5 Great Los Angeles Hikes
... year round, thanks to moderate temperatures and over 300 days of sunshine each year. With everything from surfing and kayaking to biking and hiking, there is something for everyone. As an occasional trail runner myself, I enjoy looking for new routes to explore, and there sure are plenty of them in the LA area.
The five hikes listed below are some of the best and most popular in LA, which means generally well-marked trails and breathtaking views of either the city or the ocean. If you happen...
February 28th, 2011 | Abbie Mood | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: hiking, outdoors, top-feature
Tips for Adventure Travel Down Under
... closed-toe shoes to shield against bug and snake bites, as well as for support and comfort. Avoid blisters and creep crawlies by wearing sensible hiking shoes. Sure, anti-venoms have been around since the 1980′s and Aussie healthcare is top-notch, but why tempt fate?
Bushfires
If you plan to camp during the late spring or summer, you need to be fire savvy. Talk to locals, and use the TV, radio, and newspapers to stay informed of any bushfire risks in your region.
Travel Insurance
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February 21st, 2011 | Tui Cameron | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Australia, hiking
Weekend Away: The New Forest
... charms. And the whole mix – ponies, landscape, villages, sea – is quite unique.
Photo by David G Steadman on flickr
Tags: England, hiking, landscape
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February 20th, 2011 | Andrea Kirkby | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: England, hiking, landscape
Hike or Bike Holbert Trail
... it is regarded as one of the best recreational destinations in the Valley.
South Mountain boasts 51 miles of primary trails for horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking for all ability levels. Mount Suppoa (not accessible to the public) reaches 2,690 feet. Dobbins Lookout, at 2,330 feet, is the highest point in the park accessible by trail or public roadway. But my favorite trail is Holbert Trail because of the many petroglyphs along the way and the opportunity to reach Dobbins Lookout.
I...
January 31st, 2011 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: hiking, outdoors and recreation, park
Hiking in Downtown Ojai
... the amazing, the food was delicious, and the hospitality way beyond expectations, there was one activity that I really thought was a bit underrated: hiking.
Ojai does have a fair bit of tourism even though it is still a bit unknown – but as I went around on some of the various trails during my weekend trip, I noticed that many of the folks on the trails were, in fact, locals. That’s a shame, because you can definitely get some great hikes in this area – Ojai is in a valley but...
January 30th, 2011 | Andy Hayes | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: hiking, outdoor recreation, top-feature, walks
Fox Glacier versus Franz Josef Glacier
... realistically this glacier is 8 miles long. It is, simply, enormous. And by spending some cash and taking the helicopter, you skip the hours of hiking and get that time on the ice instead. Don’t forget your sunscreen – I got a killer sunburn from the sun reflecting off the ice in all directions. And also, you don’t need to overdress. If it’s sunny, it will be warm up here. It’s odd, I know.
Tip: Be sure to save some time go to to the famous “mirror...
January 21st, 2011 | Andy Hayes | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: hiking, top-feature
Where Dinosaurs Roamed
... the town of Moenkopi, which is near Tuba City and on the south side of US 160.
Photo from Wikipedia
Tags: archeology, dinosaur tracks, dinosaurs, hiking, outdoor recreation, Painted Desert
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December 30th, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: archeology, dinosaur tracks, dinosaurs, hiking, outdoor recreation, Painted Desert
Hike, Bike & Camp at Usery Park
A recent addition to my list of hiking adventures in The Valley, Usery Mountain Regional Park in East Mesa offers breathtaking views of the Superstitions. One of the ten Maricopa County Parks, Usery is an outdoor enthusiasts playground with 20 different hiking trails, campgrounds, picnic ramadas, archery range and nature center.
Almost as far east as Apached Junction, Usery Park takes in 3,648 acres set at the western end of the Goldfield Mountains, adjacent to the Tonto National Forest. Elevation...
November 22nd, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: biking, desert, hiking, outdoor recreation
An Oasis in the Rim Country of Arizona
... Obama signed legislation designating Fossil Creek as a Wild and Scenic River.
Enjoy the cool waters of Fossil Creek.
Searching for the Waterfall
My hiking partner, Robin and I had heard that there is a waterfall at the end of the creek. We found a local ranger, Charlie, who led a group of us interested in seeing this waterfall. We started at the main parking lot and walked about ¼ mile back up the main road that you drove on and found the trail that started the trek down to the creek and the...
August 25th, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: featuredarticle, hiking, outdoor recreation, swimming
Day Trips that Make a Splash
... way to beat the heat with a cool dip in a mountain stream.
