HARDEST CLIMB OF MY LIFE / Can We Make It? Luke Rockwalker 2026-09-22 | HARDEST CLIMB OF MY LIFE / Can We Make It?
The Best View of Cathedral Rock - Baldwin Butte Luke Rockwalker 2025-10-04 | Thank you to Gonzalo and Araceli for joining us on some fun adventures!Stay tuned for the next adventure with Gonzalo and Araceli!Please respect nature. #arizona #climbing #hiking #geology #cave #mountains #outdoors #lukerockwalker #desert #sedona #nature
Steepest Route Up This Mountain - Kendrick Peak Luke Rockwalker 2025-09-27 | Kendrick Peak - Elevation: 10,418 feet, 3175 metersProminence: 2478 ft, 755 mPlease respect nature.#arizona #climbing #geology #hiking #flagstaffaz
Adventurous Trad Climb to an Epic Summit - Lizard Head Pinnacle Luke Rockwalker 2025-09-20 | Adventurous Trad Climb to an Epic Summit - Lizard Head PinnacleThanks to Michael for coming along on this one!Please Respect nature.#climbing #arizona #tradclimbing #adventure #prescottarizona #rockclimber #lukerockwalker #outdoors #geology
A Deep, Dark Cave into the Earth That my Friend Found Luke Rockwalker 2025-09-13 | My Friend Said I Should See This Cave - He Was RightPlease respect Nature when exploring.Here is the link to the video where I climb the Island in the Sky:youtu.be/DyDkxMmTe2Q?si=XA92LmF8ZCqP_gM5#arizona #hiking #geology #cave #adventure #caving #sedona #lukerockwalker #climbing #outdoors
3,600 Feet of Climbing - Rees And Aubineau Peak Luke Rockwalker 2025-09-06 | Today, we attempt to climb 3,600 feet to reach The 4th and 5th highest summits in Arizona - Rees and Aubineau Peak. Please respect nature. #arizona #climbing #mountaineering #adventure
Island In The Sky - A Hidden Spire Above a Popular Hike Luke Rockwalker 2025-08-22 | Today, we attempt to climb to the top of Island In The Sky, (aka Oak Creek Pinnacle or Peak 5878). It was a fun one!Please respect nature. #arizona #climbing #hiking #explore #rockclimbing #adventure #lukerockwalker #sedona
How to hike up steep hills easier #shorts #hiking #easy Luke Rockwalker 2025-08-13 | How to hike up steep hills easier. #shorts #climbing #explore #adventure #flagstaffaz
Massive Underground Tunnels Found Near Flagstaff Arizona Luke Rockwalker 2025-08-09 | This was a very cool adventure so I hope you guys enjoy!Please respect nature. #arizona #cave #explore #hiking #flagstaffaz #adventure #lukerockwalker #geology #history #wilderness #forest 00:00 Introduction02:18 The Approach03:52 First Tunnel10:12 I Did Not Expect This!20:17 Last One!23:22 Thank you for watching!
What are these Unique Rock Formations? Luke Rockwalker 2025-08-02 | Today, we visit some unique geology and climb to the top of a peak near Sedona, Arizona.Please respect nature during your explorations. #arizona #climbing #hiking #explore #rockclimbing #sedona #adventure #geology
Alex Honnold Said This Was Devious - So We Climbed It Luke Rockwalker 2025-07-12 | We once tried to solo the South Central Rib on Courthouse Butte, but we decided it was not worth the risk. So, a few months later, I invited help. Thank you Matt and John!Please respect nature. #arizona #climbing #hiking #explore #geology #history #sedona #rockclimbing
I Found Prehistoric Reptile Tracks in this Canyon Luke Rockwalker 2025-07-04 | Today, we are searching for prehistoric reptile tracks in a remote canyon. Will we find them? Who made them?Please respect nature. #arizona #fossils #dinosaur #dinosaur #prehistoric #sedona #redrocks #lukerockwalker #climbing
Climbing with a Wookie at Pavilion Wall #climbing #arizona #shorts #rockclimbing Luke Rockwalker 2025-06-28 | A fun day of climbing with Troy from Walking With A Wookie: youtube.com/@walkingwithawookie1097?si=HjjpTxoJqhmM1cQG#shorts
Where Did This Secret Passage Take Us? Luke Rockwalker 2025-06-20 | Follow me on this magical adventure into a canyon that was shaped by wind and water over many millennia. We descend into a canyon in Northern Arizona to find some amazing rock formations. Please respect nature.#arizona #canyoneering #rappelling #geology #geologicalformation #naturalwonder #hike #lukerockwalker #explore #adventure #sedona #arizona
Jason Had a Heart Attack #shorts #heartattack #arizona Luke Rockwalker 2025-06-15 | #shorts #health #heartattack #hiking #arizona #explore Quick update - Jason had a heart attack. Read my community post for more details.
