My Favorite John Muir Trail Pass
July 18, 2019
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The John Muir Trail (JMT) offers a long list of major passes to challenge the backpacker. Fortunately, the passes begin easy and gradually become more
Why I hate Red’s Meadow
July 8, 2019
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I admit, I do not avoid Red’s Meadow completely. Red’s Meadow, located just east of Devil’s Postpile National Monument, is an essential stop for pre-mailed
Oregon State Parks Day
May 24, 2019
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On Saturday, June 1 all Oregon State Parks will be waiving entrance, day use and camping fees to visitors. State Parks day is meant to
5 First Come, First Served Campgrounds Near Portland
May 20, 2019
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Ever since the creation of reservable campsites it has become more and more difficult to find campgrounds with first come, first served sites. As a
Best & Worst Campsites on the John Muir Trail
May 17, 2019
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Really? Are there best or worst campsites on the John Muir Trail (JMT)? All of the trail is spectacular, and would pass as a worst
Essential Camping Gear for Memorial Day Weekend
May 15, 2019
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In the Pacific Northwest camping on Memorial Day Weekend usually poses some unique challenges. The month of May can often times be one of the
12 Campgrounds Near Mt. Hood Open This Weekend
May 8, 2019
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Whether you are ready for it or not, camping season has shown up early this year and is officially upon us. Camping before Memorial Day
The Best Piece of Unnecessary Backpacking Equipment
May 6, 2019
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Endless blogs of self-appointed backpacking authorities offer opinions and recommendations on how to shave weight off your basic weight. My favorite is to cut off
Three Butt-Kicking Sections of the John Muir Trail
May 2, 2019
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The John Muir Trail (JMT) is well known around the world for its unparalleled beauty and grandeur. What is not widely spoken about is the
First Come, First Served Camping
April 26, 2019
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With the introduction of online campground reservations car camping as we know it has forever changed. Gone are the days of spontaneous trips where you