Discover what it’s like to take a zero day on the Oregon Coast Trail at Rockaway Beach. Rest, recover, and plan ahead while enjoying scenic views, local treats, and practical tips for hiking the OCT in this detailed day-by-day trail journal.
Experience Day 3 on the Oregon Coast Trail as we hike over scenic Tillamook Head, explore lush headlands, visit Indian Beach, and discover prime beach camping spots. Get tips and insights for your Oregon coast hiking adventure.
Experience Day 2 on the Oregon Coast Trail with tales of hiker kindness, challenging gear mishaps, and scenic beach trekking. Discover tips, insights, and personal reflections for your own Oregon Coast hiking adventure.
Begin your Oregon Coast Trail adventure with Day 1: experience high hopes, fierce winds, and stinging rain as the journey kicks off from Fort Stevens State Park. Discover the challenges and rewards of hiking the iconic 411-mile coastal route.
Embark on a scenic road trip from Sacramento to the Oregon Coast Trail’s northern terminus. Discover breathtaking redwoods, lush landscapes, and essential OCT trail tips as you prepare for an unforgettable hiking adventure along the Pacific Northwest coastline.
Discover the adventure of hiking the 411-mile Oregon Coast Trail. Explore stunning beaches, Pacific Northwest scenery, and follow my first thru-hike journey with practical tips, planning insights, and daily journal updates along the Oregon coast.
Experience the challenges and triumphs of backpacking Henry Coe State Park on Day 3, including tough climbs on Willow Ridge Trail, blisters, chafing, and breathtaking scenery. Discover tips and honest insights for your next Henry Coe hiking adventure.
Discover the challenges and rewards of backpacking Henry Coe State Park on Day 2, featuring peaceful creekside camping, multiple water crossings, steep climbs, and essential tips for hikers planning an adventure in this scenic California wilderness.
Discover the adventure of backpacking Henry Coe State Park, Northern California’s largest state park. Escape the Yosemite crowds, experience rugged trails, scenic solitude, and tips for planning your own backpacking trip in this undeveloped wilderness.
Discover what happens when you test a 3-season tent during a winter storm in Yosemite Valley. Learn from real camping mistakes, gear tips, and the unforgettable night I ended up sleeping on a bathroom floor to survive extreme weather.