I Hiked for One Thousand Days Straight - The Seven Warriors Traverse Luke Rockwalker 2025-06-14 | For my 1,000th day of consecutive hiking, I decided to do the Seven Warriors Traverse, with @HikingEngineer , a Cocodona 250 finisher. Enjoy this adventure, and please respect nature when you explore. Kevin's video: youtu.be/orQwHdO2OAk?si=37DshGBtIwF-l4rB#arizona #climbing #hiking #explore #bouldering #sedona #wilderness #arizona #adventure #lukerockwalker #desertadventures
Is This the Most Beautiful View in the World? Luke Rockwalker 2025-06-08 | Is this the most beautiful view in the world!? You decide. Please respect nature.#climbing #desertadventures #explore #hiking #arizona #naturalwonder #wilderness #lukerockwalker #sedona #arizona #adventure
Scary Ascent Up Sinking Ship in the Grand Canyon Luke Rockwalker 2025-05-30 | Sinking Ship rises above the Grand Canyon in Northern Arizona, at 7,344 feet of elevation. Most layers in the Grand Canyon are horizontal, but this formation of Kaibab Limestone was lifted up in more recent geologic events. Before 1930 the formation was called Three Castles. There is a climbing route to the top that requires difficult class 4/easy 5 climbing. Thank you for watching!Please respect nature.#explore #geologicalformation #desertadventures #climbing #hiking #bouldering #arizona #rockstructure #grandcanyon #lukerockwalker #limestone
How We Got to the Top of an Unusual Rock Formation Luke Rockwalker 2025-05-27 | Camel Head Rock requires exposed class 4 climbing, so we invited climber John Knight to join us. Thank you John for helping us with the climb! Please be respectful to nature and ancient sites.#explore #climbing #hiking #rockclimbing #desertadventures #hike #arizona #lukerockwalker #desert #wilderness #sedona
We Tried it During a Storm (SECOND ATTEMPT!) Luke Rockwalker 2025-05-24 | This is our second attempt at summiting Lost Mountain South in Sedona, Arizona. Will we make it?!Exactly 50 years ago, in the spring of 1975, NAU mathematician and a Legend of the Grand Canyon backcountry exploration Harvey Butchard climbed this mountain with another Flagstaff mathematician and fellow explorer Bob Packard. Packard's two young sons waited at the saddle while the men reached the summit via the last class 3/4 push. Harvey Butchard was 67 years old. Will we reach the top to celebrate 50 years of Butchard's and Packard's climb? For more information about Bob Packard, please watch my previous video: youtu.be/UflLk66wq3c?si=QgSnfrqAPT2LUtOrPlease respect ancient historic sites and natural areas we all share and enjoy. Thank you for watching!#explore #climbing #bouldering #hiking #hike #adventure #lukerockwalker #arizona #sedona
We Couldnt Reach the Summit, But We Found Something Else Luke Rockwalker 2025-05-16 | Lost Mountain South - Part OneWe attempted to reach the summit of Lost Mountain South, near Sedona Arizona via the Northwest canyon. We turned around as it got too rugged, but instead explored some incredible ancient pictographs. Join me next week to see the summit climb! Please be respectful to all natural, sacred and historic places. #explore #climbing #desertadventures #hiking #rockclimbing #adventure #bouldering #wilderness #ancientexploration #ancient #lukerockwalker #arizona
