Category Archives: California

Complete Guide to Hiking the Mist Trail to Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls in Yosemite National Park

Over the weekend, I hiked the Mist Trail to Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls. I... Read More →

Coastline with while backpacking in Big Sur
Here Are My Favorite Big Sur Backpacking Trails

After I moved to California, my very first backpacking trip was in Big Sur. I... Read More →

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Redwood City sign illuminated in front of a sunset
A Local’s Guide on the Best Things to do in Redwood City

Let’s be frank. If you’ve read any other posts on things to do in Redwood... Read More →

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Woman posing at the top of Mission Peak along the Ohlone Wilderness Trail
Ultimate Guide to Backpacking the Ohlone Wilderness Trail (with Video)

Oh boy – I’ve just returned from backpacking the Ohlone Wilderness Trail and let me... Read More →

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Car camping in Alabama Hills California
Alabama Hills Camping: Everything You Need to Know to Camp for Free

When my friend from Canada came to visit me in California, I asked her what... Read More →

Hiking in Pinnacles National Park for Sunrise
Best Pinnacles Hiking Trails: A Pinnacles National Park Hiking Guide

Pinnacles National Park is simultaneously underrated and overpopulated. In comparison to other California parks, like... Read More →

Legs sitting in a Sykes Hot Springs pool on the Pine Ridge Trail near Big Sur
Sykes Hot Springs: Backpacking Pine Ridge Trail to Big Sur Hot Springs

Big Sur is known for its breathtaking coastlines along Highway 1, so most visitors to... Read More →