Yosemite Falls from Cook's Meadow Loop. Photograph by Dalton Johnson
The best time of day to hike Cook’s Meadow Loop is late morning into the afternoon. During sunrise and sunset, Yosemite Falls is in the shade, so to have the best view of Yosemite Falls in full light, hike the Cook’s Meadow Loop around 9 or 10am.
Read MoreFive years have passed since my last cycle tour, it was new again. Pavement moved under me as I zipped downhill. Wind froze my hands. Trees and a river whipped passed at 15 miles an hour. Freedom, smiles, energy pumping through my body I have not felt in years. I’m where I am supposed to be.
Read MoreBaja California has been a surfing hub since the 1940s, where both the northern and southern tips of the 1000 mile peninsula offer incredible right-hand swells and barreling beach breaks. And the best bit? Despite worldwide recognition, lineups still remain beautifully empty. So, whether you’re new to surfing or a wave-riding veteran, here’s where you should be heading for the best surf breaks in Baja California Mexico.
Read MoreLast October, I received a phone call from Andrew Muse to be the Director of Photography for the fourth season of Tiny Home Adventures. I’ll be honest, I had never watched an episode of the series, but my interest was peaked by the location, potential adventures, and the client list we would intertwine throughout the series. So, after we chatted on the phone, I watched a few episodes and gave him a call back, “I’m in, it looks like fun.”
Read MoreAs the anticipation of your trip to Yosemite National Park builds, planning out your visit is going to be key for a success trip. Regardless if you have a month, 5-days, a weekend trip, or a single day, visiting Tunnel View is a must see stop! Why?
From the vista you will enjoy the vast valley landscape, which features dense forests along the bottom banked by sheer granite cliffs on either side. To the left of the valley, you’ll spot the 3,000-foot (900-meter) southern face of El Capitan and to the right the tumbling waters of Bridalveil Falls. Miles beyond the pass, the hefty Half Dome strikes an imposing figure.
Read MoreThere are those “by happen stance” occasions that just happen to work out, this is one of them. Driving back to the lower 48 from Alaska, I needed to use the bathroom. So, while in British Columbia, Kristin and I stopped in a large parking lot with bathroom. This lot seemed to be in the middle of no where, but that didn’t surprise me as there are several random lots along the drive from Alaska to the lower 48. However, very few of those lots had swarms of people. So, I asked somebody, “Why are there so many people here?”
They laughed and said they were doing the prettiest hike to in all of British Columbia, Joffre Lakes.
Read MoreCalifornia is packed with lake hikes that will blow your mind, especially in the Eastern Sierra Mountains. The best part of lake hiking in the Eastern Sierra is the access. From remote lakes tucked days away in the mountains to roadside lake hikes, any hiker can find something for themselves during a visit to the Eastern Sierra. As a kid, I grew up in the foothills of Lake Tahoe wandering around the Eastern Sierra, exploring lake hikes, and embracing the often chilly mornings while searching for gorgeous landscapes. So, what happens when you put the calm of a cold morning and an extraordinary lake hike together? Scroll down below and discover the best lakes hikes of the Eastern Sierra for yourself!
Read MoreCerritos Beach, also known as Playa Los Cerritos, is the perfect place for swimming while in Baja Sur. The water is warm in comparison to the beaches of the United States, but still chilly to the touch. This long sandy beach is family friendly and is growing in popularity as a boom in vacation rentals grows beyond Cabo San Lucas. The safety of Cerritos Beach has continued to improve with the growth of the town by adding life-guards (Juan and Carlos), an ambulance station, and safety flags.
Read MoreThe natural beauty of Yosemite is so incredible that it inspired an entire 19th-century conservation movement, which resulted in the valley’s protection as a national park in 1890. Naturalists led by John Muir (1838–1914) and artists like photographer Ansel Adams (1902–1984) found inspiration for their life’s work here. When planning your trip to Yosemite National Park, checking out the best views of Yosemite Valley ahead of time are critical to the Yosemite experience.
Read MoreThere's a tranquil beauty that comes with gliding across the still surface of a calm lake, river, or pond, surrounded by nature's serenity. If you've ever been captivated by the idea of exploring these peaceful waters up close, then you're in the right place. Welcome to our beginner's guide on how to embark on the exciting journey of flatwater kayaking.
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