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The Siyeh Pass trail is a point to point hike from Siyeh Bend, over Siyeh Pass, to Saint Mary Lake.

day hikingLily TangFebruary 16, 2021Glacier National Park, moderateComment

These 5 hikes in the SF Bay Area are perfect for getting some fresh air and quality time with nature on your weekend excursions.

day hikingLily TangJuly 29, 2020California Comment

Hiking the Grinnell Glacier Trail in Glacier National Park

The Grinnell Glacier trail has glacial lakes, wildflower meadows, and unobscured cliffside views that culminate in an up-close look at Grinnell Glacier and Upper Grinnell Lake.

day hikingLily TangJuly 25, 2020Glacier National Park, moderateComment

Backpacking Half Dome in the Off-Season, Yosemite National Park

With stunning waterfalls, technical climbing, and panoramic views, backpacking to the top of Half Dome when the cables are down is the ultimate adventure.

backpacking, trip reportLily TangJuly 22, 2020Yosemite, California, overnight, difficult Comments

Four Lakes Loop via Stoney Ridge Trail, Trinity Alps

The Four Lakes Loop connects 4 alpine lakes in the heart of the Red Trinities, the east side of the Trinity Alps.

backpacking, trip reportLily TangJuly 6, 2020Trinity Alps Wilderness, California, multi-night, difficultComment

Rae Lakes Loop, Kings Canyon National Park

Rae Lakes Loop is a multi-day backpacking loop through the remote, high Sierras of the east side of Kings Canyon National Park.

Day 3 - Urriðafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Sólheimajökull

Day 3 began our drive down Route 1, which is commonly known as the Ring Road. The main attractions of the day were several waterfalls and a glacier hiking tour.

travelLily TangFebruary 13, 2019Iceland Comments

Day 2 - Golden Circle

The Golden Circle is a popular sightseeing route that connects Gullfoss, the Haukadalur (Geysir) geothermal area, and Þingvellir National Park.

travelLily TangFebruary 12, 2019IcelandComment

Day 1 - Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon is a geothermal spa and one of the most recognizable destinations in Iceland.

travelLily TangFebruary 3, 2019IcelandComment

Fairy Pools

The Fairy Pools are a series of waterfalls and emerald pools formed by the River Brittle as it cascades down from the Black Cuillin mountains.

day hikingLily TangMarch 29, 2018Isle of SkyeComment

Old Man of Storr

The Old Man of Storr is probably the first place that comes to mind when you think of Isle of Skye. It's dramatic, eerie, and ancient.

day hikingLily TangMarch 26, 2018Isle of SkyeComment

Brother's Point (Rubha nam Brathairean)

Brother's Point is a headland 10-minute north from Old Man of Storr. The walk to Brother's Point traverses grassy bogland and a pebble beach accompanied by views of the rugged coastline.

day hikingLily TangJanuary 3, 2018Isle of SkyeComment