There are so many incredible ways to enjoy the outdoors, and there’s no one way to do it! From backpacking to road tripping, I’ve got you covered. Click on the links below to filter by the outdoor activity you’re looking for.
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Want to explore alpine lakes and dramatic mountain scenery without the crowds of Rae Lakes or Yosemite? Mineral King Valley in Sequoia National Park might just be the most underrated backpacking destination in California. While these mountains are at the southern end of the Sierra…
If you’re craving an epic thru-hiking adventure but can’t take months or even weeks off work, the High Sierra Trail (HST) in Sequoia National Park is the perfect solution. The HST stretches 72 miles east to west across Sequoia, traveling from sequoia trees at crescent…
Cathedral Lakes is one of the most gorgeous backcountry lakes in Yosemite. It’s also probably the most well-known part of the National Park that is not located in Yosemite Valley! I’ve had the pleasure of backpacking and camping at Upper Cathedral Lake twice, and I…
Backpacking to the top of Yosemite Falls is quite a feat. Yosemite Falls is the tallest waterfall in North America and the 5th tallest in the entire world! I have somewhat of a blind spot and soft spot to Yosemite Falls. This hike was my…
Tucked away in the remote wilderness of Yosemite National Park, Lake Vernon is a stunning alpine lake escape along the Hetch Hetchy Loop trail that remains a hidden gem for backpackers. Unlike the packed trails in Yosemite Valley, this serene backcountry route offers solitude, breathtaking views, and an…
I thru-hiked the Wonderland Trail in July 2019! This was my first thru-hike post-PCT and it was significantly shorter. But, I have been wanting to do the Wonderland ever since I heard about it back in college when I was living in Seattle, and even…
