Even though the temperature in Southern California was teetering around 90 degrees here in LA, it is officially fall. Many don’t realize that there are places where you can go to see real, honest-to-goodness fall color right here in SoCal. This past weekend, we ventured up near Big Bear to the southernmost aspen grove in […]
Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook, AKA The Ultimate Stair Master
There are over 300 public stairways in Los Angeles. Bob Inman knows… he’s hunted them down and walked them many times. But none are as epic than the 282 steps up to the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook. These giant-sized steps go straight up the hill, making this quite possibly the ultimate outdoor StairMaster. This is a busy place, especially […]
An Open Heart…at 52
Last year around this time I agreed to backpack the John Muir Trail – 211 miles from Yosemite to Whitney summit. My first reaction when asked was one of fascination. I imagined it would be an amazing experience – awe inspiring. As the months passed and the training became more intense I remained dedicated, even as my […]
Ridgeline Trail: A Great Walk Right in Our Own Backyard
San Clemente’s Ridgeline Trail is a great little 4.7 mile out-and-back hike along a ridgeline above the city. The trail is suburban and paved, making it a great choice for rainy weather when you don’t want to slog through the mud but you still want to get your heart pumping. The ocean and mountain views […]