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  • Bend to Crater Lake
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    Bend to Crater Lake National Park Road Trip

    December 3, 2024 /

    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, pristine lakes bordering the byway, and of course, stunning hikes surrounding the deepest lake in the United States - Crater Lake. A Bend to Crater Lake road trip is a must for your Oregon Bucket List.

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    Yosemite to Lake Tahoe Road Trip

    Yosemite to Lake Tahoe Road Trip

    March 21, 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
    Yosemite Falls on the 4 Day Yosemite Itinerary

    The Ultimate 4 Day Yosemite Itinerary

    May 25, 2023
  • Road Trips

    Best Weekend Trips from Phoenix, Arizona

    December 17, 2023 /

    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 starting point to check out some of the best of America’s southwest. There are many hot spot destinations within an hour to six hours of Phoenix. Buckle up because it’s time to plan your weekend road trips! Map of Weekend Trips from Phoenix Grand Canyon National Park 4 hours north Did you really visit Arizona if you didn’t visit the Grand Canyon?! I’m just kidding, but seriously – it’s one of the 7 natural wonders of the world and there’s…

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    Bend to Crater Lake

    Bend to Crater Lake National Park Road Trip

    December 3, 2024
    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
    Yosemite Falls on the 4 Day Yosemite Itinerary

    The Ultimate 4 Day Yosemite Itinerary

    May 25, 2023
  • 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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    Solo Woman Hiking at North Fork of Big Pine

    Solo Hiking Tips; How to Start Hiking Alone

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

    Laguna de Los Tres Hike in El Chalten

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

    The Ultimate 4 Day Yosemite Itinerary

    May 25, 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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    Backpacking for Beginners; Planning Your First Backpacking Trip

    February 10, 2023

    Road Trip to Joshua Tree National Park from Los Angeles

    January 1, 2024
    Bend to Crater Lake

    Bend to Crater Lake National Park Road Trip

    December 3, 2024
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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    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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