Hike into the Pismo Beach sand dunes to find untouched sandy hills that stretch for miles. This guide tells you everything you need to know about visiting the Pismo Dunes (aka the Oceano Dunes), including where to park and access the dunes on foot. Trek a few hills over into the Oceano Dunes, and you’ll see miles and miles of undulating golden hills. From the looks of it, you could be in the middle of a desert with no…
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Elkhorn Slough is an estuary located on the Monterey Bay in Northern California. It’s one of the best places to kayak in the San Francisco Bay Area if you’re looking for calm waters teeming…
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You can still work up a sweat, get lost in nature, or hike to an epic view without ever leaving the city. These are the best hikes in San Francisco. Some of California’s best…
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Merino wool is not just soft and cozy, it can actually help your baby regulate body temperature and sleep better. Learn what makes merino wool such a magic fabric and where to find the…
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Any pullout along the Pacific Coast Highway in Marin County offers epic views of the craggy coast and rocky shores below. But the small trail out to the cliff edge at Muir Beach Overlook…
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Barefoot Shoes Travel Gear
Wildling Shoes + Peg and Awl Canvas Totes: A Collaboration of Handcrafted Goods
It’s rare to find goods where the quality of the materials and craftsmanship holds up, even after extended use. We’ve long been fans of Wildling shoes for this very reason – natural, sustainable fabrics…
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This article is sponsored by Kodiak Cakes, makers of our favorite protein-packed pancake mixes. We’re sharing our favorite homemade holiday recipes with Kodiak Cakes, which are easy to prepare, full of protein, and of course, delicious!…
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Travel Tips
Join the Charity Unbound in the Fight Against Poverty: One-on-One Sponsorship to Help People In Need
This article is sponsored by Unbound, a charity that focuses on one-to-one sponsorship to combat poverty around the world. Travel has opened our eyes to so many amazing things in the world, but it’s…
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Whether you’re looking for yourself or someone else – these are eleven super practical gifts for hikers they will actually use and love. Note: This post contains affiliate links. This means if you click…