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  • Yosemite Falls on the 4 Day Yosemite Itinerary
    Hiking,  Road Trips

    The Ultimate 4 Day Yosemite Itinerary

    May 25, 2023 /

    Steep granite walls, pristine alpine lakes, rushing waterfalls dropping over 2,000 feet, walks among old-growth trees, and swift-moving rivers. Yosemite National Park is a bucket list destination for anyone who visits California and one of the most popular national parks in the United States. It’s a hiker’s paradise, a photographer’s dream. After spending over 6 years guiding and recreating in Yosemite National Park, I’ve explored far beyond the park highlights. Use this 4 Day Yosemite itinerary to plan the best trip you can imagine. Whether you’re an avid hiker, enjoy a gentle stroll through meadows, or appreciate long scenic drives, Yosemite National Park offers experiences for everyone. How Many Days…

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    April 10, 2023
    Diablo Lake Vista Point on a Seattle to North Cascades National Park road trip

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    May 29, 2023
    Backpacking Kauai. Kalalau Trail, Napali Coast, Hawaii

    Backpacking Kauai: Napali Coast to Kalalau Beach

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  • Highway 395 from Mammoth Lakes to Yosemite
    Hiking,  Road Trips

    Mammoth Lakes to Yosemite Road Trip

    April 3, 2023 /

    The Mammoth Lakes to Yosemite drive is one of the most beautiful you can take in the Sierra. You’ll pass over California’s highest drivable pass, Tioga Pass, at 9,945 feet. Not only that but the views of the High Sierra peaks along Highway 395 are stunning. From Mammoth Lakes to Yosemite National Park there are many scenic vistas and hikes to explore along the way. How Far is Mammoth Lakes from Yosemite? When Tioga Pass is open during the summer, Mammoth Lakes to Yosemite’s east entrance is about an hour’s drive. The distance from Mammoth Lakes to Yosemite Valley via Tioga Pass is about 2.5 hours. Tioga Pass is only accessible when…

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    Backpacking for Beginners; Planning Your First Backpacking Trip

    February 10, 2023
    Stunning views on the Salkantay Trek without a guide

    Hiking the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Without a Guide

    April 10, 2023
    Laguna de Los Tres with views of Mount Fitz Roy

    Laguna de Los Tres Hike in El Chalten

    April 16, 2023
  • Yosemite to Lake Tahoe Road Trip
    Hiking,  Road Trips

    Yosemite to Lake Tahoe Road Trip

    March 21, 2023 /

    Plan the ultimate Yosemite to Lake Tahoe Road Trip. With hot spots to local favorites, this guide will help you plan a bucket list road trip.

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    Garnet Lake one of the best hikes in Mammoth Lakes

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    April 9, 2023

    Backpacking for Beginners; Planning Your First Backpacking Trip

    February 10, 2023
    Laguna de Los Tres with views of Mount Fitz Roy

    Laguna de Los Tres Hike in El Chalten

    April 16, 2023
  • Delicate Arch, a can't miss spot on a Utah National Parks Road Trip
    Hiking,  Road Trips

    Utah National Parks Road Trip Itinerary

    March 9, 2023 /

    Steep canyons, rushing rivers, narrow gorges, towering hoodoos, and large arches span Utah’s rugged sandstone landscape. Hues of red, orange, pink, and white create unique geological formations. A Utah National Parks road trip is a spectacular bucket list adventure. I’ve spent a lot of time over the past few years road-tripping and hiking through Utah’s National Parks. The striking scenery always leaves me speechless. And if you’re road-tripping solo, there are a lot of first-time-friendly solo hikes in Utah. From my top hiking recommendations to transport around the parks, here are all of my tips to help you plan the ultimate Utah National Parks road trip. Utah National Parks Road…

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    Solo Hiking Tips; How to Start Hiking Alone

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    Laguna de Los Tres with views of Mount Fitz Roy

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    April 16, 2023
    Yosemite Falls on the 4 Day Yosemite Itinerary

    The Ultimate 4 Day Yosemite Itinerary

    May 25, 2023
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Nicole Jordan hiking and backpacking guide

Nicole Jordan

Backpacking Guide, International Trip Leader, Writer, Photographer, Avid Adventurer & Guacamole Connoisseur

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    Bend to Crater Lake National Park Road Trip
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  • Lake Titicaca from the shores of Copacabana, Bolivia
    Exploring Lake Titicaca in Copacabana, Bolivia
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