Today we're in Yosemite National Park enjoying Olmsted Point along Tioga Road. We'll check out views of Half Dome, Clouds Rest, and Tenaya Lake from multiple overlooks, including a bonus hike.

California, Hiking, Mountains, National Parks, YosemiteDawn MarieJuly 4, 2022yosemite, yosemite national park, tioga pass, half dome, olmsted pointComment

Hospital Rock - Sequoia National Park

Today we're in Sequoia National Park along Generals Highway exploring Hospital Rock, an ancient Native American site with pictographs from centuries ago. We'll also check out bedrock mortars and take the short hike down to the Kaweah River.

Tenaya Lake - Yosemite National Park

Today we're hiking around Tenaya Lake, the largest lake in Yosemite National Park. This high altitude lake off Tioga Road offers stunning reflections of the surrounding granite peaks, and is open to swimming, kayaking, and picnicking.

California, Forest, Hiking, Mountains, National Parks, YosemiteDawn MarieJune 6, 2022yosemite, yosemite national park, national park, tenaya, tenaya lake, lake, tioga pass, californiaComment

West Thumb Geyser Basin - Yellowstone National Park

Today we're taking a sunrise hike along the boardwalk trail at West Thumb Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park. We'll encounter all types of hydrothermal activity here, including pools, mud pots, steam vents, and geysers.

Hiking, National Parks, Wyoming, YellowstoneDawn MarieMay 30, 2022yellowstone, national park, west thumb, west thumb geyser basin, geyser basin, geysers, geothermal, hydrothermal, yellowstone lake, wyoming, hiking, trailsComment

Tunnel Rock - Sequoia National Park

Today we're climbing up on top of Tunnel Rock in Sequoia National Park in California. Generals Highway once passed under this giant boulder, which was tunneled out by the Civilian Conservation Corps back in the 1930s.

California, Mountains, National Parks, SequoiaDawn MarieMay 23, 2022sequoia, sequoia national park, tunnel, tunnel rock, generals highway, california, sierra nevadas, roadtrip, mountainsComment

Lower Chilnualna Falls - Yosemite National Park

This week we're exploring a lesser known waterfall in Yosemite National Park found near the small town of Wawona, California. Chilnualna Falls is made of five large drops over giant granite formations above the Wawona basin, and today we'll be hiking the short trail to the lower section.

California, Forest, Hiking, Mountains, National Parks, YosemiteDawn MarieMay 16, 2022chilnualna, chilnualna falls, lower chilnualna falls, wawona, yosemite, yosemite national park, national park, hiking, trails, waterfall, waterfallsComment

Congress Trail - Sequoia National Park

Today we're hiking up in the Sierra Nevada Mountains along the Congress Trail in Sequoia National Park to some of the world's largest trees. We'll start at the famous General Sherman Tree and then escape the crowds to see many more giant sequoias. We'll enjoy The President Tree, The House Group, The Senate Group, the Lincoln Tree, and even an old log cabin.

Darwin Falls - Death Valley National Park

Today we're hiking the trail to a hidden waterfall oasis in Death Valley National Park. Darwin Falls is comprised of an upper and lower falls, and it's a great spot to visit when entering the park on the west side near Panamint Springs Resort.

Top 9 Hikes in California National Parks

Today we're taking a look at 9 of my favorite hikes in each of the 9 national parks found in California. I'm also including the top 5 trails in each park to equip you as you head out on your next adventure. Join me as we head out to Yosemite, Redwood, Sequoia, Kings Canyon, Lassen Volcanic, Death Valley, Channel Islands, Pinnacles, and Joshua Tree.

Wildcat Falls & The Cascades - Yosemite National Park

Today we're exploring two lesser known waterfalls in Yosemite National Park near the El Portal Arch Rock Entrance. Wildcat Falls and Cascade Falls are a series of waterfalls that plunge into the Merced Gorge, and can be viewed with minimal hiking.

