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Bend to Crater Lake National Park Road Trip

The drive from Bend to Crater Lake National Park via Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway is one of the most beautiful road trips in Oregon. Breathtaking views of the Cascade volcanoes,…

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Backpacking Kauai: Napali Coast to Kalalau Beach

With more than 250 nights of backcountry wilderness camping under my belt, it means a lot when I say that camping at Kalalau Beach is one of my favorite places…

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Salar de Uyuni Night Stargazing Tour

It’s 3 am. It’s dark and cold. You’re moseying through calf-deep water in rain boots across some salt flats you were told you MUST visit while traveling in Bolivia. You look up…

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Exploring Lake Titicaca in Copacabana, Bolivia

The quaint town of Copacabana, Bolivia is a hidden gem nestled along the shores of Lake Titicaca. Explore ancient Incan heritage, indulge in traditional Bolivian cuisine, take a peaceful lakeside…

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Road Trip to Joshua Tree National Park from Los Angeles

Replace bustling traffic and city lights with tranquil desert scenery where the Milky Way lights the night sky and where your biggest roadblock is a desert tortoise crossing. A road…

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Best Weekend Trips from Phoenix, Arizona

Whether you’re visiting the city, just moved into town, or you’re a long-time local, most people are surprised to learn about all the different weekend trips from Phoenix. Phoenix is a great…

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8 Easy Hikes in Sedona, Arizona

With red sandstone buttes, spires, and mesa rock formations filling the scenery and mountains spanning the horizon, it’s no wonder Sedona is such a special destination. Luckily, due to the…

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Yosemite to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Road Trip

If you’re looking for the ultimate way to explore California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, then a Yosemite to Sequoia National Park road trip is a bucket list adventure. Also known as…

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21 Breathtaking Lake Tahoe Hiking Trails

From the crystal blue waters on the east shore to the high alpine lakes in Desolation Wilderness near the west shore to gentle meadow strolls in the north to high…

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Seattle to North Cascades National Park Road Trip

With glacier-capped mountains, lush green forests, and vast blue-green lakes, it’s no wonder why the North Cascades are known as the American Alps! And despite their immense beauty, the North…

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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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    Nicole Jordan

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    Bend to Crater Lake

    Bend to Crater Lake National Park Road Trip

    December 3, 2024

    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
    Hiking,  International

    Laguna de Los Tres Hike in El Chalten

    April 16, 2023 /

    Trekking Laguna de Los Tres in El Chalten is a Patagonia bucket list adventure. The iconic views of Mount Fitz Roy towering high above Los Glaciares National Park make this one of the most popular hikes in Argentinian Patagonia if not all of South America! The hike up to Laguna de Los Tres starts in the town of El Chalten, climbs through a desert-like landscape overlooking a glacially carved valley where Las Vueltas River flows through, then climbs up into the rocky alpine. From the lake not only will you see Fitz Roy and surrounding peaks but also views of the Piedras Blancas Glacier.

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    Nicole Jordan

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    Diablo Lake Vista Point on a Seattle to North Cascades National Park road trip

    Seattle to North Cascades National Park Road Trip

    May 29, 2023
    Stunning views on the Salkantay Trek without a guide

    Hiking the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Without a Guide

    April 10, 2023
    Garnet Lake one of the best hikes in Mammoth Lakes

    Best Hikes in Mammoth Lakes

    April 9, 2023
  • Stunning views on the Salkantay Trek without a guide
    Backpacking,  Hiking,  International

    Hiking the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Without a Guide

    April 10, 2023 /

    Want to hike the Salkantay Trek without a guide? Learn everything you need to know from booking to following the trail in this guide.

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    Nicole Jordan

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    Trekking Cerro Castillo Circuit

    April 10, 2023
    Backpacking Kauai. Kalalau Trail, Napali Coast, Hawaii

    Backpacking Kauai: Napali Coast to Kalalau Beach

    February 23, 2024

    Backpacking for Beginners; Planning Your First Backpacking Trip

    February 10, 2023
  • Backpacking,  Hiking,  International

    Trekking Cerro Castillo Circuit

    April 10, 2023 /

    The complete guide to trekking Cerro Castillo Circuit in Patagonia. From packing, prep, to hitting the trail.

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    Nicole Jordan

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    Stunning views on the Salkantay Trek without a guide

    Hiking the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Without a Guide

    April 10, 2023
    Backpacking Kauai. Kalalau Trail, Napali Coast, Hawaii

    Backpacking Kauai: Napali Coast to Kalalau Beach

    February 23, 2024

    Backpacking for Beginners; Planning Your First Backpacking Trip

    February 10, 2023
  • Garnet Lake one of the best hikes in Mammoth Lakes
    Hiking

    Best Hikes in Mammoth Lakes

    April 9, 2023 /

    Mammoth Lakes is home to dense pine forests, large granite cliffs, pristine alpine lakes, and unique volcanic geology. With such diverse landscapes, there is plenty to explore. The best hikes in Mammoth Lakes range from short day hikes to crystal clear lakes to multi-day trips spent in the backcountry. As a backpacking guide based out of Mammoth Lakes and an avid explorer on my days off, these are some of the best hikes in Mammoth Lakes that I’ve come across! Where is Mammoth Lakes? Mammoth Lakes is located on the east side of the Sierra Nevada mountains in California. It’s about a 6-hour drive from Los Angeles and a 5-hour…

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    Nicole Jordan

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    Stunning views on the Salkantay Trek without a guide

    Hiking the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Without a Guide

    April 10, 2023
    Nicole Jordan standing in front of giant sequoias on the Majestic Mountain Loop Yosemite to Sequoia National Park road trip

    Yosemite to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Road Trip

    August 31, 2023

    Road Trip to Joshua Tree National Park from Los Angeles

    January 1, 2024
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Nicole Jordan hiking and backpacking guide

Nicole Jordan

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

  • Bend to Crater Lake
    Bend to Crater Lake National Park Road Trip
  • Backpacking Kauai. Kalalau Trail, Napali Coast, Hawaii
    Backpacking Kauai: Napali Coast to Kalalau Beach
  • Salar de Uyuni Night stargazing tour in Bolivia, Nicole Jordan
    Salar de Uyuni Night Stargazing Tour
  • Lake Titicaca from the shores of Copacabana, Bolivia
    Exploring Lake Titicaca in Copacabana, Bolivia
  • Road Trip to Joshua Tree National Park from Los Angeles

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