I can't say enough about Trail Lakes Campground, the owner's, David and Jack Shealy, are some of the most welcoming people we've ever met. My wife and I moved ourselves and 3 children from Massachusetts to Florida in 2004 and we were fortunate to find Trail Lakes as our temporary home while looking for a house in the Naples FL area. We stayed in our motorhome at Trail Lakes for about 6 months. What an awesome adventure! The children loved camping, fishing and cooking over the fire almost every night! We also enjoyed meals at Joanne's and at the restaurants in Everglades City. So much seafood, it was great! The children attended Everglades City schools for a short time while we were there, the class sizes were incredibly small, our daughter's class had four student's, including her! Eventually, we found our home in Naples and had to move into town. That was a bittersweet time, but, my wife has a medical career and the commute to the hospital where she worked everyday was quite long. We all loved our time at Trail Lakes Campground and we do our best to get back down there when we can. If anyone is planning a trip to the Everglades I'd highly recommend a stay at Trail Lakes! If you have camping gear you can rent a campsite, if you're into glamping they offer chickee huts or fully accomidated cabins with A/C. You'll have a great time!

Kelly it was fun again ! That sweet reptile sunning with her mouth open was an american crocodile, a wonderful find ! I grew up with alligators that we gave names to. They learned their name's & came when we called them. The alligator that came to you was a feeding redponce. Obviously, it had been fed by folks staying there. You were in no danger unless you went swimming in her space. God is good & all He has created is wonderful and has a purpose...❤

Oh my goodness! The gentleman at the camp store was adorable! You know you just made his day!

“How is this legal?” and “You look like the sheriff”. Hilarious.

At 15:07, that is a Purple Gallinule! We had them in Lakeland, FL at Lake Hollingsworth.

@kellyhays23

4 ай бұрын

Awesome! I think he might have been my favorite find other than the croc!

the shark valley observation tower and clingman's dome is the same architect :)

@thewanderingtraveler8984

4 ай бұрын

It is a smaller veraion. I went up it today. Definitely not a nice as Clingman's Dome

Dude your cooking beef over the fire in the middle of the Everglades! Your ringing the gator dinner bell!🤣

Thank you so much for bringing Everglades to us. The bike loop was absolutely gorgeous. Hope Donald will comment on here!

Gator was like, "Yeah, I'm here for the burger that flipped into the fire, nevermind you're busy, I'll just be on my way." 🤣 Love your e-bike, and yes, that totally looked like Clingman's Dome! I freaking love your vlogs! ✌️

Brings back memories. I stayed in that chickee a few years ago when that gator was just a baby. Even then it would come to the edge of the water, and sneak up on you, if you weren't paying attention. That is definitely that gator's pond!

Kelly, you never disappoint. This video was so much fun to watch. I live in SW Georgia and I've never been to the Everglades. My Florida stomping grounds are around Apalachicola, Shell Point and Mexico Beach. Maybe some day, I'll brave the long trip and traffic. Thank you for a delightful moment via video.

Hi Kelly! The viewing tower at SV is actually the sister structure to the one on the AT. I believe they were designed by the same architect. I loved your video, your channel is one of my favorites. Peaches AT 2019

You're never alone "especially" when you're alone

Kelly, some of the birds were a great blue heron a killdeer , a black vulture, the one you asked about was a purple gallinule and the reptile with the moth open was a salt water crocodile not a Gator , he has a pointy nose not square across like a Gator! Great finds!

Best part about the stone crab is they don’t kill the crab. The take one of the 2 claws and release the crab. They are so delicious

You need to do the fish eating creek kayak… the shuttle up and down tot he campground. You will see so many gators and the cypress Rees are amazing

We are going to have to start calling Kelly, Ellie Mae Clampett, because of how much she loves nature and animals and how she attracts them. Thanks for taking us along on these cool adventures. Be Blessed!

Loved seein' ya out enjoyin' your Ebike ! Am looking forward to more of your Ebike adventures !

Your channel is the first I've ever watched for Florida adventures. It's making me want to book a trip just to see the nature! What a relaxing spot in spite of the toothy creatures running around.

Such Great adventures!!! I've been in Florida since 2003.. and it amazes me that you continue to show areas I have never known existed let alone ever been to.. thank you for sharing!!!

Hi, Kelly! That was a great video! I've never knowingly gone hiking, but I have gone fishing and walked for many years, miles in nature, to reach the destination, and I have realized that I'm a magnet for venomous and apex animals. Thank you for sharing your time and experiences. Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay happy! Everything else is manageable! Pops

Kelly your production quality just keeps getting better and better. Hey Cow!

I just love going along with you on your adventures. What memories you are making.

Kelly says "You better back off bro" to a large gator coming after her!!! At night no less....😂🐊

@kellyhays23

4 ай бұрын

😹😹

@harrythehammer

4 ай бұрын

@@kellyhays23 I found your channel about a week ago… I’m such a big fan. Thank you for taking us around Florida.

@kellyhays23

4 ай бұрын

@@harrythehammer welcome harry!!! Thank you for watching!!

