Not all ritzy plans come to fruition. Such is the case for the crumpled idea to build a high-end glamping experience in the quiet suburbs of San Marcos. The idea almost became a reality, with multiple structures put in place, yet the slowly decaying remains prove the project ultimately became a dream too big to […]
Bollinger Creek Loop Trail, Las Trampas Regional Wilderness | San Ramon, CA
As some of you may know, my roots are in Northern California, so any time I have the opportunity to visit home, I try my best to hike the trails in the east bay area. I was introduced to Las Trampas Regional Wilderness years before, but have never taken the time to truly get to […]
Corte Madera Mountain Trail | San Diego, CA
Known as the “Half Dome of San Diego”, Corte Madera Mountain is a bucket list hike for any San Diegan. Not only will you likely have the trail mostly to yourself the majority of your hike, it also features some of the most spectacular views you’ll find on a hiking trail in San Diego County. […]
Highland Valley Trail | Escondido, CA
As much as I hike in San Diego county, I’m often surprised by trails that should receive more notoriety. One of these trail systems that is often overlooked are the trails found near San Pasqual Valley, which was once the stomping grounds for the bloodiest battle in California during the Mexican-America war. A few of […]
Batiquitos Lagoon Trail | San Diego, CA
As a well-hiked resident of San Diego, I’m always looking for new destinations to explore that aren’t in my go-to areas (i.e. east county, Julian, etc.). My friend recently underwent a bilateral knee surgery which resulted in her needing to take it easy on the trails for a few months. She also wanted to find […]
Tips for Beautiful Skin in the Great Outdoors
If you ever had to come up with a list of why you love being in the Great Outdoors, you’d probably run out of time listing the many physical and mental benefits Mother Nature bestows. Hiking is one of those activities that combines physical, mental, and spiritual benefits, for there is an inexorable link between […]
Oakoasis Preserve Trail | Lakeside, CA
When one thinks of hiking in Lakeside, likely the first trail that comes to mind is the sweat-inducing, cardio-killer El Cajon Mountain trail, one of the toughest trails in all of San Diego county. El Cajon Mountain serves a good purpose for anyone looking for a grueling workout, and some even use the trail to […]
Lands End Trail | San Francisco, CA
One of the most iconic landmarks in all of Northern California is the Golden Gate Bridge. Even if you’ve never seen it in person, you’ve likely seen the famous red bridge in movies or TV shows (remember Full House anyone?). If you’ll be paying a visit to the popular city of San Francisco, or simply […]
West Vista Loop Trail, Santa Ysabel Open Space Preserve | Santa Ysabel, CA
There are plenty of fine trails to hike within the near vicinity of central San Diego, but when I’m feeling a bit more adventurous, I like to branch out east. One of my favorite destinations east, involves a scenic drive up Highway 79 to the town of Julian. Just past Julian, you’ll reach an even […]
Denk Tank Mountain, Rancho La Costa Preserve | Carlsbad, CA
Rancho La Costa Preserve offers north county visitors a convenient option for an after work or weekend hike. Nestled in the suburbs of La Costa, there are four different trails ranging in both difficulty and length. The preserve, managed by the Center for Natural Lands Management, also includes close to 500 acres of non-developed, protected […]