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Zion National Park, Utah

One of the most beautiful National Parks I have ever seen. Zion National Park is a Southwest Utah nature preserve distinguished by Zion Canyon’s steep red cliffs. Find yourself surrounded by 2000 ft. reddish tan walls that make up some of the tallest sandstone cliffs in the world. It is absolutely breathtaking.

Red Rock Canyon, Nevada

Red Rock Canyon is known for it’s amazing rock formations. I was in awe of the vivid colors of the rocks. Turtlehead peak and Icebox trail are two of my favorite trails in this park.

Death Valley National Park, California

I had no idea how beautiful this National Park is, I’m still in awe… 3 million acres of beauty that will blow your mind. Mosaic Canyon is one of my favorite spots to hike in Death Valley. Walking into this canyon was like walking into a museum. One of the first National parks I visited this year was Death Valley National Park. Three million acres of mind blowing beauty. It felt like walking on another planet.

Started the morning off hiking a 5.8 mile loop at Golden Canyon to Gower Gulch, walking through a rocky corridor of towering golden walls. From there took a short drive to Badwater Basin Salt Flats. This is the lowest point in North America and the United States with a depth of 282 ft below sea level. We stopped at Devils Golf course, Artists Pallet, Zabriskie Point and ended the day with a spectacular sunset at Dante’s View.

Day two hiked through Mosaic Canyon walled with marbleized rocks, which was my absolute favorite hike, especially through the narrows, ending at a unique dry fall. This hike was about 3.5 miles round trip. We ended the day catching the sunset at the Mesquite Dunes at Stovepipe Wells.

Day three hit Sidewinder Canyon off of Badwater Road and explored through the slots for a few hours before heading home.

It was a short but sweet trip. Definitely looking forward to going back and adventuring more!

Joshua Tree National Park, California

This desert is home to an impressive number of plant species. This is one of the most unique spots I have visited. The hiking trails here are incredible. Ryan’s Mountain has some incredible views.

Ryan’s mountain was the 1st morning hike at this beautiful park. It was about 3 miles total up and back. The 360 views from the top were absolutely amazing. I thinks that this was a great hike to start off with early in the morning because it leaves you with plenty more time to explore other trails that are further in, and if you can get up to watch the sunrise, even better!

After Ryan’s Mountain go check out Split Rock (1.9) mile loop and Skull Rock to see the amazing rock formations.

Camp at Black Rock Canyon just outside of Joshua Tree and hike the Panoramic Loop (6.4 miles)

Be sure to bring plenty on water for your journey. There’s not much available on the trails.

Hiking California

I began my hiking journey back in 2016. I found it very therapeutic and immediately fell in love as it helped me sort through some very difficult times. I began to notice it had a very destressing affect on my everyday life. It strengthened me, not only physically, but mentally and emotionally. It brought balance to my life and provided me healing on all levels. I hike these trails regularly as they continue to keep me grounded.

Trails in my Backyard

Big Bear, California

Take me to the mountains! Big Bear is my home away from home, my happy place. Cougar Crest and Sugar Loaf Mountain are my favorite trails to hike in Big Bear.

Cougar Crest is a 5 mile hike that offers amazing views of Big Bear Lake with the option to go further up to Bertha Peak. I highly recommend this one if you visit Big Bear any time of the year.

Sugar Loaf Mountain is a gorgeous hike that I love doing in the winter. This 11.5 mile hike is a nice steady incline out and back with beauty all around. Make sure you wear a good solid mountaineer boot with good traction and micro spikes if there is a lot of snow.

Laguna Wilderness Trails, California

Laguna Wilderness, one of my top favorite spots to do my daily hikes. These trails offer fantastic coastal views and a nice ocean breeze. There is a variety of trails that loop. Whether you are wanting to hike the ridge or adventure down in the canton or both, your are in for a treat!

I like to start in Laguna Canyon at the Willow trailhead or Big Bend. If your wanting a challenge hill, then take Bommer Ridge up to Moro Ridge toward Crystal Cove State Beach, or start in Newport Coast at Coastal Peak Park and head towards the ocean on No Name Trail down to Moro Canyon and back up the Elevator trail. A great workout with amazing views.

Aliso and Aliso Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, California

Aliso Wood Canyon is my weekly go to, as it offers a variety of trails that take you up to Top of the World. Love those ocean views! This is a perfect place for beginners, but also for moderate to hard hikes, depending on which loop you choose. Starting at Canyon Vista park, you can take the Wood Canyon Trail, to a variety of trails that take you to the top. Or you can choose to stay in the canyon, among the shady trees. My personal favorites Car Wreck, to West Ridge, Mentally Sensitive and Meadows. Coyote Run is another fun trail that takes you up Rock it Trail to West Ridge. These trails connect so you can lengthen or shorten your adventure if you would like, depending on how much you want to explore.

California Peaks

Santiago Peak, California

I have summited this peak twice and it was pretty epic. The views of Orange County are spectacular from the top. I grew up staring at Saddleback Mountain from my yard imagining how incredible the views must be up there.

I finally did this hike a couple years ago starting in Modjeska Canyon from Harding Truck Trail. Little did I know the hike was a total of 27 miles round trip and would take 12 hours. It was a tough hike but incredibly rewarding. Months later I found that there was another route that I could hike up to the peak that was shorter but with more incline (about 16 miles round trip). I always welcome a good challenge and I was so excited to get back up there. I started at Trabuco Canyon Rd and took the Cadillac trailhead up to Old Camp/Joplin trail and then up to the peak. Joplin trail was absolutely gorgeous with lush green trees and creeks. It was definitely one of my favorite trails. The journey back up there was rewarding in every way mentally and spiritually, and I am truly thankful for the experience.

Cucamonga Peak, California

With one of the coolest summits in the San Gabriel Mountains, the Cucamonga Peak hike is a favorite starting at Icehouse Canyon. Cucamonga Peak, at 8,862 feet, has spectacular views of LA and surrounding peaks. The climb is tough but worth it. The scenery and views are awesome, and the crowds aren’t as bad as Mount Baldy. You might even see some bighorn sheep! Elevation gain on this hike is 4313 ft, and roughly about 12 miles, depending where you start.