You can't say you've stood on top of Lake Tahoe unless you've been to the summit of Freel Peak, a 10,881 mountain that's the highest point …
Hiking
Great Hikes: Photographing Shasta from summit of Mt. Eddy
My primary purpose for hiking to the top of Mt. Eddy was to photograph Mt. Shasta. Enjoying the beautiful Deadfall Meadow Trail along the …
Great Hikes: Refugio State Beach to El Capitan
If it's a beautiful coastal hike you seek in the Santa Barbara area, look no further than the state beaches along the Gaviota …
Great Hikes: The Icons of the American West
The American West is home to an abundance of world-class, long-distance hiking trails. As an exercise of reverence, the following …
To the summit of Mt. Pinos
When I reached the trail head for the hike to the summit of Mt. Pinos, it was clear I was already at a pretty high elevation. There sat the …
Sandstone Trail: Hike to Highest Point in Santa Monica Mountains
Standing at the top of Sandstone Peak, the views stretch from the Santa Ynez Mountains in Santa Barbara County to the Channel Islands in the …
Great Hikes: Walker Canyon During a Super Bloom
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 …