April 2021 Packing in a Carry On: Yosemite National Park Or any National Park really! While I predicted that 2020 would be the year of National Parks, I think 2021 is going to be no different. I looked for a park that had a good …

April 2021 Yosemite National Park All of the non-travel of 2020 creating rough draft itineraries for a time in the unknown and distant future where travel would be safe again – it is now very rewarding to be on the other side. Being able to …

April 2021 The 4 Mile Trail – Yosemite National Park The 4 Mile Trail is a difficult 9.4 mile there and back trail to Glacier Point. Glacier Point is one of the best views in the park and during the summertime is actually drivable – …

April 2021 The Mist and Muir Trails with Vernal and Nevada Falls – Yosemite National Park The Mist Trail is one of the most popular trails in the park and for good reason – you get the chance to see two waterfalls and it is …

March 2021 Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail – Oahu, Hawaii Another Hawaiian hike! I had this one on retainer as I did not think we would have time to get to it but since the rain had interrupted plans, this trail got a promotion. Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail …

March 2021 Diamond Head State Monument – Oahu, Hawaii Diamond Head State Monument is an extremely popular destination for Oahu visitors as it is not a long hike that affords hikers an awesome view of Honolulu. Here is a good example of the impact of …