California High Sierra Towns & The Origin Of Their Names
| by Alex Silgalis
Have you ever pondered, “How on earth did this California High Sierra town get its name?” Us too! The fun thing about looking back at the origins is that they […]
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Facts About California High Sierra – 5 Important Dates In History
| by Alex Silgalis
When it comes to mountain ranges, the Sierra Nevada in California are arguably the wealthiest for their place in history. They were a challenge to cross, provided access to wealth, […]
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History Of The Names Of Places In California High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
Have you ever sat back and wondered where the name of that mountain came from? Or how someone named that lake you’re floating on? What about the vista you’re enjoying […]
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Mark Twain In California’s High Sierra – From Mining To Story Telling
| by Alex Silgalis
There are many legends who’ve left their imprint in the forests, meadows, and peaks of the Sierra Nevada, but besides John Muir, no other has waxed so eloquently as Mark […]
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The Most Epic Solo Adventures In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
In recent years, the #1 trend for travel is solo travel. How come? For starters, anyone that’s been on vacation knows we all end up doing things on our time […]
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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 […]
Historic Lodges In The High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
The word “lodge” out West invokes an image of luxury, comfort, and most of all a place to rest your weary body after a long day of exploring. And when […]
Pet Friendly Trips in the High Sierra
| by Alex Silgalis
Our lives today are busier than ever. Vacation is one of the few times where you can reconnect with the entire family including the four-legged variety. Instead of leaving your […]
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