Two years ago I dropped everything and went on a road trip that would change my life... One year ago I started this blog as a way to share that experience with the world... The lust to wander and live the life that I've chosen has only increased since then as I've traveled up, down … Continue reading My Favorite “Trails to Trudge”… so far
After Tyler and I conquered Ladder Canyon (see last post), our plan was to head to Salton Sea and Bombay beach as a nice reprieve after the tough hike. Ladder Canyon is on the Northern end of the Salton Sea and Bombay Beach is less than an hour away (about 30 miles) right in the … Continue reading Trails to Trudge: From Salton Sea to Salvation Mountain to Tyrannosaurus Teeth
Trona Pinnacles Length: undetermined/at your leisure Terrain: hot, dry, desert. Please note: Very rocky and tumultuous road going into the pinnacles where a high clearance vehicle is recommended but not necessarily needed. Payoff: Gorgeous and unique "pinnacles" shooting out from the desert floor hundreds of feet in the air. The Trona Pinnacles are without a doubt one of … Continue reading Trails to Trudge: Trona Pinnacles
The drive up to Red Rock Canyon State Park (CA) is breathtaking. Nestled off the 14 freeway in between the southernmost section of the Sierras and the northernmost section of the Mojave Desert; you get the best of both worlds as desert and mountains converge into one unbelievable area. As you crawl … Continue reading Trails to Trudge: Red Rock Canyon State Park
If you have kept up with my my blog posts in the past year, you may have noticed my love for El Capitan State Beach. Nestled on the beach in Goleta slightly north of Santa Barbara; El Capitan is quite simply one of the most gorgeous and serene places I've ever visited. … Continue reading Trails to Trudge: El Capitan pt. III
I can't remember what my original plan was when I left Morro Bay State Park early in the morning. I just started driving. I knew I had two more nights left on the road before I had to return to the real world and get back to work. I didn't have a plan for those … Continue reading Trails to Trudge: Cachuma Lake Recreation Center
Morro Bay State Park is one of the most popular campgrounds in an area that is filled with them. Out of all the times I'd passed through this area, I had never been to Morro Bay State Park. I immediately realized this was a mistake upon entering the park. Nestled right on … Continue reading Trails to Trudge: Morro Bay State Park
This Mt. San Antonio hike hike marks the beginning of me coming to the realization that I wanted to start posting about these hikes. The hike was difficult but it was a challenge that brought me immense satisfaction and joy after completion. Author's note: From here on out, I'm going to refer to Mt. San Antonio … Continue reading Trails to Trudge: Mt. Baldy
Bluff Trail: length: 4.6 miles terrain: very easy, wide open trail; well maintained, easy to walk on and level footing payoff: unbelievable ocean views and lush flora all over the trail The Bluff trail is one of the easiest and most beautiful trails I've ever been on. It's a smooth walk along a mixture of … Continue reading Trails to Trudge: Montana De Oro State Park, the Sequel
Disclaimer: less of a "traditional Trails to Trudge, this post is more about the experience at Morro Strand as a campsite and a beach. Morro Strand State Beach terrain: sand dunes as far as the eye can see leading up to the ocean payoff: campsites right on the beach, calm ocean vibes "After a quick … Continue reading Trails to Trudge: Morro Strand State Beach