California, Forest, Hiking, Mountains, National Parks, YosemiteDawn MarieApril 11, 2022waterfalls, waterfall, yosemite, yosemite valley, yosemite national park, national parks, national park, california, el portal, hikingComment

Devils Golf Course - Death Valley National Park

Today we're heading out to the Death Valley National Park salt pan to explore Devils Golf Course. The ancient waters of Lake Manly once covered this basin, leaving behind this truly unique terrain.

California, Death Valley, Desert, National ParksDawn MarieMarch 28, 2022death valley, california, central california, desert, california desert, badwater, badwater basin, national park, national parks, national park service Comment

Salt Creek - Death Valley National Park

Today we're strolling along the easy boardwalk hike to find pupfish at Salt Creek Interpretive Trail in Death Valley National Park. These fish have survived the harsh desert conditions for centuries, and they only come out for a limited time during the Spring season.

California, Desert, Hiking, National Parks, Death ValleyDawn MarieMarch 7, 2022death valley, desert, salt creek, hiking, fish, california, national park, national parksComment

Old Faithful & Upper Geyser Basin - Yellowstone National Park

This week we're celebrating the 150th birthday of Yellowstone National Park by visiting the Upper Geyser Basin. We'll see Old Faithful and Daisy Geyser erupt, and explore other hydrothermal features like the Morning Glory Pool and the Castle Geyser.

Hiking, National Parks, Wyoming, YellowstoneDawn MarieFebruary 28, 2022yellowstone, old faithful, upper geyser basin, wyoming, national park, national parks, geysers, hydrothermal, geothermalComment

Top 12 Yosemite Spots in Winter

This week we're in Yosemite National Park exploring my favorite spots for a Winter visit. We'll enjoy the yearly Firefall phenomenon, hike up to Lower Yosemite Falls, enjoy a sunrise at Tunnel View, and so much more.

Zabriskie Point - Death Valley National Park

Today we're in Death Valley National Park, enjoying one of the most popular overlooks in the park...welcome to Zabriskie Point! This viewpoint is great for sunrise and sunset, and boasts views of unique badlands formations, the valley, and the Panamint Mountain Range.

California, Death Valley, Desert, Hiking, National ParksDawn MarieFebruary 7, 2022zabriskie point, death valley, national park, national parks, national park service, overlook, desert, california, badlands, hiking, trailsComment

Barker Dam Trail - Joshua Tree National Park

Today we're taking the easy hike along the Barker Dam Trail Loop inside Joshua Tree National Park. We'll explore rock formations, a historic dam, and Native American petroglyphs from thousands of years ago.

Best Rock Formations - Joshua Tree National Park

This week we're exploring some of the most incredible rock formations in Joshua Tree National park. Join me as we head out on over half a dozen epic Joshua Tree hikes to discover some otherworldly formations.

Valley View Visitor’s Guide - Yosemite National Park

Valley View in Yosemite National Park is a great stop in any season. Today we'll see what it looks like in WInter and Summer as we enjoy views of El Capitan, Bridalveil Fall, and the Merced River in the Yosemite Valley.

California, Mountains, National Parks, YosemiteDawn MarieJanuary 10, 2022yosemite, yosemite national park, valley view, viewpoint, merced river, el capitan, bridalveil fall, winter, snowComment

Grand Prismatic Spring - Yellowstone National Park

Today we're exploring the Midway Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park, which is home to Grand Prismatic Spring, the largest hot spring in North America. We'll walk the boardwalk and get up close to the steaming springs and pools, as well as take the short hike up to the overlook for some great views of this geothermal wonder.

Hiking, National Parks, Wyoming, YellowstoneDawn MarieDecember 27, 2021grand prismatic, yellowstone, national park, national parks, geothermal, hydrothermal, hot springs, wyomingComment

Keys View - Joshua Tree National Park

Today we're driving up to one of the few overlooks in Joshua Tree National Park. Keys View has beautiful panoramic views of Palm Springs, the San Andreas Fault, the Salton Sea, and the Coachella Valley.