The Timberline Trail is one of the most iconic hiking trails in Oregon that loops around the base of Mount Hood. It is 41.5 miles (with options to make it longer) and 10,000 ft in elevation gain (and loss). There are multiple glacier river crossings, downed trees, beautiful views of Mount Hood, and so many …
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 …
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 to Havasu Falls on Havasupai Indian reservation is like entering a secret paradise. As soon as I learned about this little gem on Earth, I knew I had to see it for myself. I started by researching how to book it and tips I needed to know before going. I want to share what …
Have you ever wanted to adventure travel but just don’t know where to begin? I’m going to share my top adventure travel tips and everything yo uneed to know to plan for yourself. I often get asked “how do you plan your trips?” Sometimes very little goes into planning day hikes or camping trips. Often …
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 …
Backpacking Gear can be daunting if you’re new to the hobby. This post will talk about the backpacking gear I choose to take on trail to make life in the backcountry more enjoyable. Having the right gear makes all the difference on trail. Although I’m still no expert backpacker, I have spent the past few …