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Best White Water Rafting in California is in the Sierra

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Did you know that over 75% of California’s annual precipitation falls during the winter? A big chunk of that ends up as snow in the Sierra, creating what’s often called […]

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Scenic Wildflower Hiking Opportunities In The California High Sierra

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Spring is a time for rebirth in the California High Sierra. The snow begins to recede to the higher elevations, and the sun angle becomes more pronounced. The foothills transition […]

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Romantic Spring Getaways To Re-Kindle The Love In Your Relationship

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You could have a candle-lit dinner or buy flowers to express your love but here’s 7 romantic spring break getaways to take it up a notch. […]

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Slow It Down This Spring And Enjoy Soft Adventures In The High Sierra

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Remove the stress and exhaustion from an adventurous experience and focus on making memories with these soft adventures in the High Sierra. […]

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Majestic Mountain Loop – Ultimate 3 Day Itinerary

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There are countless states in the US that feature natural beauty, but it’s hard to argue with California’s cold, hard facts: nearly 20 million acres of wilderness, second only to […]

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Hugs & Kisses – Valentine’s Day Trip Ideas In The High Sierra

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Make this February holiday one to remember with these unique Valentine’s Day trip ideas in the High Sierra. […]

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10 Mountain Towns for Romantic Winter Getaways in California High Sierra

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Learn about some hidden gems in the Sierra Nevada for a special weekend (or week long) getaway. Hiking, hot springs, historic towns and lots more to recharge your relationship. […]

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Highway 120 East with Tenaya Lake in the distance

THE California Road Trip – SF to Yosemite to Lake Tahoe

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7-day High Sierra itinerary showcasing the “wilder” side of California. Starting from SF to Yosemite to Lake Tahoe and back to San Francisco. […]

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Why Fall Is The Most Romantic Season In The High Sierra

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In the High Sierra, it’s not difficult to see why fall is the most romantic season. Winter is about schussing down the slopes or snowshoeing. Summer, you want to get […]

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