Most Kings Canyon day trip itineraries are built more road trip style. This one is built for hikers. Kings Canyon National Park is absolutely worth visiting for the General Grant Tree, Grant Grove, and the dramatic drive down to Road’s End. But if you only…
From the highest peak in the lower 48 states to the largest tree in the world, Sequoia National Park covers a lot of ground – literally and figuratively! And if you only have one day in Sequoia, you won’t be able to see everything. But…
What’s something that every outdoors lover with too much gear needs? A gear wall! My gear collection has grown exponentially since making my way into the outdoors world. Working in the outdoor industry and being exposed to new and fancy upgrades to everything tempts me…
Planning your John Muir Trail gear list can feel overwhelming fast — especially if you’re trying to build a women’s backpacking setup that’s light enough for big Sierra passes but still warm, durable, and comfortable on trail. Between the bear canister, long food carries, high-elevation…
It’s that time of year again – REI Co-op’s Biggest Sale of the Year! The Anniversary Sale runs from Friday, May 15 – Monday, May 25, 2026 and is always packed with the best deals for summer hiking and camping gear and you can save…
Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park looks relatively straightforward on a map until you realize the parks are massive, disconnected, and packed with slow mountain roads. If you have your heart set on visiting, you probably have a lot of questions – is it one park? Why…
