Camping at Jumbo Rocks in Joshua Tree NP and Hiking to Skull Rock, Face Rock, and Split Rock
Joshua Tree National Park is one of the most popular spots for outdoor recreation in Southern California. Just a short drive away from LA, it’s …
Hiking Trails
HWY 395 Weekend Road Trip to Alabama Hills, Death Valley, and Trona Pinnacles
As winter approaches, the high country of our local mountain ranges get encased in ice and snow, limiting access to many trails for all but …
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Camping at Hole-In-The-Wall Campground and Hiking The Rings Loop Trail
The Mojave National Preserve is a massive 1.6 million acre park on California’s southwestern border. Sandwiched between the I-15 and I-40, most California roadtrippers pass …
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Hiking to Mono Pass via Mosquito Flat – Camping Overnight at Ruby Lake
The vast majority of visitors to Mosquito Flat embark on a day hike of Little Lakes Valley (see guide), but in my opinion, the nearby …
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Hiking to Kearsarge Pass via Onion Valley – Camping Overnight at Flower Lake
The hike from from Onion Valley campground to Kearsarge Pass covers 10 miles roundtrip on a very scenic trail with nearby views of five alpine …
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The 10 Best Hikes in Southern California
As an outdoor blogger living in Southern California, I always get asked about my favorite regional hikes. It can be a difficult question to answer …
Backpacking on Catalina Island: Parsons Landing Campground via Two Harbors
Santa Catalina is a scenic island situated less than 30 miles from the coast of Southern California. This rocky island makes for an ideal adventure …
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Hiking the Franconia Ridge Loop
New England hiking trails don’t get as much love as their western/West Coast counterparts (kind of like skiing), but they’re definitely worth trying out if you have a chance. One of the most popular is the Franconia Ridge Loop in New Hampshire, a strenuous 8.9-mile day hike that takes you up three of the state’s famed 4000-foot peaks.
Hiking Bane Ridge Trail In Chino Hills State Park
Chino Hills State Park is a 14,173 acre park located on the borders of Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties. Visitors to Chino Hills State Park can explore 60 miles of trails and fire roads that pass through woodlands, sage scrub, grasslands, and wildflowers. One of the most popular hikes within Chino Hills State Park is the Bane Ridge Trail. This hike covers 4.8 miles with just under 1000ft of elevation gain.Â
5 Reasons I Started Hiking With My Kids
Hiking with kids is a fantastic experience, and although most people think it’s taking on too much, it’s not that hard. As long as you carry essential things and even give them their mini hiking bags, you’re not adding to the stress of hiking. Here are a few reasons why you should carry your kids along with your next hiking trip!