South Warner Wilderness: North Emerson Lake
If you’re in search of wilderness solitude – look no farther than South Warner Wilderness. Note, you have to pay for the solitude by driving about as far north-east as […]
Tag Archives: California
Crown Lake Backpacking
Is it backpacking season yet? In anticipation I’m taking a look back at pre-Trails’ Guide trips. This backpacking trip to Crown Lake holds a special place in my heart for […]
Arnold Rim Trail
The Arnold Rim Trail (ART) off Highway 4 is great for mountain biking. It’s physically challenging with some technical areas – plus at times you’re at the same level as […]
Second Annual Jingle Bike
Riding through valley On a rather-handsome road bike Past the meadows we go Hot toddies all the way Ornaments pinned on sweaters Entertaining foreign tourists What fun it is to […]
Road Biking the American River Parkway
If you want to ride your bike in the Sacramento area and see a ridiculous amount of salmon and steelhead visit the American River Parkway (Parkway) and the Nimbus Fish […]
Road Biking Yosemite
I recently acquired a road bike and am now in search of bike paths across California – I’m not quite ready to brave actual roads. I was passing through the […]
20 Lakes Basin
20 Lakes Basin has been on my to do list since last year; after we got a day-hike preview a couple weekends ago I can’t wait to go back! For […]
John Muir Trail Part Two: Devil’s Postpile to Muir Ranch
In keeping with the tradition of part one of our John Muir Journey, we didn’t spend one night where we’d planned. However, I think that was for the best – […]
Mammoth Hikes: Duck Pass and Convict Lake
Last weekend we ventured over to the east side of the Sierras, which is a common occurrence – I love the west side of the Sierras, but the east slope tends […]
John Muir Trail Part One: Devil’s Postpile to Yosemite Valley
It all started with an impulsive text, “Do you want to save up vacation time and hike the JMT?” A speedy reply from Squirrel, “I’m in!” Unfortunately, neither of us […]
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