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Keys View Joshua Tree National Park | Exploring Joshua Tree National Park

Keys View Joshua Tree National Park | Exploring Joshua Tree National Park

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Keys View | Joshus Tree National Park Keys View is an epic lookout in Joshua Tree National Park that is accessible to ALL visitors to the park.  It features a wheelchair accessible paved trail to views of the San Andreas fault, Mt. San Jacinto, Mt. San Gorgonio and the Salton Sea.  The ever-popular Keys View trail is .25 miles with benches throughout for you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the breathtaking view. Why Visit First reason is the breathtaking views….

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Catalina Island Day Trip | Visit Santa Catalina Island

Catalina Island Day Trip | Visit Santa Catalina Island

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Santa Catalina Island Looking for a memorable California vacation? Want to spend the day on a island that makes you feel as if you’re on a European vacation but in reality, you’re just off the coast of Southern California?!?! If you say no, we all know you’re lying through your teeth! And if you said yes then hop on the Catalina Express and head to Santa Catalina Island. How to Get to Catalina Island Catalina Island is part of the…

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Havalina House Near Joshua Tree National Park | Mojave Desert Retreat | Pet Friendly Desert Homestead

Havalina House Near Joshua Tree National Park | Mojave Desert Retreat | Pet Friendly Desert Homestead

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If you’re venturing out to Joshua Tree National Park you may be bombarded with a ton of housing options on your getaway. You can camp, you can glamp, you can stay in a hotel, you can rent some bizzaro tepee tents, or you can rent a house. Since I like to bring little Lemon with me and it gets rather hot out in the desert, I usually opt out of the camping option. And I’m a sucker for unique cool…

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Barker Dam Joshua Tree | Barker Dam Nature Trail | Explore Joshua Tree Barker Dam

Barker Dam Joshua Tree | Barker Dam Nature Trail | Explore Joshua Tree Barker Dam

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The Barker Dam Nature Trail in Joshua Tree National Park is a 1.1 mile loop where you can enjoy the vast landscape of Joshua Tree as well as learn about the history of the area. Barker Dam History Barker Dam was built around 1900 by early cattle ranchers in the area. They used the dam to hold water for their cattle. Along with having the water for mining usage. Today, if it does happen to rain, the dam will fill up with…

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Limestone Canyon | The Grand Canyon of Orange County | The Sinks

Limestone Canyon | The Grand Canyon of Orange County | The Sinks

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Hitting the trails at Limestone Canyon on access day. The Grand Canyon of Orange County Confession: When I’m back home it can be hard for me to get motivated to do new things. I don’t know why this is, I’m so good at adventuring when I’m out of my element. Maybe it’s cause I absolutely love the home I have built for my tiny family, or cause my bed is extra comfy, or maybe it’s the simple fact that I…

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The mountains are calling, so we obviously went!

The mountains are calling, so we obviously went!

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I just got back from my first backpacking trip, and I love it. I sure hope Lemon feels the same way because we’ll be going often. I’ve always wanted to get into backpacking, but it seemed so intimidating. The amount of money you have to shell out for the gear, the thought of being away from civilization with only the items you have on your back, and the fear that little Lemon wouldn’t be able to hike a mountain, made…

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What To Do in Joshua Tree

What To Do in Joshua Tree

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Joshua Tree is one of those places I have wanted to visit for years but just couldn’t find the right timing. Finally, was able to visit this summer and I have some great tips and suggestions for anyone else making the trek out to the desert. Where to eat and get your coffee fix One of the best recommendation I received for Joshua Tree was for food and coffee. When you visit make sure to go to  Pie for the…

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