I Found an Inspirational Story on this Mountain Luke Rockwalker 2025-05-11 | Today, we climb to the summit of Red Top near Wickenburg, Arizona. A little bit of fun class 3 scrambling to the top on awesome red rocks. I share an inspirational story of Bob Packard, who has climbed over 7,000 peaks. Thank you for watching!Please respect nature.#explore #climbing #desertadventures #hiking #rockclimbing #adventure #bouldering #arizona #desert #lukerockwalker #story #geology
Climbing The Peak in Between of Sedonas Most Popular Hikes - Deadmans Dome Luke Rockwalker 2025-05-03 | In between Subway Cave and Birthing Cave sits a tall dome. There is a class 3 route to the summit that follows ledges and ridges to the top. We found some unexpected things along the way. Amazing views from the summit!Please always respect nature and all the artifacts if you find them. #explore #climbing #desertadventures #hiking #youtube #rockclimbing #adventure #outdoors #wilderness #sedona #arizona #lukerockwalker #desert
First Known Ascent - Granite Mountain East Peak Luke Rockwalker 2025-04-26 | First Known Ascent - Granite Mountain East PeakPeak 6347 ("East Granite Peak") sits on the east side of Granite Mountain and has no recorded ascents before us. If you have climbed this, please comment or send me an email. Thank you for watching, and please respect nature.#explore #climbing #adventure #rockclimbing #outdoors #hiking #desertadventures #hike #granite #arizona #prescott #lukerockwalker #wilderness #desert #mountains
Mission Impossible - The Dean Peak Summit Scramble Luke Rockwalker 2025-04-19 | Mission Impossible - The Dean Peak Summit ScrambleToday, we attempt to summit Dean Peak in the beautiful Hualapai Mountains of Arizona. This is a peak I have wanted to stand on top of for years, but will today be the day?Please respect nature.#explore #climbing #hiking #rockclimbing #Hualapai #lukerockwalker #youtube #wilderness #arizona #southwest #geology 00:00 Introduction01:34 Part One - Dirt Road03:38 Part Two - The Ridge 07:49 Part Three - The Summit!10:00 Dean Peak14:51 Bloopers15:52 Thank You For Watching!
Climbing a Granite Dome with Rich History Luke Rockwalker 2025-04-14 | Climbing a Granite Dome with Rich History - Today, we climb to the top of Peak 4160 near Piedmont, Arizona, and find lots of cool history, geology, and fun climbing along the way. Please always respect nature. Thank you. #explore #climbing #adventure #youtube #hike #arizona #desertadventures #wilderness #rockclimbing #desert #lukerockwalker #geology #history #outdoors 00:00 Introduction01:19 Approach Hike04:18 Cool History07:05 Hawk08:15 Following The Cables10:15 Fun Climbing13:42 Summit!18:30 Thank You For Watching!
