Los Angeles

The city of Los Angeles is a playground for all types of people. The creative capital of the world it is made up of 80 districts and neighborhoods. Making it a melting pot of culture, art, food and entertainment. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, there is hiking and outdoor adventure around every corner. With the Pacific Ocean taking up its Western border, it’s possible to snow ski and surf in the same day. With miles of coastline hitting the waves or exploring the many beach towns, islands and boardwalks make a great day trip. The city is host to a number of sporting teams and Los Angeles is the only city in the world to host the Olympics twice. Fans of major league sports can watch a professional soccer, baseball, football or hockey game, with more than 9 teams calling it home. For art, culture and history lovers there are more than  800 museums and galleries like LACMA. The Broad, The Getty and The Natural History Museum to name a few. Grab some history and some authentic Mexican food on Olvera Street where the city of LA began. Visit the Griffith Observatory for panoramic views of the city. Just don’t leave town without a visit to the movie studios or a drive along the Pacific Coast Highway.

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Drone shot of Little Harbor on Catalina Island

Hiking The Catalina Trail: California’s Best Island Hike

by | Apr 22, 2023 | California,Hiking | 0 Comments

Video guide to the Trans Catalina Trail on the beautiful Santa Catalina Island in the Channel Islands of California.
Alice Ford in Sequoia National Park standing among Sequoia trees

Sequoia National Park Planning Guide

by | Aug 14, 2022 | California,National Parks | 4 Comments

The National Parks of Sequoia and Kings Canyon are managed as one National Park system, located next to the Eastern Sierra Mountains, is is an area well known for its towering Sequoia Trees and the famous groves named after famous American Military generals. Within the park boundaries are fantastic hikes through verdant meadows full of wildflowers, to rocky peaks and through the towering Sequoia giants.
Alice Ford sitting on a rock overlooking Lassen Volcanic National Park

A Guide to Visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park: Everything You Need to Know

by | May 20, 2022 | California,Hiking,National Parks | 0 Comments

A Guide to Visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park: Everything You Need to Know   Looking for a unique national park to visit in the United States? Look no further...

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RV Guide to California’s National Parks

by | Jan 30, 2021 | California,National Parks | 0 Comments

RV Guide To All the National Parks In California   Are you planning to go on a trip using a Recreational Vehicle (RV)? Some of the best and most relaxing locations...

California National Parks featuring Sequoia, Jacob Tree, and Lassen Volcanic

Guide to All Nine of California’s National Parks

by | Sep 19, 2020 | California,National Parks | 0 Comments

Did you know that California is home to nine of the nation’s national parks? From the scorching temperatures in Death Valley to the soaring trees of the Redwoods and...

A woman stands looking towards Cottonwood Lake surrounded by mountains in California

Cottonwood Lakes Trail – Inyo National Forest

by | Sep 5, 2020 | California,Hiking | 0 Comments

Cottonwood Lakes Trail is in the Inyo National Forest right outside the town of Lone Pine California. The Loop which can lead you to 5 lakes, starts from Horseshoe...

Alice Ford exlpores LA's best hiking routes standing in Angeles Forest

Angeles National Forest: Hiking Crystal Lake to Hawkins Ridge

by | Jun 17, 2020 | California,Hiking | 8 Comments

There are a lot of places to hike in the Los Angeles vicinity. For city dwellers popular places are Runyon Canyon in Hollywood and Topanga Canyon near Malibu but the...

Three images of the Bridge to Nowhere hike, California

Best Hikes in Los Angeles: Bridge to Nowhere

by | May 17, 2020 | California,Hiking | 7 Comments

The Bridge to Nowhere is a long but rewarding hike along and across several rivers in Southern California.
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Highway 1 California Roadtrip through SLOCAL

by | Feb 23, 2020 | California,USA | 16 Comments

Just four hours north of the city of Los Angeles is a nature, wine and outdoor lovers playground. Teaming with wildlife, epic coastal walks, beautiful rolling hills and...

A wine cellar, a sign reading "Napa Valley", and rolling grape vines in Napa Valley

Napa Valley – California’s Wine Country

by | Sep 4, 2019 | California,Wine | 6 Comments

A mere 45 minute drive from the culture rich city of San Francisco or a 6 hour drive from the bustling city of Los Angeles; Napa Valley is a welcome retreat for anyone...

Three images showing different areas around Tiburon, California

Biking Adventures around San Francisco Tiburon by the Bay

by | Sep 2, 2019 | California,USA,Wine | 0 Comments

Biking Adventures around San Francisco: Tiburon by the Bay San Francisco is one of my favorite cities. Not so much for its nightlife or great city vibes, although those...

Cliffs at the seaside of Davenport California

Four San Francisco Day Trips For Nature Lovers

by | Sep 2, 2019 | California,USA | 0 Comments

San Francisco Day Trips As an Angeleno I am always in awe of how different San Francisco is from its southern sister. While the city itself is a bustling metropolis the...

L.A is a lot more than just celebrities and parties there are many places to explore and lots of mountains to hike!!

Favorite Hikes in Los Angeles

Tri Peaks
Mishe Mokwa Trail
Topanga Canyon
Mount Lukens 

Best Places to Paddleboard in Los Angeles

Cabrilllo Beach near San Pedro
​Venice Beach

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