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…
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…