There Are Only a Few of These in Sedona, Arizona Luke Rockwalker 2025-04-10 | There are only two ancient structures in the Coconino Sandstone that I know of. We also explore some ridges and cool slot canyons. Thank you so much for watching! As always, please respect the places you visit. #explore #climbing #hiking #ancientexploration #desertadventures
Cholla Ambush - How a Regular Day of Climbing Turned Painful Luke Rockwalker 2025-04-06 | This adventure took us through teddy bear cholla fields onto an amazing peak covered in lichen and turkey vultures. Despite the rain, we made it to the top. Enjoy the views of the rainy desert. #explore #climbing #cactus #cholla #hiking #lukerockwalker #adventure
I Found a Rare Geologic Feature on Top of The Sharks Fin Luke Rockwalker 2025-04-02 | Today we climb the Fin in Sedona, Arizona, to see some unique geologic formations and an amazing summit. This adventure was challenging but well worth the journey. Thanks to Walt for beta to find the way. Check out Prof. Willsey channel at: youtube.com/@UCB1t-8MBhxyDVabeUcTj0Zw Check out Tony's channel at: youtube.com/@UC3sJBtfAZBIDtWKoI5P-IOg #explore #geology #geologicalwonder
I Found a Massive Castle Vortex in Sedona Luke Rockwalker 2025-03-27 | #explore #climbing #hiking #adventure #outdoors #sedona #rockclimbing #redrocks Today, we climb up Peak 4920 in Sedona, Arizona, a steep tower of sandstone, separated from the Seven Warriors ridgeline by a large saddle. Supposedly, the summit of this formation is an energy vortex. Reaching the summit requires class 5 scramble up a vertical rock face, but most should be able to free solo up and down. As always, if you ever visit any place in nature, please respect it. What do you think is a good name for this?00:00 Introduction01:14 Approach 03:55 Mystery Cave05:26 Steep Gulley06:36 Vertical Crux07:28 Summit!11:51 Geocache12:22 Thank you for watching!
We Journey into a Real Life Painting Luke Rockwalker 2025-03-20 | This adventure takes us to the scenic desert of Western Arizona. I attempt to climb an iconic peak as we take you to enjoy some surreal views that look like beautiful painting. Cacti, caves, and signs of wild burros abound. In the video I mention two other peaks in the are. I made videos on them if you want to see them:Boundary Cone: youtu.be/Ida1n-l-RRASugarloaf Peak: youtu.be/-5UcdMMUmRoPlease respect nature.#explore #climbing #nature #desert #adventure #painting
On Top of the Sandstone World Luke Rockwalker 2025-03-17 | In this challenging climb we follow the sandstone chimneys and ledges that Native people utilized a thousand years ago, to reach the summit of the colossal sandstone butte. From here, the views of Sedona, Arizona are simply unmatched.
Why I Changed My Channel Name Luke Rockwalker 2025-03-16 | Why did I change my channel name? Watch the video to find out!Thank you all for subscribing and supporting my channel. #rockclimbing #explore #hiking #adventure #snow
I Tried to Climb the Most Prominent Peak in Sedona Luke Rockwalker 2025-03-12 | Join me on this epic adventure up the class 3/4 southside scramble of Thunder Mountain aka Capitol Butte or Greyback. Thank you so much for watching! Please respect nature. #explore #climbing #sedona #arizona #hiking 00:00 Introduction01:00 The Wash02:44 Steep Slopes and Ledges05:20 The Chimney06:04 Exposed Slabs07:09 The Front Porch08:05 Final Scramble08:33 The Summit!09:07 Amazing Sedona
I Found This Incredible Volcanic Plug on Google Earth Luke Rockwalker 2025-03-09 | While exploring an extremely remote area on Google Earth, I found what looked like a volcanic plug, and I later realized this formation was called BT Butte. We had two unsuccessful attempts climbing it, because of getting cliffed-out and my microphone not working. But we eventually made it to the top via an exposed 4th class route. As always, if you visit the places I do, or any place outdoors, please be as respectful as you can, and leave no trace. Thank you all for watching. #explore #climbing #adventure #hiking #rockclimbing #desertadventures #googleearth
