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The ultimate adventure guide
Brandon Katcher
Photo Date:
03/29/2013
There are quite a few river crossings on the Lost Coast Trail. Bring plenty of extra socks because your feet will get wet.
Brandon Katcher
Photo Date:
03/28/2013
Seals are a common sight along the Lost Coast Trail.
Brandon Katcher
Photo Date:
03/29/2013
Mountains meet the ocean on the Lost Coast Trail.
Brandon Katcher
Photo Date:
03/30/2013
The Lost Coast Trail follows the Northern California Coastline.
Aron Bosworth
Photo Date:
12/02/2015
Trestles Beach, San Onofre State Park.
Aron Bosworth
Photo Date:
12/02/2015
Surfers enjoying a small day at Trestles.
Aron Bosworth
Photo Date:
12/02/2015
Trestles is home to world-class surf breaks.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/05/2016
The trail to Goldstrike Hotspring begins in a shadeless canyon.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/05/2016
Waterfalls appear along the trail to Goldstrike Hotspring.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/05/2016
Hiking Goldstrike Hot Springs.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/15/2016
Joshua trees: a perk of veering from the highway to reach Alkali Hotspring.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/15/2016
The more inviting pool at Alkali Hot Springs. Temperature is controlled by adjusting the inflow pipes.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/15/2016
View from the tub at Alkali Hot Springs.
Justin Michael
Photo Date:
02/04/2014
Climber making his way up the ice in Ouray Ice Park.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
03/26/2013
Cross-country skiing the Trillium Lake Loop near Mount Hood.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
03/26/2013
Contributor Asmund Tweto skiing from the Trillium Lake fishing platform to the dam.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
02/01/2013
White River flowing off of Mount Hood.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date:
04/03/2013
A happy skier at Teacup Lake.
Yelena Sukhanov
Photo Date:
10/30/2015
The Cedar Creek Falls and the swimming hole near San Diego
Yelena Sukhanov
Photo Date:
10/30/2015
The Cedar Creek Falls Trail near San Diego.
Justin Michael
Photo Date:
02/04/2014
Cave at the base of the Ouray Ice Park.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
01/24/2015
The Ouray Ice Park offers a variety of grades and styles, all available for safe top roping.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
01/24/2015
The ice park offers some challenging routes for experienced climbers.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
01/24/2015
Those looking for extra challenges can venture into the hills to climb natural ice.
Anzelina Coodey
Photo Date:
05/14/2014
La Jolla Cove with Scripps Park in the background.
Anzelina Coodey
Photo Date:
05/14/2014
Cormorants and brown pelicans nest on the cliffs in La Jolla Cove.