The real question is, “When was the last time you were upset after relaxing in a hammock?” As summer approaches and daylight extends well beyond that of a 9-5 job, what better way to spend your evening than in a hammock, maybe with a book or journal. For myself, living on the road my work hours are all over the map, but whenever I can find a place to hang a hammock and take in the view, I am in my happy place. Below are four of my favorite spots that I have hung a hammock.
#1 GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK, WY
Not far from the trailhead that provides access to the Grand Teton you will find a river and a few groves of evergreens. After a long day of climbing, trail running, and snapping photos, I found this spot, hung my hammock, and, as you can see, didn’t do much work. But that might have been the goal.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/EhpmtxRhMCJcagnB9
#2 BIG COTTONWOOD CANYON, UT
Sometimes life is most enjoyed when you remember that you are always a kid. While visiting Salt Lake City I found myself climbing in Big and Little Cottonwood. On a rest day from rock climbing, I went for a fun hike to Donut Falls (check this place out if you have the chance) and then headed out on a run with a pack filled with my journal and hammock. At first, I thought I was going to dig deep into the psyche, but realistically I ended up swinging in the hammock, falling on my face a few times, and laughing at myself.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/XE2XvySGViWFA34T9
Finding a perfect spot to hang a hammock in Colorado during the summer. Photograph by Dalton Johnson
#3 LEMON RESERVOIR, CO
Lemon reservoir has a small rock climbing crag where you can easily climb with friends, or top-rope solo if you are alone, in the morning and evening. During the day, it’s quite hot, so I escaped the heat among the aspen groves of Colorado, swinging in a hammock, with a book, and my legs kicked up. I’ll probably have a bite to eat as well, applesauce with granola has been my current snack of choice.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/k9DuUe8tvDRfcQgE7
#4 LAKE TAHOE, CA
Growing up just outside this adult playground, Lake Tahoe’s coastline is lined with perfect places to hang a hammock and journal. The blue water will put you in a trance as you stare, so watch out if you are on a timeline. Better yet, let go of your timeline and learning to take in the environment this earth has to offer.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/HN8pjnMcNs8uAbWP9
