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This hike/run has a parking lot at the trailhead and easy street parking if the lot is full. The trails provide great views of the area with slight inclines for a little extra workout. This is a great spot to get some movement before indulging in a Napa wedding weekend or wine tasting.

If you're visiting Chiang Mai and making a day trip to Doi Inthanon National Park, this is a must see. These pagodas were built for the king and queen as presents. On top of the historical significance, there is also a stunning garden view where you can take a break and catch your breath after a long day of touring around waterfalls in the park.

Did this hike with my dad in a little less than 2 hours. There wasn't too much elevation and gain and the trail was well maintained. This was a great autumn hike with plenty of fall colors along the trail. Once you get to the falls, there are a few different viewpoints to see the falls. In terms of crowds, we went on a Friday and maybe saw 10 people along the trail. If you're worried about losing service and navigation, as you head into the forrest on Wind River Rd (from PDX), there will be a sign on the right-hand side pointing to the trailhead. Also, we made the drive in a rental camry, so low clearance is possible, but with how many potholes there are in the last mile, higher clearance would have been nice.

This is a pretty quick hike to oneonta falls at the end of the gorge. I'd suggest wearing shoes with a sticky sole as you'll have to climb over logs and other slippery surfaces. Please exercise caution and move at a comfortable pace to avoid falling. Definitely go during the week if you can as other reviews have mentioned that the gorge gets pretty crowded on summer weekends.

This run is from the top of the Peak Chair all the way down to the Creekside Gondola on the Whistler side of the mountain. If you're snowboarding and decide to connect to other runs off the lower part of peak to creek, keep in mind that there are cat tracks, which lead to a fair amount of unclipping. It's important to note that if the lift's running, it closes at ~3pm. This makes for a great last run then straight into Dusty's for nachos and beer.

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01/26/17

The trail for this hike starts off uphill with a little gravel, but isn't too tough. The trail gets much easier as you begin to flatten out and then head down to the waterfall. Be sure to go after a recent rain to see the waterfall at its best.

Camp Navarro is an amazing campground located 2.5 hours north of San Francisco in Mendocino county. Yes, the drive is a little windy once you hit the 128, but it's well worth it once you make it to Navarro. There's something for everyone at the campground: creeks, swimming holes, campfires, beautiful redwoods, etc. This is a must-do if you're looking to have a group camp out!

This is a great hike if you have time and are in the Kailua area. There are two trailheads you can park at. The directions for the trailhead on The Outbound put you in a little less crowded neighborhood with more parking, but the hike to the pillboxes is longer. This hike is moderate (it can be a little tough if you're bringing the whole family and/or don't have great shoes for the trail). You'll be walking on roots, rocks, and tackling a decent incline on the way up. Once you make it to the ridgeline, the hike becomes much easier. If you want a shorter hike to the pillboxes, the trailhead is at 21.38847,-157.7222644.

This is a great way to stretch your legs and get a little exercise on angel island. With that said, you want to keep an eye on the weather. The day I hiked up Livermore, it was pretty foggy, so the views toward San Francisco and the Golden Gate weren't visible. I'm sure on the right day at the right time, it's unbeatable.

This hike is a quick hour roundtrip unless you plan to stay and jump off the rock on the south side of the lake. You can also continue on the trail to Duck Lake or Pika Lake.

Iron Mountain made for a great hike/run at the end of the day. I went on a weekday, so it wasn't too crowded. I saw a handful of folks on the trail with their dogs. If you have an hour to an hour and a half, this is great spot to stretch the legs and get a little exercise. Catch your breath at the summit with views overlooking Park City.

This spot on the Russian River is about an hour and a half north of San Francisco (traffic dependent). The canoe trip down the river is pretty easy with calm water almost the entire way. There are plenty of great spots to pull off for lunch and a few rope swings along the route if you're up for it. If you have shoes you don't care about or water shoes, I'd recommend bringing them if you plan on wading through the river bed. If you're headed back to SF afterward, it's a quick side trip to stop by Russian River Brewing.

Great spot to soak in the views and relax just a few miles down highway 395 from Mammoth Lakes. Don't head there on the weekends if you're hoping to get the hot spring to yourself.

On a sunny San Francisco day, the Sutro Baths are a great stop especially to enjoy a sunset. If you time it right, you can hike there via Lands End, then hike back before it's too dark. If you don't have time to hike as well, there's parking right near the baths (parking lot and street parking). Once you've gotten your fill, I'd recommend heading to Park Chalet or Tee Off (clement btwn 32nd and 33rd) for a bite and a beer.

Saddle Rock is a good hike/run and a close option if you're staying in Santa Barbara. The uphill portions aren't tough, but good enough to get a sweat going and the trail is pretty well established. There were a few small creek crossings when I did this hike as it was raining really hard all weekend, but during drier weather, it shouldn't be too challenging. At the high point, you'll come across a heart-shaped gathering of rocks.

This is a great hike if you can do it on a weekday or during the winter months to avoid the crowds. The drive is only about 20 miles from Seattle, so you can get there pretty quickly on a weekend morning. Be sure to bring a jacket if you hang out at the top to watch the paragliders.

I typically do this hike in reverse starting at the parking lot for Tennessee Valley (from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Tennessee Valley parking lot is ~20 mins). As Liane mentioned, Pirate's Cove is a great stop off -- if you've got a little more time, throw some sandwiches in your pack and have lunch there.

You can park at the top or bottom of the trail. I prefer the parking at the bottom and getting the hard work out of the way in the beginning. This dog-friendly trail is enjoyable year-round, but best if you can get it just after a recent rain. I hiked here right after one of the big el niño storms and it was amazing to see the falls really flowing! This is a solid hike for a day date too. Make sure to hit up Gestalt Haus on the way back through Fairfax.

If you park at the top of the hill, Billy Goat has a nice area to sit, relax, and take in the San Francisco views. Hopefully you brought a jacket, it gets cold...and if you really planned ahead, maybe a coffee and a burrito! Obviously having the swing at the park is awesome bonus! The swing is known to break or be missing, so check IG before heading out there if that's your main draw.

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11/08/15

The hike up to Heart Lake has a little incline, but isn't too tough. The hike can be done in less than an hour excluding time at the lake. There's a parking lot at the trailhead so as long as it's not a summer holiday weekend, it should be fairly easy to get a spot. You're also really close to town, so when I finish up I like to head to Mammoth Brewing for a bite and a beer after.

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10/29/15

June is a great spot if you're looking to explore a little outside of Mammoth Lakes. The drive a quick 20 minute drive up the 395. If you're looking for a relaxing day, grab a bite at the food truck (the brewery isn't half bad either) and head out to lake to enjoy the views.

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10/27/15

If you're planning your first trip to Big Sur or have never seen McWay Falls, it's a must do. Access to the overlook is really easy -- there's a parking lot, but also roadside parking on the west side of Highway 1 followed by a short walk. If you can swing it, plan your visit for sunset.

I grew skiing Mammoth, so I've headed there more than a few seasons. My favorite lodge to get started from is Eagle. Get there early to get ahead of the crowds then ski down to 9 -- snow permitting. You can get plenty of great runs on this side of the mountain while avoiding some of the more crowded parts of the mountain. Other favorites include chairs 5, 12, 13&14 and if the snow is good, 25. If the weather is decent, outpost 14 and the Mill are great places to grab a bite outside. The Mill is also great for apres as you can catch the shuttle back if needed.

Running this path along the water is one of the most scenic runs in the city. The run is mostly dirt until you hit the last stretch near fort point, which is paved leading up to the Golden Gate Bridge. Be ready to deal with crowds if you run it on the weekend.