Tumalo Mountain is a shield volcano that lies just northeast of Mount Bachelor. This trail begins at the Dutchman Flat Sno-Park, and climbs steadily up the west flank of the cinder cone. Tumalo gives you great views of not only Mount Bachelor, but also Broken Top and South Sister. Tumalo Mountain is also very accessible, only 22 miles west of Bend on the Cascade Lakes … [Read More]
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Hiking Black Butte
Black Butte is an extinct stratovolcano that sits east of the Cascades, rising 3,076' above the surrounding plain. This symmetrical cone-shaped butte is home to an … [Read More]
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Hiking Mount Bierstadt
Mount Bierstadt is considered one of the most accessible 14ers in Colorado, nearby Denver and well maintained, but that doesn't mean it's a stroll in the park. … [Read More]
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Hiking Grays Peak
At 14,270', Grays Peak is one of only two fourteeners that actually sits on the Continental Divide. The ninth-highest mountain in Colorado has a well-defined trail to the summit and its proximity to the slightly lower Torreys Peak (14,267') make this a popular … [Read More]
Hiking Horseshoe Mountain
Horseshoe Mountain scrapes the clouds at 13,898' – just shy of being a 14er. Even so, the glacier carved cirque remains one of Colorado's 100 tallest mountains, and the views are coveted by peak baggers. Just west of Fairplay, Horseshoe Mountain straddles Park … [Read More]
Map: Where You Need an Adventure Pass in Southern California
The Forest Service requires you to display an Adventure Pass in your parked car at many of the trailheads used for our hikes on SoCalHiker. The rule of thumb is that if there are any improvements at the trailhead (pit toilets, picnic tables, etc.) an Adventure … [Read More]
Map: Where to Buy an Adventure Pass in Southern California
If you've been hiking or camping in Southern California, you know about the Adventure Pass. Many trailheads and campgrounds on National Forest lands require the pass, available in both daily ($5) and annual ($30) versions. Does the trailhead you are headed … [Read More]
Hiking Birthday Peak
Birthday Peak is in the 12er family. At 12,730 feet, it sees less foot traffic than its taller cousins, which means you'll have more solitude but still have epic views of the surrounding mountains in the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness. This hike requires some … [Read More]
Hiking Rocky Mountain via the Manitou Incline
Yes, Rocky Mountain is an actual mountain. Located in Manitou Springs, Colorado, this 9,250' peak is often overshadowed by the trail that climbs it: the famous Manitou Incline. This route forms a loop that ascends the incline, but then continues climbing to … [Read More]
Hiking to Bergen Peak
Bergen Peak in the Jefferson County Open Space is a short 30 minutes from Denver. At an elevation of 9,708' it provides a good view of Mount Evans to the west, as well as a good portion of the front range. The trail is well-maintained and well-marked, yet … [Read More]
Book Review: Base Camp Las Vegas: 101 Hikes in the Southwest
I have a lot of hiking and backpacking guides on my bookshelf, but Deborah Wall's Base Camp Las Vegas: 101 Hikes in the Southwest is a guidebook that threw me a curveball. I received a copy from the publisher while I was traveling and didn't get a chance to … [Read More]
Hiking to Paradise Point in Glacier National Park
The hike to Paradise Point on Two Medicine Lake is a short, family-friendly hike to a viewpoint with amazing views of the jagged peaks of Glacier National Park. Located on the east side of Glacier National Park, Two Medicine Lake was very near where I would be … [Read More]
Hiking to Avalanche Lake in Glacier National Park
The hike to Avalanche Lake might be the best "first hike" in Glacier National Park. In June, I flew in to Kalispell, Montana – the airport gateway to Glacier National Park – to run in the inaugural Glacier Half Marathon with my friend Jason. We planned a few … [Read More]
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