Hiking Arizona

How to Hike Munds Wagon Trail to The Famous Merry-Go-Round Viewpoint

This Munds Wagon Trail area of Sedona quickly became one of my favorites. The trail leads you between towering rocks along a creek bed. The views are endless and the peacefulness of the trail is part of what makes it so special. This is one of the longer hikes in Sedona and it’s extremely important …

State Parks Family Friendly Hiking Oregon

The Ultimate Guide to Oregon’s Beautiful Smith Rock State Park

Smith Rock State Park is one of the 7 wonders of Oregon and a must-see place if you’re in Central Oregon. I’m lucky enough to say Smith Rock is in my backyard. I live a short distance from this amazing places and get to spend a lot of time soaking up its beauty. It’s one …

California Travel

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge-The Complete Guide to Exploring Disneyland’s Newest Land

The long awaited Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge finally opened the summer of 2019 at Disneyland! I had been waiting years to explore this new land. As a Disney lover I was excited for the park to expand, but as a Star Wars fan I couldn’t wait to be immersed in the experience Disney is so …

Winter Hiking Hiking Oregon

The Ultimate Snowshoeing Guide: Gear, Tips and Staying Warm

For many people, winter means the end of hiking for the year. But it doesn’t have to thanks to snowshoeing! Hiking in winter is absolutely magical, but it can also be dangerous if you don’t go prepared. There are many hikes I still haven’t done because I haven’t taken the proper preparedness courses myself, therefore …

Hiking Oregon

The Columbia River Gorge: The Best Hikes and Viewpoints

The Columbia River Gorge is a stunning area where the Columbia River separates Oregon and Washington. It is an Oregon state gem and filled with some of the most stunning waterfalls and hikes. Whether you’ve visited this area before or are a regular, I’m sharing my favorite spots and hikes on the Oregon side of …

Backpacking Oregon

Everything You Need to Know About Ice Lake and Matterhorn Summit

Ice Lake is an alpine lake in The Wallowa Mountain range. The Wallowas are without a doubt one of the most amazing places in Oregon. The area is one of the 7 wonders of Oregon, and rightfully so. There are very few day hiking options in the Wallowas without hiking 12-20 mile days so most …