Alex Frick

Raised in the Midwest, Alex is an RV pulling, bike-touring, globetrotting, slow-hiking nomad. He travels full-time with his travel nurse wife and their famous hiking tabby, Rafiki (yes, she has an Insta). He enjoys experiencing the lesser-known destinations and discovering hidden gems.

The Complete Guide to 50 Stunning Day Hikes in the Eastern Sierra

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the tuolumne meadows campgrounds are beautiful

Along the historic Highway 395 lies an area with unlimited opportunities for experiences and adventures that will supply stories for a lifetime. Here, you will find the world’s oldest tree, a mountain beach, otherworldly tufa formations emerging from a lake, and numerous other geological wonders. Between these unique and natural attractions lie hundreds of miles … Read more The Complete Guide to 50 Stunning Day Hikes in the Eastern Sierra

21 Joyful Things to Do in June Lake, California

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Tucked away with the wonders of the historic Highway 395, June Lake is a delightful mountain town that resembles a postcard in real life. Residing at 7,600 feet of elevation, this High Sierra town offers abundant winter activities and is a vacation paradise during the summer. Under the shade of Mount Carson, June Lake is … Read more 21 Joyful Things to Do in June Lake, California

19 Breathtaking Things to Do in Bishop, California (+ Nearby!)

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street in bishop california

Bishop is a small, unassuming trail-town in Inyo County, nestled in the heart of the Owens Valley. While looking at the town through a tourist lens, the list of things to do in Bishop may not seem exceptional on the surface. With only a handful of restaurants and eateries, combined with an absence of thriving … Read more 19 Breathtaking Things to Do in Bishop, California (+ Nearby!)

The Complete Guide to Seeing the Firefall in Yosemite (2022 Update)

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Firefall cascading over the granite cliffs in Yosemite NP

Yosemite Valley is known for its grandeur, the ultimate escape into the natural beauty within one of the most iconic national parks on Earth. From the glacially carved granite monoliths to the alpine meadows abound with wildlife, the Yosemite Valley is 3,800 acres of awe-inspiring views of wonder. Hikers and rock climbers alike venture across … Read more The Complete Guide to Seeing the Firefall in Yosemite (2022 Update)

11 Wonderful Things to Do in Shelter Cove, CA

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view from above shelter cove california on a hillside

Hidden away along the Avenue of the Giants, Shelter Cove is the most beautiful and fascinating Northern California small town you never knew existed. If leaving from the Bay Area, it is a 3 hour and a half drive up the scenic 101 to Garberville, but that is where things get interesting! As you approach … Read more 11 Wonderful Things to Do in Shelter Cove, CA