Oregon has dozens of amazing mountain summit hikes that are just considered walk ups. I spent the summer of 2020 checking off the 7 mountain summits I’m sharing below. They were all difficult in their own respect, but all are doable hikes. These summits are all over Oregon, from Southern Oregon all the way to …
I’m going to start by sharing the hard truth with you all: backpacking is uncomfortable, it hurts, it’s exhausting, it’s dirty, it’s smelly and yet it’s so rewarding. You either love it or hate it. At the end of the day, you have to decide if pushing through the uncomfortable is worth it for the …
Having the proper insect repellent and accessories to keep bugs at bay will make summer hiking more enjoyable. If you dare venture outside between June and August, going prepared with an arsenal to fight off those pesky mosquitoes is essential! Summer is mosquito-hatching season and if you venture into the mountains you’ll be swarmed by …
Central Oregon is filled with mountain views, but seeing them up close from a viewpoint is hard to pass up. There are countless trails and summit hikes throughout the area. I’m going to share what I consider to be the top central Oregon viewpoints. These trails all have up close views of the Cascade range …
The Oregon Coast is without a doubt one of the most amazing stretches of coastline in the United States. There is miles of rocky coastline, sand beaches and some of the most unique rock formations. The beaches aren’t just for summer adventures, there are places to explore here year-round. Below is a list of my …
Bryce Canyon National Park is one of Utah’s Mighty 5 and one of the most underrated, beautiful parks. The drive alone to Bryce Canyon is jaw-dropping. I love hiking here because it has trails for every skill level. It’s family friendly and filled with viewpoints for any non-hiking family members. You can easily see the …
Do you know what car camping gear you need? Car camping is one of the best ways to get outside and enjoy nature. There’s something so special about sitting around a campfire, roasting marshmallows and looking for shooting stars. Car camping is such an easy way for families to spend time together and can be …
If you haven’t heard, Oregon is filled with beautiful waterfalls all around the state. In fact, the Columbia Gorge has close to 50 alone! With so many amazing trails leading to water wonderlands, how do you ever decide where to go? I’ve compiled a list of a few of my favorite Oregon waterfalls to date …
Zion National Park quickly became one of my favorite parks because of the contrasting colors and adventurous hikes all around. I was also drawn to the quaint town of Springdale that sits just outside the main gates. I’ve spent three nights here- two camping and one in a local hotel my first visit. My second …
