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The Best 2 Day Yosemite Itinerary

The Best 2 Day Yosemite Itinerary

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Like most incredible destinations, you could spend forever in Yosemite. However, if you are a weekend warrior like myself, you may be visiting with more limited time. This post will cover a fairly aggressive, 2 day Yosemite Itinerary and you will leave the park feeling seriously accomplished. Note: Due to COVID-19, Yosemite requires a reservation to enter the park in addition to the entrance fee. The reservation costs $2. For up to date information and to make your reservation, check…

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Visiting the Utah Mighty 5 Parks

Visiting the Utah Mighty 5 Parks

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Visiting the National Parks in Utah is certainly a bucket list trip. The national parks in Utah are so impressive they were nicknamed the Utah Mighty 5. The exact details will depend on the amount of time that you have available and how much hiking or just sightseeing from the car but you can use this post as a guide. For details of sights to see along your drive you can check out this post on the best scenic drives…

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The Parker Group in Sequoia National Park
Sequoia National Park Itinerary

Sequoia National Park Itinerary

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Sequoia National Park is close to Yosemite National Park and King’s Canyon National Park and is often lumped into a trip with the other two. That is exactly what we did – two days in Yosemite, one day in King’s Canyon and then one day in Sequoia National Park. In this post, we will discuss a one day Sequoia National Park Itinerary. If you are lucky enough to have the time to visit all of the national parks in California…

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Best Hikes in Utah

Best Hikes in Utah

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Utah is one of the best hiking destinations in the United States. Depending on your interests and location within the state, you can see gorgeous deserts, jutting arches, luscious forests, or impressive waterfalls. Because it’s virtually impossible to hike all of the hikes (even though I am trying – lol), I asked 11 other Utah bloggers for their input as well. Together, we have compiled a list of the best hikes in Utah. If you are just getting started hiking,…

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Salt Lake City Hiking: 11 Trails you Can’t Miss

Salt Lake City Hiking: 11 Trails you Can’t Miss

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One of my favorite activities year-round in Utah is hiking. Fortunately, there are a plethora of options not far from Salt Lake City. If you are looking for where to begin, this post will cover the 11 Salt Lake City hiking trails you can’t miss. I will order these by difficulty (in my opinion). Therefore if you are new to hiking, definitely check out these hiking tips for beginners and start at the top and work your way down. Always…

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18 Things to do in Kanab

18 Things to do in Kanab

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For adventure lovers, Kanab, Utah is a destination worth checking out. It’s basically about as south as you can get within Utah and feels like it isn’t close to anything. However, Kanab is one of the few places in Southern Utah with an actual foodie scene, which is probably a relief if all you have eaten in Southern Utah is Subway. And while it’s not adjacent to any national parks, it’s not far away from them either. So if you’re…

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Hiking 101: 12 Tips for New Hikers

Hiking 101: 12 Tips for New Hikers

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Hiking is the BEST way to enjoy nature. Okay maybe that’s just a personal opinion. However, hiking can be an amazing and rewarding outdoor activity that provides a great way to immerse in nature. If you haven’t done much hiking, it can be a little daunting. From picking the right trail to the right gear, there’s so much to consider before getting started hiking. But don’t worry! In this blog, we’ll help you to embark on your first hiking adventure…

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Top 11 Hikes in Kauai

Top 11 Hikes in Kauai

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There are eight main Hawaiian islands, seven of which are permanently inhabited. However there are four main islands that people visit when they head to Hawaii: Oahu (Honolulu is located here, along with Waikiki Beach and Pearl Harbor), Maui (has the beautiful Road to Hana and Haleakela National Park), The Big Island of Hawaii (Has Volcanoes National Park), and Kauai (nicknamed The Garden Island and much more lush and untouched). Considering Kauai is nicknamed “The Garden Island”, it’s fitting that…

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Best Things to do in Kings Canyon

Best Things to do in Kings Canyon

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Kings Canyon National Park is often overshadowed by neighboring Sequoia and Yosemite but it is definitely worth a visit. A popular way to visit this park is to lump it in with a trip to the other two. That is exactly what we did – two days in Yosemite, one day in King’s Canyon and then one day in Sequoia National Park. In this post, we will discuss the best things to do in Kings Canyon National Park in one day….

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14 Amazing and Best hikes on Oahu for 2023

14 Amazing and Best hikes on Oahu for 2023

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While most people might think tropical beaches, coconut drinks, and luaus when they think of Hawaii, there is a whole different side if you are into the outdoors. If you are planning on hiking in Oahu, you are in luck. It is an absolute paradise and hikers dream. This post will review some of the best hikes on Oahu and lead you to some of the most incredible views in the world. Note: Hiking on Oahu can be dangerous and…

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