San Juanico is a small fishing village with a large surfing problem. Myth and legends are told among the surfing community of a mile-long ride from third point to first. Some have even gone on and said the link-up has been done from fourth peak… insane! The best part of this sleepy town, other than the surfing, is the beach camping.
Read MoreWhy Visit Cerritos Beach in Baja Mexico
Cerritos Beach is a rapidly growing surf oasis that is less touristy than Cabo and still a hidden gem. Only an hour away Cabo San Lucas, and 15 minutes from Todos Santos, Playa de Cerritos has great waves for surfing as well as safe surf for swimming. The laidback, low-key vibe draws surfers, ex-pats, and travelers from all over the world.
Read MoreFive Stunning Surf Beach of Southern California
California is known for its beaches, sunsets over the ocean, and surf life. For the most part, any beach you visit will be amazing and the views will be out of this world, especially if you have not visited the coast before. However, if you are looking for some of the surfing gems along the coast, here are five spots throughout Southern California that are aesthetically pleasing with good surf!
Read MoreFive Enjoyable Challenge Hikes Around Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe, which borders the states Nevada and California, is known as an outdoor hub for those who love to ski, hike, climb, mountain bike, SUP, wake-board, backpack, and so much more! The endless opportunities for adventures draw weekend crowds that can double and even 10x the residential population. So, it is important to know where you are going and what you are looking for when you head towards this magical place. If you are looking for hiking suggestions, here are FIVE enjoyable yet challenging hikes for you!
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Winter Camping in Yosemite National Park
Leaving behind my basecamp, I swung my boots out of the tent, buckled up my snow shoes, and shlepped my day pack over my shoulder. Filled with excitement and a good amount of fear—the winter and myself have not mixed well—I was on a photo mission. What was I trying to capture? A frozen Merced Lake reflection in the Yosemite wilderness.
Read MoreDawn Patrol
My alarm went off at 5:00 am. At first, I groan, hit the snooze button, and rolled over. Then my mind took over, Are you going to waste this morning? Are you going to be lazy, or are you going to get up and get wet? Throwing back the sheets, the cold steals my comfort. Sitting on the edge of my bed with my head in my hands, stand up in three, two…
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Visitors Guide to Yosemite Falls
Yosemite Falls can be seen throughout a large portion of Yosemite Valley including from the Yosemite Chapel, Merced River Bank Yosemite Valley Lodge and even high above the valley from Glacier Point. You might think it’s visibility is why this waterfall gets its namesake, however that is not the case. Yosemite Falls get’s it namesake because it is the tallest and strongest flowing waterfall in all of Yosemite Valley. This makes it the centerpiece of Yosemite.
Read MoreRock Climbing in Yosemite
Yosemite National Park is the birthplace of American rock climbing, known for its humbling granite walls, carved by glacials. Rock climbing in Yosemite National Park should be a must visit for any rock climber because of the stellar granite splitters, the long routes, and history these walls hold. From El Capitan to Half Dome to Tuolumne Meadows, Yosemite rock climbing is diverse in it’s grades and access. Often the climbing will challenge rock climbers not only by the grade, but the style, mental and physical endurance it takes to climb in Yosemite National Park
Read MoreHiking and Climbing Trees in Wilder Ranch
Santa Cruz, CA is known for its would class surfing along the Pacific Coast Highway, but to those non-locals, few know that there is more to offer than the beach. Driving over Highway 17 into Santa Cruz, you are crossing the Santa Cruz Mountains. These intercostals house redwood forests, oak trees perfect for climbing, rolling hills of grass, and miles of hiking trails. If you pack a picnic and head out for a walk, you can find your own slice of heaven, just go looking.
Read MoreThe Best Way to Experience the Auburn Quarry
The Auburn Quarry and the confluence is packed with more adventures than you have days! This area has a little something for everyone; paddlers, rock climbers, hikers, photographers, bikers, nature observers, and those looking to relax. In this article, I try my best to paint the picture of just how many options there really are out here, but, quite honestly, the list feels endless!
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