inyonationalforest – The Park Pilgrim

Rae Lakes Loop Via Kearsarge Pass

July 10, 2024March 16, 2025

Ever since I first encountered the Sierra Nevada Mountains during my National Park trip in 2016, they have held a special place in my heart. These mountains are extraordinary and boast some phenomenal hikes with vistas that are unparalleled throughout the country.

In 2020 I ventured back to the Sierras for some more backpacking and … Read more

Spaces & Places

More Lakes and a Little Bit of History

September 27, 2020

I eased my tired feet into crystal-clear water, appreciating the perfect temperature for soothing blisters. I had made sure to break-in my new hiking boots before the trip, but the sheer number of miles I’d been hiking had left a mark.

It was a bright sunny day with a just-right breeze blowing in from the … Read more