Sandwiched between two high-traffic hikes on the Mountain Loop Highway, Heather Lake is an easier alternative to the bustling Lake 22 and Mount Pilchuck trails. It may be a little quieter, too, but not by much. Choose this trail for its relatively easy access, a good workout, and nearly year-round hikeability. Mount Pilchuck’s presence above… Read more »
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Sweetwater Trail at Cachuma Lake
About 25 miles outside of Santa Barbara, Cachuma Lake Recreation Area has a mecca of outdoor activities to help restless city dwellers get their nature fix. Tucked between the San Rafael and Santa Ynez mountains, it offers a myriad of camping and water-related activities, all with Santa Barbara’s beautiful weather. And for those looking to… Read more »
Best Multi-Day California Camping Hikes
Sometimes, an afternoon hike is just what you need to blow off some steam and regroup with nature. Other times, a few days out in the wilderness is the perfect reset. When you find yourself needing a solid weekend trip in the Golden State, check out these various hiking locations, based on California’s vastly varying… Read more »
Lower Arroyo Seco Loop
Growing up in the San Gabriel Valley, The Arroyo Seco holds a special place in my heart. Spanish for “dry gulch”, I would visit this Pasadena jewel often to find respite from my usual urban daily life. In fact, the Lower Arroyo Seco Loop was, and still is, one of my favorite running routes. However,… Read more »
6 Best Places To Visit In Joshua Tree
As winter slowly but surely turns to spring, it’s time to start planning those hikes that are perfect in cooler weather — and just a little rougher on those summer days. Joshua Tree is one of the most beautiful hiking spots in California, a famed rock climbing destination, and the closest National Park to Los… Read more »
Backbone Trail and High Point Trail Loop
Los Angeles is known as the city of sprawl. Unlike Chicago or New York, which fit nicely within a grid-based system, LA’s borders are irregular and vast. Therefore, finding a place to get a good look at the entire city is near-impossible. However, on this hike, you will get pretty dang close. And while its… Read more »
Point Reyes Lighthouse
Point Reyes Lighthouse is a bucket list experience, not only for its maritime history but the beautiful, natural scenery in Point Reyes National Seashore on the drive there. This 1.4-mile roundtrip hike has outstanding coastal views, whale-watching, bird-watching, and, of course, the chance to slay the moderately grueling 313 steps down to the lighthouse. Pair… Read more »
Hoyt Mountain Loop
If you’re an avid Southern Californian hiker, then I’m sure you’re familiar with at least some of the peaks in the San Gabriel Mountains. Of course, there’s Mount Baldy, this range’s crown jewel that has captured the hearts of many. Even lesser-known mountains like Strawberry Peak and Mount Baden-Powell are well-traveled. Hoyt Mountain, however, isn’t… Read more »
5 Underrated L.A. Hikes
Los Angeles is a hiking mecca, but you may not realize how many amazing trails there are in the city. Famous and trendy hiking sites like Runyon Canyon are often over recommended to newcomers, but trust me when I say there are plenty of other similar, if not better, hikes that are definitely worth checking… Read more »
Hidden Villa Grand Loop
Tucked into a valley at the foot of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Hidden Villa transports you from go-go-go Silicon Valley to a quiet farm with adorable farm animals, creekside hiking trails, and Santa Clara Valley vistas. This 5.4-mile loop explores Hidden Villa’s seasonal creeks and climbs sunny ridgelines to sweeping views of the San Francisco… Read more »