I used to think winter meant the fun hiking adventures were done until spring came, but once I bought snowshoes, I learned to truly love the season. Central Oregon has countless amazing winter hikes, too. Walking between snow-covered trees and the peace that comes from the quiet of snow is pure magic. I’m constantly trying …
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 …
God’s Thumb is easily one of my favorite hikes on the Oregon coast. The trail itself is a fun hike and so beautiful. The sweeping views at the end are worth the steep hike and the mud along the way. It’s a great hike option because it is a short distance from town and has …
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 …
Snow Canyon State Park is located around 15 minutes north of downtown St. George, Utah and only an hour away from Zion National Park. This park is an amazing option for those wanting to explore outside the famous national parks. This park doesn’t have crowds like Zion, so it makes for a quiet Utah experience. …
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 …
Mount Hood is the Gem of Oregon and just an hour and a half outside of Portland. This area is known for having year-round skiing at Timberline Lodge. It is the only year-round ski resort in North America and endless hiking opportunities. Many trails are only open in the summer and fall months due to …
I get asked all the time what I wear when I’m hiking, so here I am giving you a full rundown of my go-to footwear for the outdoors. Finding the right shoes can be hard, but is also so important! Getting blisters from poor-fitting shoes or having wet feet because your shoes aren’t waterproof is …
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 …
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 …