California Adventures

SoCal Hiking Series Episode #1

This is Episode #1 in my SoCal Hiking Series. In this travel vlog, we hike Colby Canyon to Josephine Saddle in the San Gabriel Mountains. This trail is located about 30 minutes from Los Angeles, California in Angeles National Forest. This route is a little over 8 miles round trip with about 1400ft of elevation gain. We intended to hike Strawberry Peak but started at the wrong trailhead. If you plan to hike Strawberry Peak in the San Gabriel Mountains make sure to start at the Red Box Picnic Area.

For details on the Strawberry Peak Hike including trail maps and descriptions check out : All Trails

SoCal Hiking Series Episode #2

We Peaked! We hiked to the peak of Hot Springs Mountain, San Diegos Highest Peak. Hot Springs Mountain is located on the Los Coyotes Indian Reservation about 2 hours outside of San Diego. This hike costs $10 per person. This 9.5 mile trail is rated difficult and includes an elevation gain of 2,362 ft.

For details on the Hot Springs Mountain Hike including trail maps and descriptions check out : All Trails

SoCal Hiking Series Episode #3

In this video we hike to the peak of Mt. Baden Powell located in the Angeles National Forest in Southern California. This trail is around 8.5 miles with 2,800 ft. of elevation gain. The summit sits at 9,400ft. This is the perfect day hike!

For details on the Hot Springs Mountain Hike including trail maps and descriptions check out : All Trails

Things to do in Newport Beach, California

Dolphin & Whale Watching Newport Beach California | Newport Coastal Adventure Orange County

We hired a private whale watching tour from Newport Coastal Adventures. It was amazing to get sooo close to dolphins, whales and sea lions in the small zodiac boat! This is my third whale watching experience in Newport Beach it was was by far the best! The personalized experience on a smaller boat is unmatchable. To book a tour: https://newportcoastaladventure.com

Renting a Duffy in Newport Harbor and a beach Bonfire

Travel Guide: Newport Beach, California

Bike Rentals: $20 for the day: Balboa Beach and Bicycle Boutique 204 Washington St #A, Newport Beach, CA 92661
Happy Hour Spot: Newport Landing
Ferry Ride: CASH ONLY $1 per person each way $1.25 if you have a bike!
Bear Flag Fish Co.
Beachcomber @ Crystal Cove: We got the beignets at the Bootlegger Bar! Parking is validated if you buy something at the bar/restaurant.
Hike Crystal Cove State Park: We hiked up Morro Ridge and Back down. Parking was $15 but the views… Stunning!

Other Adventures

Sky Sailing in a Glider Plane

We spontaneously decided to take flight in a sailplane. We drove by Warner Springs Airport in San Diego California and saw a sign for glider plane flights. The next thing we knew we were up in the air in a plane without an engine. It was was cooler than we ever expected and the perfect adventure for any thrillseeker or anyone searching for an adrenaline rush. For more information visit : http://skysailing.com/

Off-Roading And Rock Crawling Deep Creek

This wild off-roading and rock crawling adventure took place in the San Bernardino National Forest near Lake Arrowhead California. We put Mike’s lifted Jeep Sahara to the test on the OHV trail and even ended up getting stuck on a huge rock, leaving us with no choice but to use the wench. After we freed ourselves we happened upon deep creek a glorious swimming hole near the pacific crest trail. It was a great day full of adventure.

Hiking Big Pine Lakes | Inyo National Forest

Hiking Big Pine Lakes in Inyo National Forest was such an amazingly beautiful challenge. The Big Pine Lakes Hike is 15.2 miles long and located in the Eastern Sierra Nevadas near Bishop, California. The lakes are filled with beautiful blue glacier water. In this big pines hiking vlog we make it to 5 out of the 7 lakes.

For details on the Big Pine Lakes Hike including trail maps and descriptions check out : All Trails

Adventures in California National Parks

Kings Canyon National Park

Bears, rain and waterfalls, we saw it all in Kings Canyon National Park California. We hiked a few trails at roads end including Roaring River Falls, Mist Falls and Zumwalt Meadow. We were so excited to see a momma bear with her two cubs!

Congress Trail in Sequoia National Park

We only had one day to explore Sequoia National Park in California so we hiked some of the main trails in the park. We hiked the Congress Trail and climbed Morro Rock. Thankfully we were able to take the free shuttles around the park as there are many roads that our RV Big Booty Judy was not able to access. We had a wonderful time in Sequoia National Park and even got up close and personal with a few deer.

4 Day California Coastal Road Trip: San Francisco to Santa Barbara