hearing it’s still closed but not officially permanently closed. I’m glad we went before it was closed. Nice channel you have, just subbed my friend.

Done this a few times myself . Always take the high line and cut down onto the step there. Definite pucker factor.

Nice to see you posting videos again, always enjoyed them. 🍻

@OverlandScout81

2 күн бұрын

Thank you! Really appreciate it.

One of the best vids I’ve seen of the pass as someone hoping to do it some time and watching the lines. Thanks. Hope it doesn’t close permanently before I get to do it.

@OverlandScout81

Күн бұрын

Thank you my friend! Really happy you found it useful. I’d like to do it again too and hoping it reopens for us.

I have to be honest. Your videos are some of the best on the tubes. I've missed them. Glad you're posting some up. I lead a group out to the San Juans and the COBDR last summer and unfortunately Black Bear Pass was the only BOH trail closed. Hopefully I'll get out there again soon to check it off the list. Adventure on!

@OverlandScout81

Күн бұрын

My friend that really means a lot and I greatly appreciate it! Hopefully you’ll get the chance to run Black Bear Pass. Where are you based out of? I’m in Oregon.

@danmulkiewicz5515

Күн бұрын

@@OverlandScout81 I lived in Eugene for 5 years but am now down in San Diego. In my free time I organize overlanding type trips with close friends and other youtubers. Mark Doiron (DxD Overland youtube channel) just released some videos on a AZBDR trip I organized a couple months go. Next trip will be in early Sept. UTBDR + Moab BOH trails. If you're ever interested in joining feel free to DM me! Good people are always welcome. :) AZBDR Teaser Video from Mark's Channel: kzread.info/dash/bejne/h397sKSPmse7epc.htmlsi=gZGyXQi00tHV9w_7

Epic adventure!! Love your videos!!

@OverlandScout81

2 күн бұрын

Thanks brother! It means a lot! It’s good to be back!

@BrienWood7.3

2 күн бұрын

@OverlandScout81 it's really good to have you back!! Glad to see you out having fun!

Took it in my 2011 f150 crew cab with a 6 foot box; NEVER AGAIN 😳😁 definitely a Jeep trail!!

@OverlandScout81

2 күн бұрын

I can imagine that was a challenge! Jeeps make it easy so good on you for completing it in your F150. More guts than us for sure!

@Coolhansolo

2 күн бұрын

I ran it in a 1999 F-150 in August of 2022 it's not a full-size trail really but doable. I'm glad it's off my list a nice 2 door Jeep would make it easier but looks like it's closed for awhile.

@OverlandScout81

2 күн бұрын

@@Coolhansolo nice! Yeah, super unfortunate it’s still closed. I understand the Sheriff’s position though but wish the folks being idiots were punished appropriately and it kept open for the rest of us.

@Coolhansolo

2 күн бұрын

​@OverlandScout81 The Sherriff is always rescuing people on it due to rock slides and people rolling. I guess he got tired of it and it is a dangerous area due to slides and rocks falling. With lots of rain that area turns into soup.

Black Bear Pass is now permanently closed. Sheriff says they don't have the resources to deal with people going down it. Someone went down the road late last year when it was closed and got stuck. One person ruined it for everyone else.

@OverlandScout81

2 күн бұрын

I was tracking the folks that went down when it was closed last year and that it might be permanently closed but wasn’t tracking the decision to permanently close it was official. Incredibly unfortunate.

@mattk0kb921

2 күн бұрын

There has been no official announcement. Ophir and Imogene are still closed as well. I remain hopeful all three will open again by the end of July but I suspect BBP will never open again. I’ll be changing my fall plans and will spend less time in the area if so.

@OverlandScout81

2 күн бұрын

@@mattk0kb921 good to hear it’s not official yet. Hoping it opens for you in July. It truly was an amazing experience.

@DUNEATV

Күн бұрын

@@mattk0kb921 Me too. I’m canceling my trip.

FUN TIMES !

@user-zs1fr7im6l

2 күн бұрын

I've been there multiple times ! To hell you ride ( TELLURIDE)

It was a great trip! Next time we go together!

@OverlandScout81

3 күн бұрын

Definitely my friend!

If I was in that video there would be more likes 🧍‍♀️

@OverlandScout81

3 күн бұрын

For sure!

When was this video filmed? Black Bear Pass hasn't opened yet this year. ?

@csuengr

3 күн бұрын

I was wondering about that. It's usually open by now.

@OverlandScout81

3 күн бұрын

Apologies, I should have mentioned when we went. This was in the summer of 2022. I’ve been tied up with work and finally got around to editing this.

@csuengr

3 күн бұрын

@@OverlandScout81 You work at a rope manufacturer?

@OverlandScout81

3 күн бұрын

@@csuengr ha! Nope!

can a full size truck do black bear pass?

@OverlandScout81

17 сағат бұрын

Yes, you can do it in a full size truck and several guys in the comments mentioned they did it. They also mentioned they would never do it again and that it’s best in a jeep or similar size. My honest opinion is yes you can do it but it’s definitely going to be more difficult and you need to know your truck like the back of your hand.

When did Black Bear pass open up?

@OverlandScout81

2 күн бұрын

It’s unfortunately still closed. This trip was in the summer of 2022.

@TheBlue350ss

Күн бұрын

@@OverlandScout81 Thanks, well that sucks

The trail at the 3:00 mark is the worst spot. Everything else is pretty easy, IMHO.

@OverlandScout81

3 күн бұрын

Yes sir, I would agree. The sheer drop makes it intense but we regularly find ourselves in tougher obstacles in Moab or OHV parks. Our jeeps are pretty forgiving with how capable they are. Having said that, folks have done this trail in all sorts of different vehicles. Just gotta know your rig, be smart about what line you take based on your vehicle, and go nice and slow.