One of the most breathtaking hikes from my latest road trip was the relatively lesser-known 20 Lakes Basin loop. A friend that I met in Peru lived in Lake Tahoe, and drove down to meet me for some adventures near Yosemite and the Eastern Sierras. Little did we know that our adventures would be akin… Read More Hiking the Eastern Sierra’s 20 Lakes Basin & Saddlebag Lake
Leadville, Colorado is the epitome of a little town with big adventures. As the highest city in the U.S., this historic village boasts some epic views. Leadville is surrounded by mountains in every direction, making it one of the most scenic places in the entire country. Between its legendary history, cozy cafes, and outdoors adventures,… Read More The Complete Travel Guide to Leadville, Colorado
Grand Teton National Park is one of my favorite places in the world. I’ve visited the Tetons a few times now, and each time, it manages to steal my heart even more. The Tetons are among the most iconic mountains in North America. No matter how many times you see them, they never lose their… Read More Ultimate Guide to Visiting Grand Teton National Park on a Budget
Salt Lake City served as a much-needed change from the sweltering heat of Utah’s desert national parks. A city that I had once overlooked my first time in Utah truly surprised me the second time around. There are a seemingly infinite number of hikes around Salt Lake City, ranging from hikes along the Great Salt… Read More Guide to Hiking Lake Mary, Lake Catherine, and Sunset Peak | Utah
Of the seemingly infinite hikes to do in Colorado, Sky Pond stands out as one of the best. If you’re looking for a high-altitude challenge offering everything from lakes, waterfalls, and jaw-dropping peaks, then Sky Pond belongs on your bucket list. Of my many visits to Rocky Mountain National Park, the adventure that sticks out… Read More Guide to Hiking Sky Pond in Rocky Mountain National Park | Colorado
After months in quarantine, an escape into the wilderness was much-needed. Our family vacation plans to Portugal or Poland were shot thanks to coronavirus, so we again settled for – drum roll, please – Branson. It isn’t exactly my scene, but desperate for an adventure, I started looking to Ozark National Forest. It was barely… Read More Camping Overnight at Whitaker Point, Ozark National Forest | Arkansas
The month I spent in Huaraz might have been my favorite of all my travels. In this small mountain town, I had everything I needed. World-class mountains, good friends from all over the planet, and an abundance of bars and clubs where I could celebrate each successful trek in the Andes. Out of the many… Read More Conquering the Santa Cruz Trek in Peru’s Huascaran National Park
There’s nothing quite like the vastness and beauty of the Patagonian wilderness. I found myself in El Bolson, a charming village in the north of Argentine Patagonia with excellent hiking. I didn’t expect much from the town at first. Initially, I was just looking to break up the 25-hour bus ride from Bariloche to El… Read More Hiking To El Cajon del Azul: El Bolson, Argentina
Peru’s Cordillera Huayhuash is the adventure that trekkers could only dream of. Here’s my tell-all experience of this monstrous trek.… Read More Conquering Peru’s Cordillera Huayhuash Trek: Part 1 | Travel Stories From Lockdown
Man, I cannot say enough good things about Peru. Anyone who knows me or has followed me for some time is probably annoyed by how often I gush about this South American paradise. There is so much to love about this country. Few places in the world have it all, but Peru is about as… Read More The Top 10 Best Things I Did in Peru