Desert People - A Poem By Pat Prevost Luke Rockwalker 2025-03-04 | This beautiful poem was written by Pat Prevost. Thank you very much Pat for sending me this amazing poem. I am grateful to all of you watching. #poetry #explore #adventure #ancienthistory #hiking #desertadventures #poem
The Coolest, Most Dangerous Arch Ive Climbed Luke Rockwalker 2025-02-27 | Today's adventure took us to some interesting arches in the sandstone cliffs of Sedona, Arizona. We visit the Schnebly Windows and a cool arch, called Proboscis Arch, and we climb to the summit of Peak 5200. The views from here are incredible!This is the video for Morning Glory Spire: youtu.be/TRAdGsxGO0Y#explore #climbing #sedona #hiking #adventure #desertadventures #geologicalwonder #geology
I Went to a Geologic Wonder Towering into the Sky Luke Rockwalker 2025-02-21 | High up on this mountain, there is a unique area made of white sandstone, 265 million years old. Can I make it to the top? Join me to find out. On the way, we explore a breathtaking canyon filled with Native American dwellings. This is my older video that I mention in this exploration: youtu.be/Qi4u3YDg7d0#geologicalwonder #ancientexploration #archaeologyadventures #offtrail #sedona
Free Climbing to a Mysterious Google Earth Find Luke Rockwalker 2025-02-15 | I was exploring this pillar on Google Earth to see if I can climb it. I was surprised to see this mysterious structure on top of it. I had one unsuccessful attempt of reaching it, but it requires technical rock climbing via this route, so I invited an experienced climber, Walt, to lead the pitches so we could safely get up there. It was quite a day! The book I mention in the video is "Rambles and Scrambles" by Courtney Purcell: goodreads.com/book/show/27312258-rambles-and-scrambles Big thank you to Walt and Kelly! Please be respectful in these ancient sacred sites and please leave no trace. #ancientexploration #googleearthmystery #climbingadventures
I Found Rock Dwellings in this Jagged Terrain Luke Rockwalker 2025-02-07 | Today, I am attempting some thrilling climbs, navigating breathtaking rock formations, discovering ancient artifacts like potsherds and grinding stones, and ascending to a mysterious hilltop structure. Please be respectful to these special places. I believe the most important thing you can do is respect nature and the history within it. #ancientexploration #outdooradventure #ancienthistory #explore #climbing
This Is What I Do For My Birthday - Free Solo Luke Rockwalker 2025-01-30 | For my 14th birthday I chose a climb that I wanted to do for a long time. We climbed up this iconic pinnacle in Sedona, Arizona, called Morning Glory Spire aka The Sphynx. It required two pitches of class 4 climbing leading to a spectacular narrow summit with the most amazing views. This is a great challenge if you are new to rock scrambling and rock climbing. #explore #climbing #hiking #adventure #sedona #wilderness #rockclimbing00:00 Introduction01:15 The Approach03:20 The Fun Begins! 03:50 Pitch 1 - Class 404:54 Pitch 2 - Class 305:52 Pitch 3 - Crux - Class 408:17 Pitch 4 and 5 - Class 3+08:51 Summit!12:47 Thank you for watching!
I Found Hidden Ancient Steps in a Famous Petroglyph Site Luke Rockwalker 2025-01-26 | Today we are visiting Rock Art Ranch in Northern Arizona. The many prehistoric sites on this ranch include Chevelon canyon. Canyon walls are covered in more than 3,000 rock art symbols, most of them going back many thousands of years. As we explored the endless panels of petroglyphs and beautiful canyon rock formations, I also noticed some ancient footsteps called moki steps, carved into the rock. These were carved on the opposite wall of the canyon from where the main descent to the water is located. Thank you to Mr. Brantley Baird and his family for allowing us to explore this incredible site. #ancientadventures #ancientexploration #ancienthistory
I Could Not Solve The Mystery of This Ladder Luke Rockwalker 2025-01-19 | On this adventure we explore ancient ruins, a tunnel cave, a trail leading to ? and a mystery ladder. I appreciate you watching! Thank you!Please be respectful if you visit these special sites. #explore #ancientadventures #hiking #adventure #desertexploration #ancientexploration
