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Most Beautiful Lakes In California High Sierra To Visit This Summer

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The snow’s melted and nature has transitioned into summer. There’s nothing more symbolic in late spring or summer then visiting one of the “great lakes” in the Sierra Nevada. Here’s […]

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Sky Above, Earth Below, Peace Within High Sierra National Forests

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Did you know that the Golden State is home to over 20 MILLION acres of wilderness? That makes California home to the 2nd most national forest land after Alaska. In […]

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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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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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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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Maximize Your Leaf Peeping In The High Sierra

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After Labor Day weekend has come and gone, it’s a magical time to be in the Sierra Nevada range. The large assortment of fall festivals will keep you entertained while […]

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SF To Yosemite – 7 Day Summer Itinerary for First Time Visitor

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The reason you’re visiting might be Yosemite National Park but don’t rush to get inside the park. Plan your trip so that you can immerse yourself in all the culture […]

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A Salute To National Park Week In The High Sierra

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The United States is very fortunate that past citizens had a vision to protect our most beautiful places. If it wasn’t for people like John Muir and many others, the […]

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