“I’d rather wake up in the middle of nowhere than in any city on earth.” -Steve McQueen In life, I rarely get my way but driving the Extraterrestrial Highway was definitely the route I wanted to take. I’ve always been fascinated with the mystery of Area 51 ever since I watched X-Files as a kid….
Unmasking the Small Town Charm of Lake Shasta and Sundial Bridge in Northern California
“Give me a word for the boundary between the world you went to see and the small one you call your own. I want a word for the moment you know you’re almost home.- n.m.h. (via anoraborealis) Sometimes it’s hard to put into words the exact feeling a place ignites in me. I’ve always been…
Palos Verdes – A Sanctuary for the Weary Soul
“Sometimes solitude is one of the most beautiful things on earth.” – Bukowski Someone close to my heart took me to Palos Verdes a long time ago. Close to a decade if you want me to be specific. The memory stayed with me. I decided another visit was long overdue since I was going to…
Beacon Rock State Park
“Wild hearts find a home in every place they roam.” – C. Churchill I have to say last minute adventures always excite me and this was one of many highlights of my solo road trip. To fall in love with new places and create memories I will carry with me wherever I go. Hiking Beacon…
From Panther Creek Falls, Washington (A Failed Attempt) to Multnomah Falls, Oregon
“Some of life’s wildest journeys begin with a wrong turn.” – Beau Taplin Remember when I mentioned that once in a while my impulsive side comes out? Well, this is a perfect example. I just had to take a peek and see what Washington had to offer. I was blown away by Oregon but the…
Yaquina Head Natural Area – Cobble Beach, Quarry Cove, and Yaquina Head Lighthouse
“My only hope is that even for a moment I helped you see the world a little bit different.” – Wilder After all the beautiful places I’ve explored in Oregon, I seriously didn’t think it could get any better. I was proven wrong again by Yaquina Head Natural Area. I’ve always had a thing for…
Devil’s Churn and Thor’s Well – The Wonders of Oregon Coast
“Through all the things my eyes have seen the best by far is you.” – Cecilia and the Satellite For those who have been following my blog, it’s a known fact the ocean/sea will always be my first love. I expected to enjoy the Oregon Coast. I just didn’t think it would blow me away…
Drift Creek Falls
“To the girl who reads by the flashlight. Who sees dragons in the clouds. Who feels most alive in worlds that never were. Who knows magic is real. Who dreams. This is for you.” -Author Unknown If you’ve never hiked before this might change your mind. Who wouldn’t want to see a hanging bridge and…
Born to Wander these Painted Hills
“If you never go, you will never know.” – Anonymous Painted Hills is considered to be one of the 7 Wonders of Oregon. I just had to see it. I left Bend at 5 am and began my journey while it was still dark outside. It was a 2-hour drive to Mitchell. A very lonely…
Chasing Benham Falls
“I like this place and could willingly waste my time in it.” – William Shakespeare Benham Falls is rated as Class 5 rapids located between Sunriver and Bend, Oregon. These are angry rapids that are quite mesmerizing with its intensity. I loved it. I drove straight to the trailhead which was an easy walk from…