Are These the Fingers of an Ancient Volcano? Luke Rockwalker 2025-01-14 | This was a very fun climb up the incredible slabs formed by an ancient volcanic lava flow in Northern Arizona. This area was favored by Native People who built dwellings at the foot of the volcano. Enjoy the views and the unbelievable rock formations. This climb is about 5.5 miles long and about 2,600 foot ascent. It is recommended as a training for those training to attempt Grand Canyon Rim to Rim hike. #climbing #ancientadventures #explore #hiking #flagstaff #rockclimbing
Climbing a Dome of Sandstone Covered in Ancient Ruins Luke Rockwalker 2025-01-10 | Boynton Island (Peak 5598) is an impressive dome of Schenbly Hill and Coconino Sandstone and is covered in ancient ruins. It is almost a sheer cliff on all sides except for one weakness in the cliffs. The only break in the steep rock is class 3\4 in my opinion but most call it 5.0. So if you attempt this, please have lots of experience, and it is best to wear a helmet. That being said, this climb was epic. I will definitely repeat it some day. Thank you for watching! Please be respectful to any ancient site you find, leave everything as you find. #climbing #ancientadventures #explore #hiking #ancientexploration #adventure #ancienthistory #sedona00:00 Introduction01:01 Up To Ridge02:30 First Ruin03:53 Onward And Upward06:54 Key Ledge08:34 Amazing Cliff Dwelling10:56 The Fun Begins14:09 The Crux (Chockstone)15:07 Ramps And Ridges18:57 The Summit!21:56 Bloopers22:31 Thank You For Watching!
I Invited an Archaeologist to Share His Thoughts on this Ancient Site Luke Rockwalker 2025-01-05 | Today I am hiking with an archaeologist and traditional ceramics artist Kiowa Sage to a couple ancient sites to see what we find. Join us to learn more about ancient Prescott people. Thank you to Kiowa for coming along. You can follow Kiowa's amazing traditional pottery work on Instagram at: instagram.com/kiowasageceramicsYou can watch Kiowa making traditional pottery in this video:youtu.be/HF1sKazGpyI?si=qvDS2BMTR9vJOx2iPlease be respectful to any ancient site. #ancientadventures #explore #ancienthistory #adventure #archaeologyadventures #googleearth
The Least Visited Summit I Have Ever Climbed Luke Rockwalker 2025-01-01 | On this adventure we climb a very challenging peak in Sedona, Arizona, known as "Bad Rock Butte" or Peak 6448. The views from the top are breathtaking. On the way to the summit we find a large red rock arch and an ancient Native American dwelling site under the arch. Note: Do not attempt this climb unless you have lots of experience off trail hiking and scrambling on extremely steep, loose and bushy terrain. #climbing #ancientadventures #sedona #explore #adventure
This Google Earth Find Required Permission to Access Luke Rockwalker 2024-12-27 | I was exploring on Google Earth and noticed this structure that looked like an ancient ruin. But there was one problem. It was located on private property. We had to find the owners and get permission to visit this site. It was worth it! #ancientexploration #ancienthistory #adventure #googleearth #googlemaps
The Stranger Side of Arizona Geology Luke Rockwalker 2024-12-19 | We explore one of the strangest geological places in Arizona. These rock formations look like a face of the moon. Join me on this adventure. #rockformations #arizona #explore #hiking #geology #climbingadventures
This Area Looked Interesting on Google Earth - We Found this Puzzling Cave Luke Rockwalker 2024-12-13 | Examining a long wash on Google Earth, I noticed some rock shapes that looked almost man-made. We set out on an adventure to check out this cool area. Join me to see what we find. #googleapps #googleearth #googlemaps #ancientadventures #ancientexploration #adventure #explore #ancienthistory #desertexploration #climbing #wilderness #hiking
I Found an Unexpected Story on this Seemingly Impossible Mountain Luke Rockwalker 2024-12-06 | Today's goal was to find a route up this beautiful crown-shaped mountain and enjoy the views. However, we found so much more. Stay to the end to hear the full story. #climbing #explore #hiking #climbingadventures #sedona #sedonaclimbing #googleearth #adventure #find #story #arizona
