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Horseback Riding In The High Sierra

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There’s nothing more quintessential than exploring the High Sierra by Horseback as this part of the country was shaped by these beautiful animals. Experiencing how these steeds can tackle a […]

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SF to Yosemite Itinerary with a Dip into the Eastern Sierra

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The iconic national parks in California’s High Sierra might be the primary reason to visit—but the region’s landscape is ideally suited for the perfect California road trip. Instead of taking […]

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High Sierra Summer Music Festivals

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The question is how do you celebrate a summer day well played? For us, there’s nothing better than hearing live music while sipping a cold beverage. Fortunately, the Sierra Nevada range is home to many High Sierra Summer Music Festivals happening all season long. […]

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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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Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad Railroading in the High Sierra

Railroading In The High Sierra

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From seeing historic trains to a fun and easy way to the slopes, railroading in the High Sierra is like nowhere else in the country! […]

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5 Amazing Bucket List Festivals In The High Sierra

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5 bucket list festivals in the High Sierra from leaping frogs to log jamborees to crazy Mule scrambles and so much more. […]

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When And Where To See Wildflowers In The California High Sierra

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With over 1,450 species and a bloom that lasts over 6 months it can be difficult to find the displays of flowers. Here’s the when and where to see wildflowers in the High Sierra so you can be informed ahead of time. […]

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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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lupine California flowers in the High Sierra during spring

5 Easy To Spot Flowers In California High Sierra & One Flowering Plant

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Crimson Columbine. Desert Evening Primrose. Sierra Tiger Lily. Honestly speaking, wildflowers might have the coolest names of any living organism on the planet. And if you begin the process of […]

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