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Sequoia National Park: Mineral King Loop

Traverse through varied terrain, from glacial cirques, lush meadows, and towering groves of giant conifers, to granite peaks and alpine lakes. The Mineral King Loop is breathtaking in views and physicality.

Backpacking TripsJudy OngOctober 17, 2020hiking, backpacking, camping, trip reports, backcountry, Sequoia National Park, Sierra Nevada, Mineral KingComment

Ansel Adams Wilderness: Thousand Island Lake Loop

The Ansel Adams Wilderness offers some of the most brilliant scenery in all the Sierra Nevada. From dramatic snow-draped peaks to glittery sunlit lakes, it’s truly paradise on Earth.

Backpacking TripsJudy OngOctober 20, 2019hiking, backpacking, camping, trip reports, backcountry, Ansel Adams Wilderness, Sierra Nevada, Thousand Island Lake, Banner Peak, Garnet Lake, Ediza Lake, Agnew Meadows, PCT, JMT, Iceberg Lake, Inyo National Forest Comment

Reflection Canyon

I hiked. I camped. I was mesmerized. But I still cannot believe this place is real. You’ve probably heard all the praise and awe surrounding Reflection Canyon.

Backpacking TripsBlog Post AuthorMay 14, 2019Utah, Southern Utah, hiking, backpacking, Lake Powell, Glen Canyon National Receation Area, trip reports, camping, backcountry Comment

Lassen Volcanic National Park

Lassen was a dream! The views were dazzling and the memories priceless. This trip included many “firsts” for us.

Backpacking TripsBlog Post AuthorMay 6, 2019hiking, backcountry, backpacking, camping, California, Lassen Volcanic National Park, trip reports, Cinder Cone, Snag Lake, Northern California, Lassen PeakComment

Emigrant Wilderness

The Emigrant Wilderness is a vast and stunning wilderness area of Stanislaus National Forest located in the Sierra Nevada. A true California treasure, it features spectacular scenery that will eclipse any adventurer's wildest dreams.

Backpacking TripsBlog Post AuthorApril 28, 2019Sierra Nevada, California, backpacking, camping, hiking, trip reports, backcountryComment