Even though people commonly overlook Las Vegas as an outdoorsy place, the city's location is actually ideal for outdoors enthusiasts. …
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Getting to know Las Vegas Hiking Trails
The real jackpot in Las Vegas goes to local hikers. Everyone wins here thanks to dozens of excellent trails in every direction. To the …
So many petroglyphs, so close to Las Vegas
When I started hiking the Petroglyphs Trail on the outskirts of Las Vegas, I had no idea how just how extensive the collection of rock …
The Great Lakes of the Colorado River
What do Lake Mead, Lake Powell, Lake Havasu, and Lake Mohave all have in common? They're all children of the mighty Colorado River, a …
My Salute to the Mojave Desert
For those of you who haven't experienced the magic of the Mojave, it's about time you do. The Mojave Desert - which covers large swaths …
Mapped: Free Primitive Camping Sites
I've stumbled across some amazing campsites while exploring the high deserts, mountains, and coastal areas of California and neighboring …
My Favorite Travel Photos from 2019
Even though my travel wanderings in 2019 were neither prolific nor distant, keeping relatively close to home was still a treat. I am …
Photo Gallery: Appreciating Desert Landscapes
I've been spending a lot of time in remote areas of the desert lately. Often overlooked, these spartan areas are stunningly beautiful in my …
Adventures of a first-time Rockhound
Like most people, I used to think of rocks as being just that, rocks. That belief swiftly changed during a road trip through Oregon and …