California

Iron Mountain: A San Diego Classic…and Good Female Solo Hike

†Iron Mountain is a “classic” San Diego hike, meaning its accessible and it feels like everyone knows about it and has done it.  You more or less have to do it at least once if you live here. I did…

San Diego Area Hikes: Scenic Sunset Trail / Laguna Meadows Loop in the Laguna Mountains (Followed by Beers in Alpine)

Looking for a day-trip from San Diego to get some nature time without crowds?  Seeking  a fun day-trip date idea?  Want to expose your kids to the great outdoors without a long road trip?  Check out the Laguna Mountain Area…

Why Pine Nuts Are Expensive AF

Pine nuts are expensive.  It kinda feels like cooking with money.  And if you make pesto, one of the most common uses for pine nuts, it even looks  a little like cooking with money – green like US currency! I’ve…

San Diego Area Hikes: 9 Day Hikes at Cuyamaca Rancho State Park

Cuyamaca Rancho State Park (a/k/a “Cuyamaca”) is a state park (official website here) with hiking and camping in eastern San Diego County, California.  Eastern in San Diego means further from the coast means hotter than San Diego proper in summer…

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