It’s hard to describe the magic of backpacking in Yosemite. The granite landscapes, ranging from jagged peaks to soft domes, dense pine forests that give way to wildflower-filled meadows split in half by rushing creeks, and of course, waterfalls cascading from alpine lakes and along…
There’s nowhere in the world like the High Sierra. Sparkling alpine lakes, huge granite mountains shaped like nature’s cathedrals, meandering alpine meadows filled with green grasses and wildflowers… I could go on, but you don’t have to keep imagining it. You can experience it for yourself on…
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…
Yosemite National Park is simply magical. There is so much to see and do in this huge park, so planning a trip there to see it all can feel super overwhelming. Trust me, I’ve been there. Let me help you feel a little better: spending…
My first trip to Yosemite as an adult was a whirlwind. I was trying to see as much as possible in a single day. And I was completely overwhelmed by the endless options – stunning waterfalls, iconic viewpoints, and miles of hiking trails – while…