@Northanteus

4 ай бұрын

😨🏃💨🐊

@ChrisCastro-to5vb

21 күн бұрын

Damn Donald low key grilled you 😭

Sweet vlog Kelly, you really found a fire Chickee hut there 🔥. You are so inspiring, always on new adventures + Those were some sick shots of the gators, glad you had a fun time. 🤎

Another great video Kelly! So many gators. That bike trail was insane! Thanks for taking me along. Gooch Gap St. Patrick's Day.

Awesome video, love the bike trail. Wife and I might have to try that campsite. Thanks for sharing.

Dope vid! Wow, whatever day this is, the fit & look is fire!🔥🔥 Thanks for the upload Kelly!

Wow that was an awesome video! I love watching your adventures 😊

Wow another awesome adventure video!! Everglades National Park Flamingo is a wonderful place for adventures they have a new lodge or glammping options . This is where the fresh water meets the salt water. Lots of kayak trails, hiking, boating, you can rent a houseboat. Highly recommend this.

@snark007

4 ай бұрын

If you decide to go be sure to stop at Robert is Here for great smoothies and local fruits and veggies

Amazing video, love the channel

Great video, but that night sky timelapse was 🔥🎆 I can't believe you caught that many shooting stars! The camera upgrade is definitely paying off.

Absolutely stunning. What a beautiful place.

Kelly it’s always nice to follow u on yr adventures .. thanks for sharing.. love ❤️ from New Mexico.😊

Thanks for another great video 👍👍

Kelly, love it that you’re exploring the Everglades and Big Cypress. Living in Naples, my wife and I hike the trails quite a bit. Your video gives a good representation of the diversity of plants and animals/reptiles….🐊

This looks like a ton of fun. Great video!

Thank you so much for this video it was awesome.❤❤

Camping in the everglades is awesome.

I wanna go every where u go ….you make it all such fun. And not that tourist crap

Awesome and fun video! Loved all the crocs and views. Always look forward to watching, until next time!

Great video, Kelly, and thanks for showing us around the southern terminus. I truly love your videos and hope you continue to keep making great videos and keep hiking long trails in the future. I only wish i could hike the AT. And you made it a reality. I guess that's what happens when you meet the right woman. Sounding off TooTall!

Wow...very cool....and informative, too !! Looks like your making big strides with that new camera....great footage! All the best !

FANTASTIC!! Loved that hut soooo much!

@ralphp3057

3 ай бұрын

I hate sleeping in those huts ! Huntsman spiders creep me out !!! Rather be in a zipper closed in tent !

The one with it's mouth open was an American Crocodile

Absolutely gorgeous thumbnail my friend, video is simply captivating and so atmospheric!

Leftover cold burgers for breakfast is a camping tradition for us no doubt...we always make enough for an army and then fill up on beer instead haha🤷‍♂️

That was awe inspiring, all those gators. What a beautiful place, so tranquil. What impressed me the most was you eating a cold hamburger sandwich in the morning. It impressed me because I was poor growing up and my mom would send us to school with leftover hamburger sandwiches. You are the first person I ever saw do the same. Your interaction with the gator was hilarious! Can't wait to see where you go next. Stay well, safe, and happy.

@kellyhays23

4 ай бұрын

Your mom sounds like she had the right idea haha thanks for being here David! Always enjoy reading your comments :)

Just found your channel. Love your content! Thank you so much for sharing!

So fun, what an adventure!

Back off! To that gator? You are a gem, funny, adventurous! Those huts are really cool, take care, keep up the good work

Great video, Looks like a cool place.

great video. cant believe that dome was there!

Holy crap!! What a trail.

The Everglades are so beautiful. I’ve had a chance to visit Florida on occasion. I need to go back and see some of the places you’ve highlighted in your videos. I also need to complete watching your FT playlist. Take care.

This video was amazing I love your content so much you’re are amazing 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

"...wildest thing I've ever done ! Plus it's legal" 😂😂😂😂😂

Thanks Kelly…u r wonderfully fun! Saddle up!

Go to Wooten's airboat rides, it's a blast, we were there last month. Skip their swamp buggy ride, nothing special like the one you went on with your Arkansas friends. Stay safe and well.

Love this video Kelly,Cool camping spot,The cold burger breakfast was awesome,Be careful around those gators,They are no joke

What a nosy gator that’s after some food. I liked how you scared it away when it jumped back in the water and took off like a speeding missile.

Cool adventure 🏝

I literally just spent 4 days in big cypress!!! I stayed at Midland campground but I saw this one once I was already down there. Trail lakes looks waaay better!!! Next time 🤘🤘

I have an ebike and it really expanded my adventures when camping. I have an Ancheer 350 watt foldable similar to yours. Thanks for your gator filled adventure!

When down in Florida again check out the Overnight Peace river canoe trip. We counted over 100 gators and even as a Floridian they were the biggest ones we ever saw. If the water height is right you can also go fossiling . Michele H.

