Shaver Lake Stories

California Trees Stand Tall as Our Elders

Francis Mendoza

From the joshua tree in the Mojave to the giant sequoias in the high sierra, to the ancient bristlecones overlooking Payahuunadü and the coastal redwoods in the north, California offers the oldest, largest, tallest and most unique tree elders in the world.

10 Awesome Places to Snowshoe in California

Sara Sheehy

Winter outings in the Golden State.

Solo Adventuring while Living the Van Life

Michael Wigle

When you're thinking about a solo adventure, look no further than joining the van life!

Drinkin’ from the Devil's Punchbowl

Masa Kato

Hiking through and learning the history of a relatively hidden alien landscape on the outskirts of Los Angeles.

River Rafting, Hiking, and Camping: An Epic California Road Trip

The Outbound Collective

Road trips, rafting, friends, and memories...what more can you ask for this summer?

8 Amazing Private Campsites in California

The Outbound Collective

Finding a secluded and beautiful campsite in California doesn't need to be so tough.

3 Days of Chasing Wildflowers in Southern California

Michael Fricke

When California blooms it is spectacular!

Working at a National Park: Cada Día es un Buen Día

Latino Outdoors

My experience growing up as a first-generation immigrant in the United States and not having done all of this stuff is not uncommon, however. It turns out a lot of my mostly Latino friends didn’t get into the outdoors until they left home.

Nights Like This One Are Worth It

Benjamin Canevari

We spent more time in the car than we did out of it, but that's fine and not entirely unusual.

Our Favorite Men's Wetsuits for Surfing

The Outbound Collective

The right suit can mean catching more waves. Catching more waves is always a good thing.

Celebrate California's first "Surfing Day" on September 20th

Allison Foster

California declares surfing the official state sport and September 20th "Surfing Day".

On the John Muir Trail Northbound with MT Sobek

Sonja Saxe

This trip has it all: 100 scenic miles on the JMT, countless alpine lakes, high mountain passes, and great camaraderie!

From the Sea to the Sky: Road Tripping California's Central Coast

Meghan Young

If you are looking for world class adventure on land *and* the sea, the Central Coast of California is hard to beat. Here is how we spent a week of outdoor adventure, food and fun.

Mono Lake: One of the Best Stops on US-395

AJ Johnson

One of the most wildly convenient beauties in Northern California.

How Hiking the John Muir Trail Changed Me

Morgan Woodhouse

Hiking 211 miles through the Sierra's pushed me to my limits and was the reality check that I so desperately needed

3 Days of Exploring Canyons and Chasing Sunsets in Southern California

Michael Fricke

An awesome long weekend in the desert.

A Solo Sierra Sprint

Jake Young

The City Skyline Challenge, hosted by Outward Bound California

Amelia Vigil

Calling all thrill seekers, brave climbers, and stunt lovers! Rappel from the 46th floor of the Hilton San Francisco Union Square to raise scholarship funds for local youth, young adults, and veterans.

25 Photos from My 1,500 Mile Motorcycle Ride through California and Oregon

Drew Perlmutter

1,500 miles. 4 days. 2 states. 1 awesome adventure - a photo essay

3 Awesome California NPS Sites You Should Check Out

Michael Fricke

Parks are cool, but check out NPS monuments, preserves, and recreation areas too. They're cool too!

8 Tips for Backpacking California's Lost Coast

Melissa Chen

Solitude on California's rugged coast

How to Plan Your Thru-Hike on the John Muir Trail

Austin Trigg

Quick tips for a sick trip down the JMT!

Why I Love California's Northern Coast

Benjamin Canevari

It's green and lush. It's wild and unpredictable. It's one of my favorite places I've ever been.

If You're Driving I-5 through Northern California, Make a Stop at Castle Crags State Park

Michael Fricke

Exploring a few miles off a stretch of I-5 I've driven many times