Hiking Adventures
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Makaleha Falls: A Kauai Waterfall Hike
When it comes to family-friendly hikes in Kauai, I’m not sure I’d put the hike to Makaleha Falls on the list, simply due to that fact that this hike was not well-marked and there was a lot of guess work involved. It involves crossing the stream several times, climbing over rocks and branches, and a lot of second guessing. But, it’s also a lot of fun. As far as the ability to do it? My kids, ages 10, 9 and 6 at the time, had no issue. It was more the nervousness of us parents, questioning if we were going to end up in the right spot, and if we…
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Kitchen Creek Falls Hike, Pine Valley, CA
After completing the 3 Sisters Falls Hike in Julian a couple weeks ago, I have been on a mission to take the kids hiking as regularly as possible. Especially right now when the weather has been overcast and cool, and the water in the mountains has been flowing. I knew Kitchen Creek Falls would be a great trail to try next, and I was right. The hike to Kitchen Creek Falls is a pretty easy hike overall. My friend and I took three 7-year-olds and they did great on the trail. It’s about 5 miles roundtrip and you only gain 750 feet or so, so it’s a relatively flat hike…
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5 Peaks Challenge: Mission Trails, San Diego
If you live in San Diego, you’re probably familiar with Cowles Mountain, a popular hiking destination in Mission Trails. This is definitely the most well-known (and most crowded) mission peak trail, but it is far from being the only one. In fact, there are four other peaks you can hike to, and most of them have various trails leading to the peak, giving you even more options to explore. This is why the 5 peaks challenge was initially started. The Mission of the 5 Peak Challenge In order to get people to explore the other peaks, and not just the ever-popular Cowles Mountain, the Mission Trails visitor center established the…
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Top Kid-Friendly Hikes in Kauai for Family Adventures
We visited Kauai for the first time when our kids were 10, 9 and 6. I was worried we wouldn’t be able to explore as much as we wanted to with three youngish kids in tow, but I was very pleased to learn that there were plenty of kid-friendly hikes in Kauai. After a little bit (ok, a lot) of whining at the idea of hiking, we finally convinced our kids that they had no option but to come with us. But by the end of the first hike, they were completely sold and couldn’t wait to do another Kauai hiking trail the next day. On our most recent Kauai…
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Family-Friendly Hiking Trails in Yosemite
The first time I ever went to Yosemite, it was just my mom, my sister, and our five kids, ranging in age from 2 months old to 6 years old. We were prepared to simply camp in Yosemite, but upon entering into the Valley, I knew I wanted to explore it all. I just didn’t know how that would be possible with kids and strollers so I was on a hunt to find some easy hikes in Yosemite that I could do with kids. Yosemite truly is one of the best national parks for kids. There is so much beauty that can be seen in the Valley without going on…
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Cedar Creek Falls: A Waterfall Hike in San Diego
Chasing Waterfalls: Hiking to Cedar Creek Falls in Ramona, CA I finally checked another waterfall off my San Diego hikes bucket list– the Cedar Creek Falls Hike. And it was worth the wait! We completed Three Sisters Falls and Kitchen Creek Falls two years ago, and since then, we’ve been itching to get the Cedar Creek. I’ve seen so many pictures of this waterfall, but I was still blown away by its size and beauty when I saw it in person. It was amazing. I promise these pictures don’t do it justice. I clearly need to work on my nature photography skills. This is a Southern California adventure that offers…
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Best Hikes in Glacier National Park
Best Hikes in Glacier National Park: A Trail for Every Explorer Visiting Glacier National Park was an absolute dream. Besides its jaw-dropping beauty, it’s also an amazing destination for hikers, with more than 700 miles of trails winding through rugged peaks, pristine lakes, and alpine meadows. And there’s truly something for everybody. Whether you’re looking for an easy stroll or a challenging backcountry adventure, there’s a trail for you. Here’s a guide to some of the best hikes in the park, categorized by location to help you plan your adventure. Before you head out on any of the Glacier National Park trails, I highly recommend downloading the AllTrails+ app. This…
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1 Day in Zion: How to See it All
We were very fortunate to be able to spend several days in Zion on our most recent trip. However, not everyone has that luxury. If you’re limited on time or just passing through, there’s still plenty you can see in just one day. I’ve come up with some itinerary options if you’re spending just 1 day in Zion. If you only have 1 day in Zion, you’ll definitely want to hit the park’s most iconic spots. Zion is a stunningly beautiful place with dramatic rock formations, lush canyons, and towering cliffs. You won’t want to miss its highlights. If your 1 day in Zion is with kids, check out this…
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Avalanche Lake Glacier Hike
When we visited Glacier National Park over the summer, hiking to Avalanche Lake was on our absolute must-do list. It was the hike recommended by so many people, and the pictures I had seen looked amazing. It didn’t take long for me to see why this hike is one of the best hikes in Glacier National Park. It’s definitely one that I highly recommend to others as well. Here is everything you need to know about hiking Avalanche Lake Glacier N.P. Even after a full travel day, we chose to hike Avalanche Lake on the day we arrived in the park. We visited Glacier National Park in mid-June, and there…
