3 Days Alone on The Devil's Highway

The Camino del Diablo is one of the coolest off-road tracks in the United States. Running alongside the Mexican border in southern Arizona, it crosses over 150 miles through epic desert scenery. Here's my take on it.

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[krisify]

Aww! I love how in tune Vilk is to your emotions. As soon as he heard your distress over the tarantula he was on the lookout and comforting you. No doubt he would protect you at all cost.

[exisspy]

Eva - that squealing sound was consistent with a rock stuck in your brakes. They usually find their way out on their own, but if that happens again it usually helps to reverse and pump the brakes a few times going backwards.

[idalia]

Dear Eva, the landscapes were insanely beautiful. I'm happy that everything went well; as a Mexican, I really appreciate that you mention the side B of "El camino del diablo", I didn't know about the existence of this road or the military base, but I have heard about the sad stories of people dying in that desert.

[jameshoiby]

Despite how dry it looks now, this place can be unbelievable during the spring wildflower season. In a good year the desert is paved with flowers, and in playas the flowers come up to your mirrors. It's absolutely amazing.

[Lawrenc]

Everyone goes into the desert, sometimes several times during a lifetime. But the desert blooms and therein lies the beauty.

[Spychu]

You know, I've been watching you since you got Vilk. After all this time, particulary in this episode I can see how well he's adjusted to your way of life. He became a grown, well developed friend. In the times when you might be nervous he's calm, you can rely on him. It is really warming to see it.

[jeffreymackenzie]

My favorite landscape in the world is the Sonoran Desert. There is a quiet power and majesty in that environment. I am so glad to see you and Vilke experience it. He is looking so grown up and has such a wise and sober expression. You have an amazing adventuring companion.

[cranefly]

That was wonderful. Thank you, Eva.
I can’t believe how quickly Vilk is growing (actually, I can, having had two GSD’s of my own!). Seeing you playing tug-o’-war with him really showed what a magnificent dog he is becoming. He is quite obviously devoted to you. You will never be alone whilst he is with you. Even now, he would give his life to protect you. That’s what GSD’s do. I love them.

[bobs]

Eva sweetie, as an EOD Tech in the military, the Goldwater Range and Yuma, AZ were one of my first duty stations. I was there off and on for over 3 years retrieving those unexploded bombs and missiles. Anyway, I realize that by the time you get this it will be too late but, PLEASE keep in mind for future travels through Mexico and into South America. When you stop to camp, always do a critter check under and around any trees, bushes, tables, grills, etc. Because those Tirantulas you love so much, as well as Black Widow spiders and snakes, just love making nests in and around any kind of cover. I'm sure I am not alone when I say, we don't want to see you, or Vilk get bit. 👍 Be safe, and as always, BIG HUGS from Tennessee! ❤

[paulgonzalez]

Eva! I have taken at least 15hrs today watching your travel docs. I have a little dog (Sancho) that has been my son for 14yrs there is nothing better! Vilk will be the same for you! Keep doing what you do! Your very informative and the twist is the happiness and the energy you put into your work in my 65 yrs I have never experienced the energy and the complete explanations you use in your presentations I live in the central valley of California, and just really enjoy your hard work and will continue to follow you and Vilk on your adventures, you have all my respect and interest in what you do...Paul

[davidterry]

If you find yourself again in a situation where you are stuck in sand, use the nearby bushes. Layer branches up in front of your tires to gain traction enough to get unstuck

[vppfotg]

So sweet how Vilk immediately got up when Eva was talking about the tarantula. An amazing companion. Stay safe! Hello from down under your travels are absolutely amazing and inspire me to travel sometime in the future too.

[kentwilliams]

Hi EVA. I served 33 years in the U.S. Border Patrol. Five of those years was in the Yuma sector. One thing I remember is that when I shut down my vehicle on the Camino it was so quiet that I could hear my ears ringing! On good thing is that the Border Patrol aircraft routinely over fly the Camino.

[brunnski]

This video is just amazing Eva! I really appreciate it when you talk about the obstacles people face in the different areas you travel to. It's always done with such compassion and respect. You never ignore the hard-to-talk-about topics. Side note "can't be bothered food" definitely got a little giggle out of me

[sanna]

I really enjoyed watching this and discovering the human side to this very perilous journey for some. Your ability of story telling is wonderful Eva. Keep inspiring

[EntropiaGuitars]

If you get a noise like that again, it's likely the desert road not helping. Stones get into brake calipers and sometimes get stuck and make that sort of repetitive squeak against the brake disc. You can usually dislodge them again by reversing and braking hard. Vilk is looking damn awesome, it's so cool to watch him grow alongside our own little GSD girl. Keep going Eva, dawaj dawaj dawaj!!

[khenglim]

That was brave of you Eva for crossing the Camino del Diablo highway. But when "the world belongs to the brave" nothing is too daunting for you. Safe travels as always.

[bedlamite]

Glad you and the pup made it through. I wouldn't have let him run free, especially while exploring those rocks. That's a good place to find either sidewinders or coral snakes. Both of which are deadly.

[rahulkhanna]

The best travel vlogger out there.. With real raw details... Grt stay safe and keep. On exploring...

[BradGryphonn]

It is this sort of remoteness that keeps me motivated to get back on the road and spend my last 20-odd years on this planet traveling, like I did when I was in my teens, and again in my 40s. I'm 59 now and it's high time I escaped this somewhat urban lifestyle and make my home the roads again.