Release Your Inner “49er” & Experience Your Own California Gold Rush In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
Discovery of gold in 1848 sparked the largest mass migration in U.S. history, with more than 300,000 pioneers heading west. The effects of the California Gold Rush were substantial, helping […]
Stargazing In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
Pink sunsets, yellow moons, shooting stars, and green meadows. We’re not talking about the magically delicious breakfast cereal. Rather, we’re talking about the sights above our heads after the sun […]
Best Places In The High Sierra To Celebrate The Fourth Of July
| by Alex Silgalis
No matter how much you enjoy the warm weather, let’s be honest… by the time July rolls around, the heat in most metropolitan cities is oppressive, hitting triple digits. With […]
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Majestic Mountain Loop – A Cool Option For A Long Weekend In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
The bloom of spring is slowly transitioning into the warmth and sunshine of summer. What this means is it’s almost road trip time! A time for families and friends to […]
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Visit The Only Bi-State Park, Dive Into Truckee’s Wild History, & Peek At California’s Mining Heritage
| by Alex Silgalis
State parks might be a bit less known than their national park cousins, but they’re definitely worth a visit. Offering up mountain bike trails to campsites & even dipping into […]
3 Amazing Bucket List Festivals In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
The sun is shining brightly, and the snow is beginning to melt. It’s definitely spring and that means festival season is starting to ramp up! This year, why not skip […]
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Kid Friendly Activities In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
The old saying goes “Start ‘em young & they’ll be hooked for life.” Whether you realize it or not, you play a significant role in helping your kids fall in […]
High Sierra Museums – Tell A Story
| by Alex Silgalis
The High Sierra is filled with deep history not just from a human perspective but an environmental one as well. From the highest peaks to the lowest valleys, each tells […]
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