Vivian Creek is a 3BII canyon. The canyon is beautiful and easy to get to from most areas of LA. The water also makes for fun end-of-summer rappelling!
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Icefields Parkway is one of the most beautiful drives in the world. In the summer, the road-side lakes shine turquoise and make for good swimming and photo opportunities. There are a lot of places to stop, but here were my favorites from South to North (Banff to Jasper).
Denali is at the top of the list of places to visit in Alaska - and for good reason. On a clear day, Mount McKinley stands tall at 20,310 feet. A 4 hour drive from Anchorage, Denali is a must-do for hiking enthusiasts. But the question is... do you explore Denali National Park or Denali State Park?
During our week long trip to Alaska, I was most excited for the Kesugi Ridge Trail in Denali State Park. This 27.5 mile through hike is a relaxing overnight backpacking trip. If you're lucky and get a clear day, you can see Mount McKinley (Denali) without the hassle of Denali National Park's bus system.
My favorite vacation destinations are usually ones where I can get some hiking in, eat good food, and meet friendly people. There are so many beautiful hikes and outdoor destinations, but some trips have been better than others because of the other factors you don't see in photos. Are the town locals friendly? Is the food tasty? Is it affordable? My favorite hiking trips of all time are not just about the hiking. They are about the experience!
To this day, New Zealand is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been to. Jaw-dropping mountains, glaciers, beaches, New Zealand has it all. But its beauty comes with a price. Make one wrong turn and you will be surrounded by tour buses, screaming babies, and hordes of tripod cameras. Here are my tips for planning the best outdoors trip to New Zealand without feeling like a mega tourist.
For only $112, the MSR Evo 22 Snowshoes are a perfect beginner, budget friendly snowshoe. They are Rolling Terrain snowshoes with a load of up to 180 lbs. The frame and deck are made from plastic.
New Zealand is slowly becoming one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. If you can bare the long flight down and endure crazy weather, the two islands will greet you with some of the most beautiful scenery and best coffee you will ever have.
Survival Hax' Tactical LED Flashlight has been incredibly useful and one of my most used items for overnight trips. I've been in New Zealand for a few days now on a 6 week hiking, diving, and general exploration trip. I've used this flashlight so many times and would recommend it.
I thought it might be fun to give you all some insight into "What's In My Bag?" for 3-season (Fall, Spring, Summer) day hikes. I've gone through a lot of gear through the years, including selling used gear that I really didn't enjoy using. This is what I carry with me on any medium or difficult day hike, with an emphasis on trying to keep my pack light.
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