Ionian Basin Traverse and Tehipite Gorge
For a long time, I had been wanting to use the trail that parallels the Middle Fork of the Kings River as part of a big loop – hopefully exploring the entire length of...
Brian's Routes Blog
Muir Wilderness Fastpack
I had been wanting to do a solo fast pack, partly as preparation for the SHR that Leor and I want to do this summer. The initial inspiration for this route came last week...
Kings Canyon – Lewis Creek – Copper Creek Trails
This 66 mile loop begins at the Lewis Creek Trailhead in Kings Canyon National Park. Last we checked, during the peak season, there are 25 people allowed per day at the Lewis Creek Trailhead. At...
Leor’s Devils Falls and Hellhole Falls Loop
After last weekend at Canogas Falls, Leor carefully studied the satellite imagery and he discovered several previously unreported waterfalls. The official approach to Canogas Falls is only open one day per year, and that...
Big Creek Reserve – Canogas Falls and Warm Springs
This winter, I was studying the Big Sur Map ( http://bigsurtrailmap.net ) and I saw a cool looking, isolated waterfall called “Canogas” falls. I contacted Leor, and he said that this area is closed...
Big Falls and Little Falls Loop
The Little Creek / Big Creek Falls Loop is a 14 mile loop that starts at the Rinconada parking lot near Pozo. It is a very rewarding loop, as you get a chance to...
Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim
Crossing the Grand Canyon on foot would be very difficult at certain times of the year. Fortunately, we visited in April and got the weather just right. Navigation is unbelievably simple, and the trails...
Lost Coast Run – Matole Beach to Shelter Cove
I had wanted to backpack the Lost Coast Trail for a long time. I assumed it would be a very remote wilderness experience. To my surprise, it was largely the opposite! I never went more...
