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Hiking Slowly


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.
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6 days ago5 min read
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Ney Springs and Faery Falls
A gorgeous hike on an old dirt road that leads to the ruins of a resort built in 1887 and a beautiful waterfall.
The Slow Hiker
Apr 295 min read
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Pluto's Cave
Not one, not two, but THREE caves, all in one hike. Oh, we also came across a smoldering fire pit and got a startling surprise in the shadowy depths.
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Apr 225 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.
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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.
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Apr 84 min read
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Sweetwater Wetlands Loop
A surprisingly beautiful oasis with diverse trees and wildlife, right off the freeway in Tucson.
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Mar 183 min read
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Shastina Butte
An easy hike up a hill in Lake Shastina with 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains. Spectacular!
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Mar 113 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.
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Mar 43 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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Box Canyon Trail
This hike follows the path of the Sacramento River and takes you right through a graveyard!
The Slow Hiker
Dec 12, 20245 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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Castle Crags Vista Point Trail
A super short hike to panoramic views of two mountains made of greenstone and granite, and a volcano.
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Oct 31, 20242 min read
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Indian Creek Loop
An easy loop with varying landscapes on each side and two bridges that cross over the creek. A troll just might live under one of them!
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Oct 24, 20244 min read
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McCloud Middle Falls
Start out with a gorgeous panoramic view and head down to see the falls up close and personal. It's magical.
The Slow Hiker
Oct 17, 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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