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Hiking Slowly


Upper Sacramento River Trail
This super easy hike keeps you in the shade with the river rushing along beside you while you meander through the forest.
The Slow Hiker
Jul 16 min read
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Pioneer Cemetery Trail
This week we explored an old cemetery, found a cove on a lake, and probably saved a woman from being eaten alive by mosquitoes.
The Slow Hiker
Jun 245 min read
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Headwaters Trail - McArthur-Burney Falls
An easy hike on a rainy day where we found mossy trees, lacy lichen, grass growing in the middle of the river, and a glassy pool surrounded by silence.
The Slow Hiker
May 135 min read
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Wasilla Creek Trail - Alaska
We walked along a wooden path along a lazy river, through a forest of birch trees, and emerged in a field of gold surrounded by gorgeous mountain views.
The Slow Hiker
Apr 154 min read
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Matanuska River - Alaska
I went to Alaska! Our first excursion had us walking on crunchy snow on the river's shore, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.
The Slow Hiker
Apr 84 min read
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Pima Prickly Park
A quick little nature hike in the middle of town showcasing a plethora of different types of cacti.
The Slow Hiker
Apr 13 min read
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Sweetwater Wetlands Loop
A surprisingly beautiful oasis with diverse trees and wildlife, right off the freeway in Tucson.
The Slow Hiker
Mar 183 min read
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Lake Shastina
The trail was covered in snow so we enjoyed the blanket of sparkles and the magical serenity of winter.
The Slow Hiker
Mar 43 min read
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Calavera Lake Loop
With gorgeous views and lots of options to make it easy or difficult, this was the perfect pit-stop on our trip.
The Slow Hiker
Feb 253 min read
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Cactus Wren, Encinas, and Manville Loop
Sky writing, fuzzy antlers, and all the mountains were just a few things we found on this hike.
The Slow Hiker
Feb 113 min read
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Desert Discovery Nature Trail
A quick, paved loop providing expansive views of the gorgeous Saguaro National Park.
The Slow Hiker
Jan 144 min read
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Shastice Loop
I found myself off the beaten path (ok, just off the path) and trekking through ice and mud to find some gorgeous mountain views.
The Slow Hiker
Dec 19, 20244 min read
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Elsa Rupp Nature Trail - in the Fall
Returning to one of my favorite trails to see what she looks like in the fall, and what the trees were hiding behind all of those leaves.
The Slow Hiker
Dec 5, 20242 min read
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Dunsmuir River Trail
This trail allows hikers to get right down to river level and wade in the water.
The Slow Hiker
Nov 7, 20245 min read
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Gateway Trails: Lollipop Loop
A short loop through a grove of Christmas Trees with gorgeous mountain views.
The Slow Hiker
Sep 26, 20243 min read
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Sisson Meadow
This short, flat, wheelchair accessible trail offers mountain views and birdwatching.
The Slow Hiker
Sep 19, 20243 min read
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Elsa Rupp Nature Trail
An easy, lush trail leaving you feeling like you might have just walked through Pixie Hollow.
The Slow Hiker
Sep 12, 20243 min read
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