The scenery around Yosemite leaves me breathless. Inspiring waterfalls and rock formations that leave you wondering how on Earth could they have been created so beautifully. There's obviously geological reasoning that occured over millions of years behind this but whatever you know what I mean.

Yosemite Falls

Visiting Yosemite Valley in the winter has its pros and cons. Pros: less people, more campsites, it's quieter, the snow, and the clouds look cool around the mountains. Cons: less access to roads such as mariposa grove or glacier point, less water on waterfalls, little water on the river, and the roads could be slippery or full of snow depending on the weather. Luckily, we didn't incur harsh weather. (Actually, one day was super cloudy and the next day was super sunny)

Hodgdon Meadows - behind the campsites

This is a simple 2 day itinerary for Yosemite that consists of no hiking and staying in the valley. Leaving plenty of time to enjoy picnics or relaxing by your campsite amongst the trees. Tip: Hodgdon Meadows is a first come-first serve campsite during fall-winter, I highly recommend it, there is always a lot of space!

Yosemite's Tunnel View (Hwy 40)

Bridal Veil Falls from parking lot

Bridal Veil Falls

Cathedral Rocks

Yosemite Falls (trail)

Lower Yosemite Falls

Merced River - you can see a glimpse of Yosemite Falls

Half Dome

Cascade Creek (Big Oak Flat Road)

Not included in these pictures were views of El Capitan, playing in the snow, or even walking on the swinging bridge. Whether you're coming here for a week or a day, fall, winter, or summer, Yosemite is a wonderful sight to see. Just look at me and Felix gazing at Yosemite Falls :)

Dear friends,

Spring is here and although certain regions of California have become let’s say “tourist friendly”, other regions have not haha. It’s still randomly raining or snowing at some forests which make it hard for basic people like me to hike around. None the less, I’ll stop nagging and talk about my recent trip to Eldorado National Forest! Literally about an hour away from Sacramento, this forest is full of adventures and beauty that should not be secreted away. If you’re a local, you’ll probably remember Sly Park.

I was lucky enough to visit this forest last weekend, and below is a collection of my memory in JPG format from this trip.

On the side of the road, you will come across Bridal Veil Fall. Take a break from the drive, and let this moment sink in. It's worth  to sight see.

I have been yearning to see some forest fog, it's breathtaking to me. 

We actually found camping in desolation areas, which is my favorite type of camping.

This little sly park waterfall is actually man made! It is a very fun hike and easy for kids! 

Jenkinson Lake is a dream lake surrounded by pine trees and its serenity fills me within. 

I have tried to make this post countless times, but have been spending more time at work or doing schoolwork. It was time I feed my personal hobbies. I hope life is treating you all well, stay afloat. This world is ours, we must appreciate and take care of it (:

Quick Links :) 

https://www.yelp.com/biz/bridal-veil-falls-pollock-pines

http://slyparklake.com/