I did that trail on my road bike a couple of years ago, and can identify - I've never been that close to so many large gators. i'm gonna have to check out your bike. I like how you can fold it and stick it in the back, ride on terrain. etc.

Really impressive video one thing for sure no Tent Camping by the water and no small pets running around. Good Video.

"Crusty" the gaiter wanted a prime rib burger!

Check out the Smallwood store museum in Chokoloskee and make sure you stop and eat at the Rod & Gun club! You’ll find some amazing Florida Everglades history between the two places! Lots of places down US41 to kayak, camp, hike, fish, etc. I’m so glad I live minutes from there in Miami. It’s the most outdoors we can get out here outside of the city. Hope to meet you someday out there! Great video!

@kellyhays23

4 ай бұрын

Oooo thanks for these suggestions!!

@rivasoutdooradventures

4 ай бұрын

@@kellyhays23 you’re welcome! Just found your channel not long ago from watching Cody and Kellie’s videos and I really enjoy your videos too! Very fun to watch. Have fun and stay safe out there!

@kellyhays23

4 ай бұрын

So awesome! Thanks for being here❤️

purple gallinule. love those birds :)

Kelly, you and animals!!! Soooo funny!!!😂❤

Thank you so much❤

This is awesome that chickee Hut is sweet and all the wildlife hell yeah I can't believe it's been a year already when you did the Florida trail

I’m a Floridian and I know you’ve seen more of Florida than me . Heck I’ve never been past Tampa and I live in the panhandle. Have you ever been out west? Utah , Wyoming, Montana? If not I would highly recommend going. Simply amazing. All the hiking you can imagine with amazing views!

@kellyhays23

4 ай бұрын

Yes I have some videos from my van trip out west on the channel!

I really enjoy all your videos..i think they are great and informative... But this one may be my favorite !! " You better back off Bro" lol... classic

Awesome place Kelly ❤ it

That was a great ride thru the everglades looked awesome just got a ebike also they are so fun

I would love to see more bike trail videos

Gators love prime rib burgers extra rare with a little campfire funk on em... 🔥

Purple Gallinule at 15:00

Hi Kelly love your E-bike ❤😊

Excellent video Kelly! Private airboat tour? You look so happy, healthy and are model beautiful-keep enjoying everyday and bringing us along for the adventures

Gators can move very quickly on land. They run across I-10 between New Orleans and Slidell occasionally. You really don't want to hit one while driving! They're very calm and will generally ignore you. Unless they think you're getting too close to their babies...

Always fun watching your little adventures! People are so fascinated with gators . I just like what they taste like 👍 lol ! That was a croc sunning itself! They can be much more aggressive! Thanks for sharing! 👍😁

That was so cool when you said what does this look like Klingmans dome because I went there when I was a kid. Whe you said that I said looks like Klinsmann dome right before you said it so. Cool!😆😉

Wicked cool video! 🙂

Nice chickee hut! Nice adventure! Rock on

Maybe living in Florida you get used to it but I’m not walking, running, riding next to any alligator… 😬😬

You should take a trip to Dry Tortugas and camp out. I regret we did not spend the night when we were there and whenever we go back we will definitely camp out for a night or 2.

First time watching your videos, you’re absolutely beautiful 😊 I’ve watched a couple so far and wish I was able to do something like this on my own, especially to be able to involve my son who just turned 4 yesterday. I took him fishing for the first time and he came a small blue gill. He loved it so much and is excited for our next adventure!! I can’t wait to take him to the coast fishing, I lived in a small town on the North Carolina coast called Oriental, absolutely beautiful spot 😊

Hey sheriff! Lol 😂 What a fun trip! So many gators! 🐊 Great views and great weather! (Also freaking LOVE your tye dye flowy pants -Emily 😊)

Fun video…. Especially yelling at the gator. You were very close to the ranch I worked at. My stomping grounds

Cool I was day hiking at a state park in central Florida that had a Seminole chickee hut to camp in the back country I thought what a cool idea..problem is I can’t remember which state park it was..lol

Ima need you to keep your neck knife on when you’re having dinner with the gators, Sheriff Kelly! 😱 😂

I just got a Heybike a few days ago. Highly recommend (so far, so good).

@kellyhays23

Ай бұрын

Awesome!!!! It’s so fun!!

Those gators take some getting used to!

Nice video but, be more careful of the gators. When warmed up they can move surprisingly fast and are very dangerous. Can you recharge the bike when you pedal? Many E-Bikes have caught fire because of their batteries. Check your auto and renters insurances to make sure that you are covered if the bike burns. Some insurance companies are already refusing to cover all EVs. Happy Trails. Good Luck, Rick

You are fun. I would have cursed and had to edit the hamburger episode. And your reactions to the gators, Shark Valley trail, stone crabs - all remind me of when I was young and first came to Florida. Thanks. Oh, not sure where you were in the chickee.

My first stone crabs were cold too. I guess that's how they come. I rather have them hot.

Hi Kelly love 💕 the place you are staying and the Beautiful Awesome Amazing place ❤😊