california
California here is mostly about road trips: coastal drives, Lake Tahoe summer days, and the kind of multi-stop planning that leaves room for detours.
This archive currently includes 5 posts for california.
A First-Timer's Guide to Visiting Yosemite National Park
Plan your first Yosemite trip with the best time to visit, where to stay, hikes, Glacier Point, a packing list, permits, dog rules, and practical tips.
Trail Review: Half Dome in Yosemite
My Half Dome trail review, from permit planning and training to the Mist Trail, Sub Dome, cables, summit, gear, and the hike back down.
Destination Guide: Lake Tahoe in Summer
My summer Lake Tahoe trip: paddleboarding Secret Cove and Chimney Beach, hiking Granite Lake to Maggie's Peak, Sand Harbor, and dog-friendly stops.
Trip Review: My Solo Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip
My solo Pacific Coast Highway road trip through California, with route ideas, favorite stops, and practical notes for planning the drive.
Travel Itinerary: One Week in Southern California
My one-week Southern California itinerary split between San Diego and Los Angeles, with beach-hopping stops in San Clemente, Newport, and Huntington.