When I first moved to California, I dreamed of Yosemite’s towering granite cliffs and Big Sur’s rugged coastline, but I never imagined the thousands of hidden paradises waiting to be discovered in between. South Yuba River is one of those…
Parks
Yosemite National Park has always held a special place in my heart. For a beautiful few days spanning the summer solstice, I had the chance to explore its wonders once again. This time, I spent a few days delving into…
28 December 2023
Visiting Red Rock Canyon in Nevada
Despite being just a thirty minute drive, Red Rock Canyon is a place that feels as if it’s a million miles away from the lights and action (and overstimulation?) of the Las Vegas Strip. When I decided to visit Red…
Yosemite is honestly one of the most beautiful places on earth, and I have been extremely lucky to live close enough to do lots of weekend trips. The park itself is huge – at 3000 square kilometers it is bigger…
When it comes to outdoor adventures, I have always been a firm believer in the charms of old-fashioned camping—the rugged simplicity of pitching a tent, cooking over a campfire, and immersing oneself in nature’s embrace. So, when my mother planned…