Alamere Falls is one of California’s most beautiful waterfalls and one of the Bay Area’s most popular hiking trails. It is easy to see why, as the trail has a little bit of everything, from coastal views and shaded forest areas to a waterfall that lands directly on the beach at the end. If you […]
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Mount Tamalpais: Verna Dunshee Trail & Fire Lookout from East Peak
Mount Tamalpais is one of the tallest mountains in the San Francisco area, and it provides fantastic opportunities to view the surrounding region from above. It is also a favorite for local photographers at the end of the summer, as it is where you can get those fantastic views of the fog rolling in. The […]
Muir Woods National Monument: Hiking the Bohemian Grove Trail
Muir Woods National Monument is a fantastic place to see redwood trees right near San Francisco. There are dozens of miles of trails and a couple of incredible groves. That being said, it is also one of the busiest places to see redwoods in the entire state. I highly recommend you go, but just know […]
Point Reyes Shipwreck: One of the Area’s Most Iconic Photography Spots
When visiting the Point Reyes National Seashore, one of the easiest and best places to see is the old shipwreck behind the Inverness Store. This shipwreck has become iconic in photographs over the last few years, and even though the back got burned in early 2016, it is still a fantastic place for photography. Here […]
Point Reyes Hostel: A Great & Cheap Place to Stay in the Park
When researching places to stay in Point Reyes, I kept coming across the HI Point Reyes Hostel. Having stayed in hostels a lot across Europe, I figured I should give an American hostel a try. Upon arriving, I knew it would be a good time when I came into the lobby, and four people were […]