Adventuring in California is as diverse as its topography. From traditional climbing on the towering cliffs of granite in Yosemite, to surfing off the coast of Malibu, there is something here for everyone! And on your rest days? Wine tasting in Santa Barbara, off-roading in the Mojave Desert, and sampling some of the best food around! You can even attempt the California Trifecta: climbing, surfing, and snowboarding all in one day! Let me help you plan the most epic trip of your life without breaking the bank.
My mom and I backpack Deer Lakes Trail + Duck Lake Pass Loop! Over 4 days we hike 16 miles, up 3000 feet of elevation, and explore 12 lakes!
Deer Lakes Trail + Duck Lake Pass: Backpacking Mammoth Lakes Read More »
Birds, beaches, or bustling nightlife? Figure out the best Channel Island to visit from an island naturalist!
Best Channel Island to Visit if You ACTUALLY Want to Have Fun Read More »
A rad and cheap 4-day itinerary in my favorite sport climbing destination! Spend 4 days hot-springing, camping, and climbing in Bishop!
4 Days Sport Climbing in Bishop: My Cheap Dirtbag Itinerary Read More »
Two hours from LA, New Jack City has a ton of fun beginner rock climbs which makes it the perfect location for your first climbing trip!
Top 10 Beginner Rock Climbs in New Jack City (5.4 – 5.7) Read More »
Like to stay warm on cold winter days in Joshua Tree? Check out my go-to sunny beginner rock climbing crags only a short walk from the car!
My Favorite SUNNY Beginner Rock Climbing Crags in Joshua Tree Read More »
400+ sport routes, lots of sunshine, and free camping make New Jack City rock climbing the best option for southern California winters!
New Jack City Rock Climbing: Best Wintertime Sport Crag in SoCal Read More »
Do you know the best things to do in Channel Islands National Park? Find out the best hiking, kayaking, and camping from an island naturalist!
Top 7 Things to Do in Channel Islands National Park Read More »
How is Santa Barbara weather in December? Should we bother visiting? Find out why December is one of the BEST times to visit this hidden gem!
Santa Barbara Weather in December + Why You Should Still Visit! Read More »
The BEST California snorkeling is found in the clear blue waters and towering kelp forests of Channel Islands National Park!
#1 California Snorkeling Destination: Channel Islands National Park Read More »
The best time to visit Solvang isn’t when you’d think! Find out the best way to explore this tiny Danish town in Santa Barbara wine country.
