Hike through Ashcroft Ghost Town near Aspen for alpine views, mining history, wildlife sightings, and the possibility of a fresh spring snowfall.
Download a free 9-page itinerary for outdoor adventure near San Francisco. Hikes, coastal views, wildlife, and travel tips for Northern California.
Experience the rugged beauty of the Point Reyes Headlands: Drakes Beach, Chimney Rock Trail, the historic lighthouse & abundant wildlife.
Get lost on the Tomales Point Trail, Point Reyes National Seashore. Dramatic cliffs, ocean views, Tule Elk, sea coast birds and peace of mind.
Explore Golden Gate Bridge National Recreation Area, a vast urban park spanning San Francisco and Marin County, with coastal trails, historic landmarks, and iconic views beyond the bridge.
Discover Muir Woods National Monument near San Francisco, with towering redwoods, hiking trails, and a peaceful escape into nature.
Hike to Alamere Falls in Point Reyes National Seashore, a rare tidefall reached by a long coastal day hike where forests, cliffs, beaches, and the space between effort and awe meet.
Explore Skyline Wilderness Park in Napa Valley—scenic hiking trails, lake views, mountain ridges, wildlife, and quiet escapes beyond the vineyards.
Kid-friendly hiking gear and tips to make outdoor adventures safe, fun, and memorable for families exploring parks and trails.
Join me on La Via di Francesco — a pilgrimage of faith, adventure, and transformation. Read my story and walk the Way of Francis with me.
The scenic reroute of the Mason Dixon Trail through the Robert A. Kinsley Nature Preserve (formerly Hellam Hills).
Marys Rock is a spectacular summit with huge views of the Shenandoah region. Read about lore, history and 2 hiking paths to the top.