Four Mountain Peaks To See In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
In Spanish, Sierra Nevada means snowy saw range. You can see these mountains are beautiful any time of year, but they’re especially gorgeous when covered in snow. At over 400 miles in length, there are a vast assortment of mountains to summit along its topography. Here’s just four of our favorite mountain peaks to see […]
3 Unforgettable High Sierra Winter Experiences
| by Alex Silgalis
Regardless if you’re a powder hound or a sunshine kitten, winter in the High Sierra is a great time to visit. Don’t know what to do or just looking to switch it up a bit? Here’s three unforgettable High Sierra winter experiences to inspire your travels this year. Go On A Dog Sledding Adventure For […]
Great Winter Hikes In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
Now that the snow has arrived, many of us are thinking about skiing, snowshoeing or possibly cross-country skiing. Something that’s often overlooked are winter hikes in the High Sierra. This majestic time of year offers you full rivers, roaring falls, few people and more solitude & slow-down time. So, if you’re on the “fence” this […]
Peak Bagging Opportunities For the 1st Timer In The High Sierra!
| by Alex Silgalis
Is your hiking fun stuck in a rut? A little lackadaisical? Need some pep in your step? Then consider doing some Peak Bagging in the High Sierra! Here’s a fun list of peak bagging opportunities for the first timer in the High Sierra. What’s Peak Bagging? The idea is simple… hikers, climbers, or mountaineers […]
Three Wilderness Areas In The High Sierra To Check Out This Year
| by Alex Silgalis
The Sierra Nevada packs a lot of fun across its 24,370 square miles. With THREE national parks, twenty wilderness areas, & two national monuments, you truly can become one with nature. In fact, the High Sierra is home to one of the LONGEST stretches of protected wilderness in the lower 48. While most gravitate towards […]
Super Secret Ways To Escape Crowds During Peak Season
| by Alex Silgalis
You’re sitting on a couch sweltering even with the air conditioning blasting. You step outside and the sun feels even worse like it could cook an egg on asphalt. A thought pops into your head. Why not head into the mountains to cool off? A sense of dread comes over you… but millions of other […]
Epic Guided Hikes Of The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
Although hiking into the great unknown brings a sense of thrill, many times you end up missing a lot unless you’re a person who spends hours researching your journey ahead of time. Most of us can’t devote lots of time seeking out information about our next adventure. Instead, try one of these guided hikes of […]
Four Great Hikes In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
Daily life can be stressful. From tight deadlines to dealing with traffic and unruly co-workers, by the end of a week you can feel drained. Luckily, there is hiking. It gives us a chance to clear our minds and really get close to the sheer beauty that exists in nature. Here are four great hikes […]
Waterfall Season Is Here
| by Alex Silgalis
Why do we enjoy traveling into the mountains? Is it for the scenery? Adventure? Solitude? There are so many reasons to visit, but we feel a major one overlaps all of them: Freedom. The ability to let go and enjoy the moment. With waterfall season upon us, it’s the perfect time to step away from […]
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