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Your Guide to Three Rivers, California
When I first saw pictures of Three Rivers California I knew I needed to plan a visit. The picturesque setting with mountains in the distance and the river going right through town, plus the fact that it’s right at the gateway to the Sequoia National Park, really sold me. Three Rivers is a charming little town that can make for a great stopping point on a longer road trip in California. But it’s also a beautiful destination offering a perfect balance of relaxation and exploration opportunities. Where to Stay in Three Rivers We debated between staying in a house rental or camping in Three Rivers, but ultimately decided to stay…
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Top Family Activities in San Clemente: A Local’s Guide
I have spent at least one week of every summer in San Clemente for my entire life. When I was a kid, my family had a timeshare there (they still do, actually). So as an adult, I decided to buy one as well so that I my kids could grow up with the same traditions. There are many things to do in San Clemente, besides simply going to the beach (although that is at the top of my list). Here are our favorite activities in this charming beach town. Where to Stay in San Clemente There are many great hotel options in San Clemente. San Clemente Pier The Pier is…
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Spring Cove Campground, Bass Lake
Doing a mountain/ lake camping trip is one of our favorite traditions, and this summer we discovered a hidden gem of a campground: Spring Cove Campground at Bass Lake. If you’re looking for a California lake to camp at, this might be just the spot for you. We love camping in Yosemite, but those campsites are so hard to get, especially when coordinating with a group. So for the past several years, we’ve been trying out other campgrounds on lakes. We spent a week camping at Pinecrest Lake (and we loved it!) over the last two summers, but this year we decided to venture out again and explore the campgrounds…
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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…
