Hiking
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The Round Lake Trail: from Carr Lake to Island Lake and beyond
Located in the heart of the Tahoe National Forest is the Grouse Ridge non-motorized area, which is filled with wonderful…
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The Angora Lakes: a magnificent family hike to a perfect summer destination
The Lake Tahoe Basin is filled with many exciting trails that lead to breathtaking destinations. One such trail that fits…
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Angora Fire Lookout: a historic lookout with epic views
The Angora Fire Lookout, also known as Angora Ridge Lookout or Angora Lookout, is perched on the Angora Ridge above…
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South Fork American River: From Iowa Canyon Waterfalls to Slab Creek Dam
Along the South Fork American River, in El Dorado County, sits the Slab Creek Dam which was built in 1967.…
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Glen Alpine Trail: From Lilly Lake and Modjeska Falls to the Old Resort and Grass Lake
Glen Alpine Trailhead is a popular launching point to many spectacular destinations within the Tahoe Basin and Desolation Wilderness. Some…
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Stateline Lookout Trail: an easy hike with spectacular views of North Lake Tahoe
The Stateline Lookout Trail is more of a slightly moderate stroll than a hike. It’s arguably the easiest trek you…
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An exciting journey from Echo Lakes to Tamarack Lake and beyond
Echo Lake, also commonly referred to as Echo Lakes, is typically frozen during the winter due to its elevation of…
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Horsetail Falls: A challenging hike to an impressive waterfall
The trailhead begins at 6000 feet in elevation and climbs up to 7200 feet in elevation at the top of…
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Pennyweight Falls: My two cents on this Placer County waterfall
Directions Take I-80 east from Sacramento to Colfax Take exit 133 off I-80 (Canyon Way) and head 1.1 miles Turn…
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Lake Clementine Trail: All the makings for a beautiful hike
Typically, I only embark on hiking trails that offer scenic views of a lake, a waterfall, a river or a…
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