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  • Nicole Jordan standing in front of giant sequoias on the Majestic Mountain Loop Yosemite to Sequoia National Park road trip
    Hiking,  Road Trips

    Yosemite to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Road Trip

    August 31, 2023 /

    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 the Majestic Mountain Loop, you’ll find yourself wandering among the giant sequoias, winding your way through the vast landscapes of Kings Canyon, then admiring the glacier-carved granite valley of Yosemite National Park. For the past six years, I’ve guided backpacking and camping trips throughout these parks. Here are some of my favorite spots to explore and all the details you need to plan your Yosemite to Sequoia National Park trip! What is the distance from Yosemite to Sequoia National Park? The drive…

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    Nicole Jordan

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    January 1, 2024
    Prickly pear cactus looking out on Courthouse Butte on an easy hike in Sedona, Arizona

    8 Easy Hikes in Sedona, Arizona

    December 16, 2023

    Trekking Cerro Castillo Circuit

    April 10, 2023
  • 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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    Road Trip to Joshua Tree National Park from Los Angeles

    January 1, 2024
    Garnet Lake one of the best hikes in Mammoth Lakes

    Best Hikes in Mammoth Lakes

    April 9, 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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    April 16, 2023
    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
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
  • Backpacking Kauai. Kalalau Trail, Napali Coast, Hawaii
    Backpacking Kauai: Napali Coast to Kalalau Beach
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    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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