Nathan’s Summer of ’22 Plans

Spring has sprung, and that means that summer is right around the corner!  For those who know me, it probably comes as no surprise that I’ll be taking a big hiking trip this summer.  The focus for this summer will be the West Coast, and I’ll be spending all of my time in California, Oregon, and Washington! With under a month until summer, I am in the final stages of planning and finalizing my summer of 2022 road trip, and...

Trip Report: Lexington Reservoir To Priest Rock

Looking for some good vertical gain on a bluebird spring day, I found my way back to a trail I had already done before.  Leaving from Lexington Reservoir County Park and heading into Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve, the hike to Priest Rock would give some legitimate elevation gain in a relatively short, and very accessible trail! There are a whole bunch of ways to reach the viewpoint at Priest Rock.  You can take the Priest Rock Trail, the Limekiln...

Hiking The Buzzards Roost Trail In Big Sur

Located in a stunning valley within Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, the hike to Buzzards Roost is a short leg burner of a hike!  With over 800 vertical feet of climbing in a bit over a mile one way, this is one of the steeper short hikes you are going to find! Starting in the Redwoods and climbing to an elevated viewpoint with vistas of the Pacific, this trail really makes you work for its final destination.  If you’re driving...

Big Sur: Hiking The Stunning Pfeiffer Falls Trail!

Located in the iconic Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, the short loop hike on the Pfeiffer Falls Trail and the Valley View Overlook Trail is one of the absolute gems of Big Sur.  At just under 2.5 miles, this hike may be short, but the quality and diversity of trails and views makes this trail a true great! Beginning on the Pfeiffer Falls Trail, you will begin with a walk through a Redwood filled canyon as you make your way...

Hiking Big Sur: The Tanbark Trail To The Tin House

Located in the same park as the fabled McWay Falls, the Tanbark Trail provides much more adventure without the Big Sur crowds!  Climbing more than 2,000 vertical feet above the vivid blue waters of the Pacific, this trail takes you on a Redwood filled adventure to the ruins of a fabled old metal structure, on the way providing big time views, and idyllic canyon environments! Located a bit more than 35 miles south of Carmel, this hike is far enough...