Category: Destinations & Hikes

October 21, 2024

Broken Top Hike: Summiting Broken Top via Green Lakes Trail

Summiting Broken Top is absolutely epic. It’s spellbinding in itself to drive around Bend, Oregon, admiring the Cascade Mountain Range from the ground, but it’s a completely different, intoxicating experience to witness the mountains from

February 8, 2024

Hiking Black Butte Trail Near Sisters, Oregon

Black Butte Trail is a challenging hike that takes adventurous trail-goers to one of the most stunning viewpoints in all of Central Oregon. Located just outside the charming town of Sisters, Black Butte Trail offers

February 8, 2024

Hiking Pilot Butte Trail in Bend, Oregon

Hiking Pilot Butte Trail is somewhat of a rite of passage for both Bend residents and visitors. Located in the heart of Bend, the trail leads hikers to a stunning scenic viewpoint over the city.

January 31, 2024

Adventuring to Jefferson View Shelter in Sisters, Oregon

Looking for winter wonderland views that make you stop in your tracks and say, “Daaangg”? Then it’s time to plan an adventure to Jefferson View Shelter in Sisters, Oregon. As a winter romanticizer myself, I’ve

September 27, 2023

South Sister Summit: Challenging (But Worth It!) Hike in Bend, OR

The South Sister Summit has a reputation that proceeds it. Is it worth the challenge? That’s the question we were looking to answer when we landed our South Sister Trail permit. The hike up South

August 24, 2023

Green Lakes Trail: Stunning Hike in Bend, Oregon

Green Lakes Trail is the best hike near Bend, Oregon if you ask me. Not only is the trail itself enchanting, but it’s the perfect launching point for those looking to summit nearby South Sister

July 24, 2023

10 Epic Valley of Fire Hikes You Can’t-Miss

Nestled in the heart of the Mojave Desert lies several very highly underrated Valley of Fire hikes you can’t miss. The Valley of Fire State Park boasts awe-inspiring red sandstone formations, ancient petroglyphs, and breathtaking

July 19, 2023

Fire Wave Trail: Must-Do Hike in the Valley of Fire State Park

The Fire Wave Trail is a stunning hike located in the Valley of Fire State Park. The Valley of Fire is a bit of a hidden gem and is often overlooked for Utah’s nearby Mighty

July 19, 2023

White Domes Trail: Unique Hike in the Valley of Fire State Park

The White Domes Trail is one of our favorite trails in the Valley of Fire State Park. Over the last couple of years we have spent months adventuring around the U.S. Southwest and only just

June 9, 2023

Wire Pass to Buckskin Gulch: Epic Slot Canyon Trail in Utah

If you’re looking for the ultimate slot canyon experience in Utah, then Wire Pass to Buckskin Gulch Trail is the trail for you. While places like Antelope Canyon and the Narrows receive all of the

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