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Glen Alpine Falls in South Lake Tahoe, California.

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Lower Yosemite Falls Hiking Trail

When visiting Yosemite Valley, you’ll immediately take notice of its collective grandeur. Everywhere you look, it’s one amazing sight after...

How to See Bridalveil Fall in Yosemite National Park

Standing at a commanding 617 feet, Bridalveil Falls is often the first waterfall visitors see when driving into Yosemite…

Yosemite Valley: 10 Things to Do For First Timers

Of all the many sections of Yosemite National Park, the valley is what gets the bulk of the attention of most visitors and for…

2024 McArthur-Burney Falls State Park Guide

Located within the Cascade Range and just outside the small town of Burney, McArthur-Burney Falls State Park features…

5 Incredible Lake Tahoe Waterfalls You Need To See

Waterfalls are a huge attraction to nature enthusiasts. No matter the size or accompanying surroundings, people flock…

How To Hike To Lower Eagle Falls In Lake Tahoe

Nestled within the captivating natural beauty of the iconic Emerald Bay State Park, the trail to Lower Eagle Falls offers…

Glen Alpine Falls: A Beautiful Lake Tahoe Waterfall

In Lake Tahoe, not too far from Emerald Bay and located on the southern end of Fallen Leaf Lake is a somewhat-hidden…

Hike The Waterfall Trail In Grover Hot Springs State Park

Nestled within a quiet corner of the eastern Sierra Nevada mountains lies an underrated, little-known gem in the…

How To Hike To The Base Of Middle McCloud Fall

Middle McCloud Fall is just one of three beautiful waterfalls, collectively known as McCloud Falls, along the McCloud…

Hiking To Cascade Falls In South Lake Tahoe

Cascade Falls is a beautiful series of waterfalls just outside of the boundaries of Emerald Bay State Park in Lake Tahoe…

Hike To Eagle Falls and Eagle Lake In Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe is filled to the brim with hiking trails of varying lengths. Some can be done in a matter of hours while some will…

How To Hike The Burney Falls Scenic Loop Trail

Burney Falls is one of the most visit state parks in all of California. Prior to covid, the park would see an average of 4,000…

Hedge Creek Falls: A Short Hike To An Incredible Waterfall

While not a grand sight or a long hike deep into the wilderness, Hedge Creek Falls still packs a punch as a highly scenic…

McCloud River Falls: Three Fantastic Waterfalls in One Hike

Just a short distance between two popular Northern California towns; Burney and Dunsmuir, McCloud Falls is a series of three…

The Mist Trail: Hike One Of Yosemite's Most Beautiful Trails

Yosemite National Park is filled to the brim with many popular and beautiful natural attractions and trails. However, there are a select handful that are…

Visit Devil's Postpile National Momument in California

Formed roughly 80,000 years ago, the up to 60 foot basalt columns of Devil’s Postpile National Monument are a sight to behold. The saying, “you won’t believe it until you see it”, holds

Glen Aulin: A Glorious Hiking Trail in Yosemite

I’m often asked by Yosemite first timers (friends and friends of friends) about which hiking trails in Yosemite should they hike during their visit…

Our 5 Favorite Waterfalls in California

California is littered with beautiful waterfalls and as such, I found it difficult to narrow them down to just five. I haven’t seen every waterfall in the state, but I have been fortunate enough to see many of…

Nevada Waterfalls

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Hunter Creek Falls: An Epic Hike Just Outside Of Reno

Up until fairly recently, people would generally associate Reno solely with gambling, bars, and being the (much) smaller sibling…

Take An Easy Hike To King’s Canyon Falls in Carson City

Located in Carson City at the end of King’s Canyon road, this 25-foot cascading waterfall offers families and solo hikers alike easy access to a natural oasis

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The Ultimate Snoqualmie Falls Guide

Nestled just 30-minute or so drive from the hustle and bustle of downtown Seattle in the beautiful Snoqualmie…

The Ultimate Multnomah Falls Guide

At 611-feet (between the upper and lower portions), Multnomah Falls is the tallest waterfall in Oregon and the crown jewel…

Latourell Falls: A Stunning Waterfall Near Portland Oregon

Of all the waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge, Latourall Falls, a 224-foot single-plunge fall, is the closest to Portland…

Hug Point Waterfall and Sea Caves: How To Get There, Timing The Tide, and More

Ever wanted to check out a waterfall that feeds directly into the ocean? If you’re near the beautiful coastal town of Canon Beach…

A Quick Guide To Visiting The Beautiful Wahkeena Falls (Oregon)

Wahkeena Falls (Wa-Kee-Na) is a multi-tired waterfall along Oregon’s famed, ‘Waterfall Corridor’, in the awe-inspiring Columbia River…

Oregon's Waterfall Corridor Permit: Everything You Need To Know To Get One

If you’re planning to visit the many waterfalls, State Parks, and trails along Oregon’s famed, Waterfall Corridor, and you intend…

How To See Bridal Veil Falls In Oregon

Located in the awe-inspiring Columbia River Gorge right off of the Historic Highway is the beautiful, easily accessed 120-foot waterfall…

The Essential First-Timer’s Guide To Shoshone Falls

Coming in at a height of 212 feet and a width of 900, Shoshone Falls is one of Southern Idaho’s most popular natural attractions. Surpassing the height….