Hike to Dream Lake and Emerald Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park
Dream Lake hike in Rocky Mountain National Park is a picturesque one mile hike. An extra half a mile will lead you to Emerald Lake.
Hike Guides
Trail reports for hikes in California, Colorado, and more!
Lamarck Lake Hike in Bishop
The trail to Lower Lamarck Lake in Bishop is short and steep, gaining 1,300 ft in just under 2 miles. This hike to a beautiful alpine lake is worth it if you’re looking for a good workout near Bishop before leaving the Eastern Sierra Mountains.
Human Nest at Treebones Resort – Big Sur, CA
The Human Nest is the most unique glamping campsite in all of California. Learn how you can sleep here and explore coastal hikes near Big Sur
Guide to a Week in the Cascades: Volcano Season and Hot Springs Recovery
A week in the Cascades: climb Mount St Helens, Mount Adams, stay powered up with ZAGG portable chargers, and recover with natural hot springs
Best Mammoth Lakes Camping Guide
Camping in Mammoth Lakes, CA? This guide will help you find the best sites from standard car camping in your tent to RV sites to free camping
Josephine Peak: The Best Underrated Hike in Angeles National Forest (By a Local)
Josephine Peak is one of my favorite moderate-level hikes in Angeles National Forest with stunning mountain and valley views at only 8 miles out and back with 1800 ft of elevation gain.
Things to Do in Manitou Springs, Colorado in a Day
Manitou Springs is a charming little town near Colorado Springs. It’s known for the Manitou Incline, Sunwater Spa, and Garden of the Gods.
Learn more about how to soak in the mineral hot tubs, reservations and parking for the incline, and hiking trails in Garden of the Gods.
AIARE 1: Should I Take an Avalanche Course?
New to mountaineering and backcountry snow? Not sure if you need to take an avalanche course? My review of the AIARE 1 course experience will hopefully help provide some insight and determine if an avalanche course is for you
Weir Canyon: Best Wildflower Hike in Orange County 2023
Short hike with a variety of wildflowers in the Spring and beautiful views of Mount Baldy and the ocean from Orange County, CA
Darwin Falls: Easy Waterfall Hike in Death Valley
Darwin Falls is a short hike in Death Valley National Park to a spring-fed waterfall that runs year-round. Add this to your next trip!