Sierra Nevada Travel Guide

Valentine’s Day approaches again and our thoughts turn to romance with a special someone.   Yosemite is a marvelous place for human relationships; thousands of weddings and honeymoons happen here every year.  The landscape is uniquely grand, with Bridalveil Fall and Cathedral Spires adding to the nuptial flavor.  For some people Yosemite itself is a significant love interest.  Conservationist John Muir wrote that Yosemite Valley was so structured,... Read More

The small town of Sierraville is located at the south edge of the largest alpine valley in the continental United States, Sierra Valley, and is about 45 minutes north of Truckee. This area is popular for hiking, camping, snowshoeing or just getting away from the ski crowds of Tahoe. Sierraville, being a tiny town, really only has one place that most people go: Sierra Hot Springs. Sierra Hot Springs is a non-profit retreat and workshop center that is open... Read More

When the call of the weekend getaway sounds, most Bay Area adventure enthusiasts tend to gravitate toward Lake Tahoe, naturally. After all, it’s a straight shot up Interstate 80, with a combination of tourism infrastructure and iconic lake views. Too often however, they overlook one of California’s premier mountain getaways, and one with mountains that are most certainly bigger, badder, and more beautiful — Mammoth Lakes. While SoCal residents may... Read More