A Scenic Drive on Cottonwood Springs Road

This drive is the original inspiration for the ride, Radiator Springs Racers in Disneyland. If you love scenic byways, then you're going to enjoy this drive. If you're heading to Joshua Tree National Park, you can access the less crowded South Entrance from this road. You simply head up Box Canyon Road from Mecca, CA… Continue reading A Scenic Drive on Cottonwood Springs Road

The Wind Caves and The Slot

3-18-21 The drive into Anza Borrego State Park itself is beautiful. This is one of the most popular hikes in the Anza Borrego Desert. The hike takes you uphill to a scenic desert ridge, with views out across the Salton Sea, before heading down to The Slot, within a desert wash. The parking area sit's… Continue reading The Wind Caves and The Slot

Hiking through Historic Daley Ranch To Stanley Peak on the Sage Trail Loop (6.4 miles)

Stanley Peak Loop This hike climbs to a peak, at just 1985 feet. It has just over 1000 feet of gain. The hike is 6.3 miles long, and is an advanced beginner level hike. The trail is wide and well maintained.

Road Trip on Highway 78: Snow in San Diego, and Desert Sculptures

It’s early March as I drive down Highway 78 toward the town of Julian. California is cool right now at sea level, and at about 4000 feet in elevation, there is snow. I would visit Inspiration Point, Galletta Meadows, and Hellhole Canyon, in Anza Borrego.

Sylvan Meadows

Have you wanted to see what old California looks like, hike through an old Oak Grove, and through an ecological reserve? You may want to check out the Santa Rosa Ecological Reserve. Enjoy my guide to hiking through Sylvan Meadows.