Photos courtesy of flickr – wet beaver creek, hell’s gate
Tags: featuredarticle, hiking, Outdoors & Recreation, swimming
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August 3rd, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: featuredarticle, hiking, Outdoors & Recreation, swimming
A Sedona Hike Popular Year Round
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August 2nd, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: featuredphoto, hiking, Outdoors & Recreation, Sedona
Cool Trails to Beat the Heat
... a quick day trip that offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities including amazing hikes along the Mogollon Rim. Here are a few perfect hiking spots right outside of Payson (map) that offer something for everyone from Fido to junior.
Wildcat Spring Trail
3 miles roundtrip
6,900 – 7,100 feet elevation
Described as “Arizona’s Rain Forest” this trail with it’s overgrown ferns and lavish foliage explores an idyllic high-country ravine. A short and easy hike that is great for...
July 26th, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: featuredarticle, hiking, Outdoors & Recreation
Hiking Ka’au Crater
... you started your journey right in town.
This is not the kind of hike for the faint-hearted, and you should set aside at least 5 hours if you plan on hiking all the way to the summit and back. Camping is possible near the summit in a clearing amid ironwood trees.
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July 25th, 2010 | byun | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: featuredarticle, hiking
Finger Lakes’ Lifepath Spa: A Total Experience
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July 22nd, 2010 | Andy Hayes | Read More | Comments: 3Filed under: hiking, outdoors, scenic view, spa, top-feature
Follow in the Footsteps of Arizona’s First Natives
... that people who aren’t even looking for them find them. A student from the University of Arizona found the first-ever Sonorasaurus fossil while hiking in a remote canyon in Southeastern Arizona.
You can find an active “Dino dig” at almost any place in the state. And lucky for us Arizona museums are now making it a priority to keep the state’s fossil finds for local museums. Visit the Arizona Museum of Natural History to learn about architechtural digs that are scheduled around the Southwest.
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July 20th, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: archeology, dinosaurs, hiking, outdoor recreation
The Best of Canandaigua
... Imagine Moore (map).
Over the River and Through the Woods
Last but certainly not least, the area around Canandaigua Lake is prime real estate for hiking, walking, biking, or finding a nice place to sit and enjoy the fresh air. We’d be here for days if I tried to mention every path or trail, but a few really jumped out at me as must-mentions:
Ontario Pathways: This is a disused railway line that has been turned into a wonderful walking trail. Very flat and easy underfoot – with...
July 17th, 2010 | Andy Hayes | Read More | Comments: 6Filed under: food, hiking, outdoors, small town, top-feature
Seattle Day Trip: Mud Mountain Dam
... a little bit of luck, but bring your binoculars and you may be fortunate to get a glimpse of some of these native creatures.
There are trails for hiking and mountain biking, including a nature trail that begins at the upper viewing deck and ends at the lower viewing deck, about a quarter mile down the canyon wall. It’s one ambitious hike, but from the lower platform is a great spot for photographing the dam. The three and a half mile Rim Trail and the six and a half equestrian trail are...
July 5th, 2010 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: day trip, family fun, featuredarticle, hiking, outdoor recreation, picnic
Edinburgh Outdoors: The Pentlands
... Pentland Hills are just on the outskirts of the city, and are the perfect place for visitors who want to stretch their legs and get some quality hiking in without having to travel long distances. They’re particularly well placed for visitors who don’t have a car as well, and with a number of trails, you can visit a number of times and not cross the same tracks twice – the range is about 20 miles long and the park itself covers about 55 square miles. From city water reservoirs to...
June 21st, 2010 | Andy Hayes | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: hiking, outdoors, top-feature
Photo Friday: Camelback Mountain
The ultimate in urban hiking, Camelback Mountain is a prominent landmark in Phoenix. It divides Phoenix from the town of Paradise Valley and depicts a gigantic resting camel that stands guard as if to protect the Valley of the Sun.
Hohokam Indians settled the area only to mysteriously disappear over a thousand years ago. They left behind evidence of their existence including a ceremonial cave discovered on the north side of Camelback. This ancient religious site today motivates many to refer to...
June 4th, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: hiking, outdoor activities
Photo Friday: Hiking Morningstar Mill
... is comprised of a working grist mill, a saw mill and blacksmith shop. Not only are the mills open for free tours, but there are some pretty great hiking trails surrounding the site. As you descend farther down into the forest, you will come across small lakes with rope swings, and if you go follow the river far enough, you’ll come across a huge waterfall that you can swim under. It is absolutely one of my favourite places in the Region.
Photo Credits: Megan Pasche
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May 28th, 2010 | Megan Pasche | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: hiking, Morningstar Mill, photo friday
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