Having been to Joshua Tree National Park several times, I know a good packing list can come in handy. Every visit I have done to Joshua Tree has been via road trip, so I’ve included lots of road trip packing…
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Having been to Joshua Tree National Park several times, I know a good packing list can come in handy. Every visit I have done to Joshua Tree has been via road trip, so I’ve included lots of road trip packing…
Every trail, every waterfall, and every sunrise in Yosemite has the potential to create lifelong inspiration and memories. Below is a list of classic things to do in the park that will ensure you have an amazing vacation. As with…
With more than 30 visits to Yosemite in the books, I would like to share my expertise to help you pack with ease. Wondering what to pack for Yosemite? This Yosemite packing list includes essentials and gear for any time…
Whether you’re a first time solo hiker or a family returning for the tenth time, Yosemite has something for everyone. The park has so much to offer that it can be hard to choose what to experience first. Lots of…
Off the blue Pacific shores of California’s Coast lie the mysterious and uninhabited Channel Islands. The cluster of 8 islands remains mostly undeveloped, Anacapa Island being the smallest and least visited. Anacapa itself is comprised of 3 smaller islands: East,…
Zabriskie Point, along with most of Death Valley, looks like the surface of another planet. Situated in the middle of the National park near Furnace Creek, it’s a quick stop that can be added to any point in your trip. In…
Experiencing Yosemite in spring is a chance to witness the National Park reawaken after its winter slumber. While some sleepy snow still clings to the mountains, the valley below has rushing rivers, cool temperatures, and beautiful wildflowers. Spring in Yosemite…
Located in the center of California lies Bass Lake, a beautiful lake town that welcomes visitors year round. From boat rentals to hiking trails, Bass Lake has everything one needs in a vacation destination. Of all the activities available in this…
Located in the center of California lies Bass Lake, a beautiful lake town that welcomes visitors year round. Complete with boat rentals, cabins, camping, resorts, and restaurants, Bass Lake has everything one needs in a vacation destination. When you’re not…
A few miles from the sleepy desert city of Lone Pine, California sits the desert surface of another world. Massive piles of sun-baked boulders give way to endless, winding, dusty paths. Serving as the wild west in countless films, the…
