California, Hiking, National Forests, San Bernardino National Forest, United States

A Taste of the PCT: Snow Creek to San Jacinto Wilderness

When a work trip took me to Palm Springs, California, I was quick to research activities I could do in the few personal hours I would have. Once I realized the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) was a mere 15 minutes away from my hotel, I quickly made plans for a pre-dawn hike on a 3.5… Continue reading A Taste of the PCT: Snow Creek to San Jacinto Wilderness

Colorado, Hiking, National Parks & Monuments, State Parks, Rocky Mountain National Park, United States

Colorado Hiked: Sandbeach Lake

In the standard Friday afternoon tradition a group chat was sent at work asking what everyone was up to for the weekend. The standard replies of activities with children, housework, and so on was sent. Then there was me: "I'm hiking to the beach!" As expected the response was met with crickets and GIFs expressing… Continue reading Colorado Hiked: Sandbeach Lake

Colorado, Hiking, National Forests, Roosevelt National Forest, United States

Colorado Hiked: Kruger Rock via Limber Pine Trail

An opportunity for 360-degree views without having to climbing up above 10,000 feet or enter into Rocky Mountain National Park?! Sign me up! Hiking to Kruger Rock has been on my radar for awhile now after seeing photos of friends summiting with the gorgeous views in the background. While most accomplish the hike in under… Continue reading Colorado Hiked: Kruger Rock via Limber Pine Trail

Activities, Camping, Hiking, National Parks & Monuments, State Parks, Olympic National Park, United States, Washington, Waterfalls

Two Girls Roving: Day 8 – Sol Duc Falls & Cape Flattery

Two Girls Roving: The tale of a 16 day, 3522 mile road trip to the Pacific Northwest in celebration of my friend's college graduation! Follow along for all the shenanigans through thousands of miles, eight National Park Service units, night after night of camping, and even some coastal backpacking! August 30, 2024 Waking up in… Continue reading Two Girls Roving: Day 8 – Sol Duc Falls & Cape Flattery

Activities, Camping, Hiking, Mt. Baker Snoqualmie National Forest, National Forests, United States, Washington, Waterfalls

Two Girls Roving: Day 5 – Baker Lake

Two Girls Roving: The tale of a 16 day, 3522 mile road trip to the Pacific Northwest in celebration of my friend's college graduation! Follow along for all the shenanigans through thousands of miles, eight National Park Service units, night after night of camping, and even some coastal backpacking! August 27, 2024 Our trip was… Continue reading Two Girls Roving: Day 5 – Baker Lake