Melynda Bergen

Whether you are an intermediate or advanced paddler, there are amazing options in Nootka Sound. No matter where you end up going within this area you will likely see seals, sea lions, bears, and an array of sea birds; if you're lucky you may even see whales, wolves, cougars and otters. This area used to be populated by thousands of Nuu-chah-nulth people, but now is almost entirely desolate, lea...

LMPL (let's be honest, the full name is a mouthful) is situated just below the crest of Merced Pass, and can be accessed by hiking south from Yosemite Valley, or north from Chiquito Pass. This is a stunning and much less crowded spot to camp, or a great way to access some of the less climbed mountains like Merced, Ottoway, or Red Peak. In this write-up, I will outline the route starting from th...