These 3 Utah hidden gem quiet hiking trails bring you into gorgeous natural areas away from the throngs of people in National Parks. Utah provides some of the absolute quietest hiking areas in the continental United States. You can actually hear the proverbial pin drop in a couple of these canyons. More specifically, the Scorpion …
The western United States is home to more natural beauty than one can experience in a lifetime. Hiking is one of the best ways to experience as much of it as possible. One of the shining stars for backpacking is Sequoia National Park. With dense forests, towering mountains, and stunning lakes, there is a lot …
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One of the best ways to be adventurous and see the natural beauty of our world is hiking. One incredible California hiking opportunity is the Oats Peak Trail in Montaña de Oro State Park. With the coast to the west and rolling hills and mountains to the east, you are in a truly gorgeous spot. …
Outfitted with epic views hiking Valencia Peak Trail at Montaña de Oro State Park is one of the best places in California to engage with nature and enjoy the outdoors year-round. By trekking through the green-filled hills and looking out at the stunning blue Pacific Ocean, you know the hike will be well worth your …
Outfitted with beachfront property, great sites, and plenty of hiking trails, Garrapata State Park is a fantastic and underrated park in California. More specifically, this state park is in the southernmost section of Big Sur. Garrapata is known to the locals as a hidden gem of the Big Sur area as it is far quieter …
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Gathering the whole family together and going on a hike is one of the best ways to create memories and experience the outdoors together. However, not all hiking trails can provide family-friendly opportunities due to access and difficulty. Today, we will be talking about a trail that defies that trend and provides an excellent opportunity …
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There’s an old saying that comes to mind from my youth that goes something like this – ignorance is bliss. That old adage resonates fully with me after having to be helicoptered out before I finished hiking Grand Canyon. In addition, I was homeless for two-plus days waiting for the rest of our group to …
Although they are not normally talked about, there are many unspoken rules of hiking. Each one presents different dilemmas that many hikers face while out in the wilderness. Today, we will break down the rules of hiking that every hiker should follow regardless of experience. By giving you a heads up about improving trail etiquette …
It was a crisp December morning and my kids were rambunctious! What better activity to do than hiking with Grandpa. Weekends at home with a five and seven-year-old can be challenging. I’m constantly looking for ways to get them out of the house and doing something. And I also want to spend time with my …
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Hiking with Kids – apPARENTly it’s all about the FOOD! First of all let me clarify that being a child backpacker vs being the parent of a child and backpacking are two completely different things, hiking with kids has totally different expectations. But, they do both completely rely on one common denominator: FOOD! As a …