An outdoor lover’s dream, America’s Finest City boasts 70 miles of dramatic coastline, with sunny, palm-lined beaches and harbors. We rank our 8 favorite spots…
Paddle Boarding Horseshoe Bend and Marble Canyon: a Complete Guide
Paddleboarding Horseshoe Bend and Marble Canyon is a mesmerizing experience among wild horses, ancient petroglyphs, and towering canyon walls ablaze in oranges, pinks, and reds.
11 Best Places to Paddle Board in Sonoma County: a Complete Guide to Both Popular and Hidden Spots
Between lush redwood groves and golden hills, Sonoma offers a range of idyllic paddle board spots. Here we rank our 11 favorite spots to paddle…
Hiking the Tomales Point Trail: a Complete Guide to the Wild Beauty of the Bay Area’s Point Reyes
A popular day hike near San Francisco, Tomales Point provides panoramic views of the Point Reyes National Seashore. Expect to see numerous tule elk along…
Hiking the High Sierra Trail from Crescent Meadow to Hamilton Lake: How to Get 2025 Permits and Plan Your Itinerary
For those not wishing to do the full High Sierra Trail, this 34-mile portion still offers full immersion in wild, untouched backcountry and jaw-dropping scenery.
The 5 Best Moderate Hikes in Sequoia National Park
These moderate hikes in Sequoia get you to some of the park’s best vistas, with just the right amount of adventure. You’ll see ancient sequoia…
The 5 Best Easy Hikes in Sequoia National Park
These easy hikes in Sequoia are a great way to experience the park’s lush sequoia groves and rugged backcountry, without strenuous effort.
The 5 Best Hard Hikes in Yosemite National Park
For the avid adventurer, Yosemite offers unparalleled vistas and pristine backcountry. Here we rank the best hard hikes in Yosemite, for those looking to literally…
The 6 Best Moderate Hikes in Yosemite National Park
These moderate hikes in Yosemite are just enough to get the blood pumping. Between popular trails and hidden gems, you’ll experience the splendor of one…