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How To Rock Your Joshua Tree Visit: Everything You Need to Know

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Joshua Tree National Park visit: Trees, desert mountain background

This is the only guide you’ll need to plan your Joshua Tree visit. This insanely thorough travel guide has planning tips, top things to do, lodging and packing ideas.

5 Reasons to Do the Palms to Pines Scenic Byway

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Scenic vista of the Palms to Pines scenic byway. curving road in desert

Take the Pines to Palms scenic byway. Explore epic views and diverse ecosystems with this guide including, key stops, driving directions, and where to hike and eat.

Complete Guide to 18 Joshua Tree Campgrounds (In & Out of the Park)

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Joshua Tree National Park Minerva Hoyt trail

This guide covers all of the best Joshua Tree National Park campgrounds. Get planning tips, costs, amenities, how to snag a reservation and things to do nearby.

25 Frosty Fun Things to Do In Yosemite in Winter

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Make the most of your Yosemite winter trip. Get planning tips and a list of 25 fun things to do in Yosemite in the winter, including hikes, winter sports, tours and epic views.

The 10 Best Hikes in Joshua Tree National Park

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Joshua Tree National Park Hiking at Arch Rock

The best hikes in Joshua Tree run the gamut from easy nature trails to longer hikes with epic landscapes. Get the guide with 10 hikes + practical planning tips.

San Francisco to Yosemite Road Trip Itinerary: Explore the Scenic Backroads

Last Modified: February 20, 2022 by Carol Guttery

San Francisco to Yosemite road trip: Yosemite bridal veil falls

Your full guide for a San Francisco to Yosemite road trip, featuring the National Park plus Native American culture, gold rush history, cool hikes and culinary tourism.

16 Fun Things to Do in The Presidio of San Francisco

Last Modified: December 19, 2021 by Carol Guttery

The Presidio National Park sign

Explore San Francisco’s Presidio National Park site. Find cool things to do in The Presidio like hiking, beaches, golfing, bridge views, quirky attractions, public art and nature.

40 Inspiring John Muir Quotes: On Nature, Mountains, Hiking, Trees & Conservation

Last Modified: February 20, 2022 by Carol Guttery

John Muir Quotes- Climb the mountains and get their great tidings

Get your forest, hiking and nature inspiration with these John Muir quotes. Muir was a prolific writer and his words will make you want to head for the hills.

Why and How to Visit the John Muir National Historic Site

Last Modified: February 20, 2022 by Carol Guttery

John Muir Historic Site home exterior

Visit the John Muir National Historic site in Martinez, CA. Learn about Muir’s conservation legacy, his family and his ranch. This guide offers practical advice on how to visit.

All 33 California National Parks: Full Guide and Map

Last Modified: May 19, 2022 by Carol Guttery

California National Parks: El Capitan in Yosemite

Get inspired to visit California’s national parks. This guide lists ALL 33 national park sites in California with park info, activity ideas and a map.

What to Pack for Yosemite: Complete List for Any Season

Last Modified: April 3, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Rafting in Yosemite. river and bridge

Figure out what to take to Yosemite…whatever the season. This complete packing list has everything you need (plus a few odd items you probably never considered.)

Where to Stay in Death Valley: From Fancy to Budget

Last Modified: April 3, 2022 by Carol Guttery

Where to stay in Death Valley: The Ranch at Death Valley. Grounds and palm trees

Figure out where to stay in Death Valley National Park. This guide gives you the best places to stay both in and near the park, with budgets from basic to fancy.

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