It's like a scene from a fairy tale. Flowers in every direction, stretching as far as the eye can see. That's what hiking through …
Hiking Trails: Finding the Crack in Arizona’s Wet Beaver Wilderness
The Arizona desert is damn hot in the summer so knowing where to find a big pool of water to jump into is a huge asset. Not far outside of …
Las Vegas Outdoors: Explore Vegas off the Strip
Las Vegas is known for its flashy casinos, world-class entertainment and elite dining experiences. But it's also close to many incredible …
What are the consensus top travel destinations for 2019
It's that time of year when all the major travel influencers put out their "Top Places to Travel" for the coming new year. This post …
Great hikes: Sedona’s West Fork Trail
The West Fork Trail is one of Sedona's most popular hiking trails for a reason. The beautiful canyon trail is an easy-going pleasure with …
Hiking Big Sur’s Cone Peak
Let's be honest, amazing views are not hard to come by in Big Sur. It's the kind of place that a new, postcard-perfect vista is around every …
Big Sur will make you a believer
In my book there's no better stretch of California coastline than Big Sur. The drive from San Simeon to Monterey is filled with magical …
Great Hikes: Searching for Trout in Mineral King
Deep inside the Southern Sierras, the high-altitude valley that is Mineral King attracts all types of outdoor enthusiasts. That includes …
John Muir Trail – Yosemite Valley to Mammoth
Five years ago this month, back in September of 2013, I had the good fortune to be able to accompany a friend on a 65-mile section of the …