Danielle Vilaplana, Author at Wildland Trekking Just another WordPress site Mon, 06 Jun 2022 12:38:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3 The Ultimate Guide to Yosemite National Park https://wildlandtrekking.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-yosemite-national-park/ https://wildlandtrekking.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-yosemite-national-park/#respond Wed, 13 Apr 2022 17:28:00 +0000 https://wildlandtrekking.com/?p=43475 Photo by Dan Newman on Unsplash Yosemite National Park is one of the crown jewels of the National Park Service. Enormous Sequoia trees dwarf visitors and granite walls tower thousands of feet over the Merced River in unusually smooth, sheer shapes. The park is famous for its many influential admirers, such as Ansel Adams and […]

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Yosemite National Park is one of the crown jewels of the National Park Service. Enormous Sequoia trees dwarf visitors and granite walls tower thousands of feet over the Merced River in unusually smooth, sheer shapes. The park is famous for its many influential admirers, such as Ansel Adams and John Muir, the latter of whom described the Sierra Nevada as the “range of light” and advocated fiercely for Yosemite’s preservation. 

The granite that makes Yosemite so famous became exposed 65 million years ago and was deeply carved by streams as the mountains began to uplift. Many of the present landforms existed before the glacial period and owe their striking appearance to erosion, but the glaciers’ effects can be seen in the lakes, U-shaped valleys, polished granite, and rounded domes of the Sierra.

Read on for a comprehensive guide to Yosemite National Park and discover why it’s the ultimate multi-sport destination.

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The desert is a revered and intimidating landscape. Beautifully austere at best and highly cruel at worst, even experienced hikers can be thrown off guard by its volatility. Often, temperatures reach well into the 100s. When the rain does fall, a gaunt layer of soil channels excess water into turbulent floods. But, catch the desert at golden hour and watch the wildlife emerge — it’s a magical experience that anyone can enjoy with a little preparation. 

Each desert ecosystem — from the Colorado Plateau of Utah to the Sonoran Desert of Arizona — has unique characteristics. However, the same general recreation guidelines apply. Read our tips below for how to hike in the desert so you can have a safe and enjoyable trip to these stark, wild landscapes.

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]]> https://wildlandtrekking.com/blog/how-to-hike-in-the-desert/feed/ 0 A Guide to Jackson Hole: The Gateway to the Tetons https://wildlandtrekking.com/blog/a-guide-to-jackson-hole/ https://wildlandtrekking.com/blog/a-guide-to-jackson-hole/#respond Tue, 25 May 2021 19:58:40 +0000 https://wildlandtrekking.com/?p=31433 Entering the valley (or “hole”) in Jackson, Wyoming is a dramatic affair no matter how you arrive. Flights land beneath the jagged peaks of Grand Teton National Park, and the drive from any direction involves impressive mountain passes and canyons. It’s a striking entryway to a striking town, one rich in trapping history, Rockefellers, and […]

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]]> Entering the valley (or “hole”) in Jackson, Wyoming is a dramatic affair no matter how you arrive. Flights land beneath the jagged peaks of Grand Teton National Park, and the drive from any direction involves impressive mountain passes and canyons. It’s a striking entryway to a striking town, one rich in trapping history, Rockefellers, and questionable land grabs that bequeathed us with our current National Parks.

Jackson is the base camp for adventures in Grand Teton National Park and some parts of Yellowstone National Park. The endless outdoor recreation is surely the main attraction, but you’ll find plenty of things to do in Jackson Hole itself. Wyoming’s lack of income tax turned the town into a millionaire and billionaire haven, and that wealth has allowed restaurants and boutiques to flourish. So while Jackson is an atypical outdoor gateway town, it is well worth exploring. Our guide to Jackson Hole will help you avoid the crowds and fuel your adventures with the best places to eat and rest.

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