Things to do in Mammoth Lakes
Mammoth Lakes is a remote area in the Eastern Sierra Mountains (one of my favorite places) with a population of 8,000 and an altitude of 8,050 feet. It is located just 45 minutes from Yosemite National Park and 3 hours from Death Valley National Park. Although Mammoth Lakes is remote, it is a full-service community with two […]
Fall Colors in California
I’ve lived in California for 30 years but I only discovered fall colors in California recently! Let’s face it, when it comes to fall, we don’t really think of California! But from Mammoth Lakes to Hope Valley, fall is very real in this state. This year, I just returned from another amazing trip to Inyo […]
8 Beautiful Day Hikes in Washington State
Hiking in Washington I have been wanting to explore hikes in Washington State for a long time! While hiking in California (where I am from) has been amazing, I decided to spend 10 days in Washington State this past August. Choosing what trails to hike is difficult because the state has 3 national parks, a […]
The Best Hike in Washington
Before the pandemic, I traveled largely to epic international destinations for hiking. From hiking Macchu Pichhu in Peru to the 10-day Tour Du Mont Blanc in Europe, I sought out mind-blowing scenery. The pandemic however forced me to recreate in my own backyard and little did I realize that I have access to stunning hikes […]
Hiking in Glacier National Park
I’ve lived in the States for 30 years but have never been to Montana. I finally went last week for the very first time to see Glacier National Park. Many have told me this is their favorite national park in the States. While I didn’t get to explore the entire park, there are four hikes […]
Backpacking Guide for Beginners
I didn’t grow up backpacking in the outdoors. I grew up in a city in India. When I immigrated to the States with my parents as a teenager, they were too busy trying to re-build their lives and I was too busy trying to adjust to a new culture. Therefore, as an adult, going backpacking […]
The Best Day Hike Snacks
This is a sponsored post on best day hike snacks written by me on behalf of ADM. All opinions are 100% mine. I never used to cook before the Covid-19 pandemic hit the world in 2020, but during much of the lockdown, like everyone else, I was forced to stay home. And as gyms and […]
Destination Guide: What to Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Carmel is a rather unique seaside town in Northern California. In a setting that feels far removed from the real world, tree-shaded streets are lined with lovely Victorian buildings and little storybook cottages. It’s the perfect 48-hour getaway from San Francisco. Whether you’re looking for a romantic weekend with your significant other or a short […]
Things to Do in Sequoia National Park
I first visited Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks when I was 16 with my parents and extended family. We had gone camping. It was my first time, after having immigrated to the United States. I recently returned to both National Parks this past weekend to reminisce and re-discover what it felt like to walk […]
Joshua Tree Camping Guide
I have never wanted to visit Joshua Tree National Park, California even though I live about 8.5 hours away from it in San Francisco. The desert scenery with a bunch of cactus doesn’t really appeal to me. I also do NOT like hiking in the heat. Camping in the heat? Forget it! So how and […]
