17 Secret (And Not So Secret) Swimming Spots in Texas To Cool Off This Summer
Moving to California’s Central Coast from Texas, I’ve come to miss a few things about the Lone Star State. One of those being: swimming holes. Growing up in a small…
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Looking for the best natural hot springs or waterfalls you can swim in? Wanting the best California beach to vacation at this summer, or secret swimming holes to hit up with friends? We got you covered.
12 Unique Things to Do in Rarotonga For An Epic Cook Islands Vacation!
(Updated in 2022!) Crystal clear blue lagoons, rugged green mountain tops, warm tropical breezes, fresh seafood… welcome to Rarotonga. With two girlfriends by my side, we explored Rarotonga for a…
19+ Insanely Cool Things To Do In San Diego + Weekend Getaway Itinerary
Cotton candy sunsets, snorkeling next to leopard sharks, iced lattes, colorful murals, insanely good beer & overall chill vibes — San Deigo is one of those cities that I can’t…
Rainbow Pools: Helpful Tips For The Best Yosemite Swimming Hole
Right outside Yosemite National Park is probably one of the best swimming holes in all of California. After spending a few hours splashing around at Rainbow Falls, I knew this…
Swim In A Cave! Exactly How To Find Natural Bridges Sonora Swimming Hole
Somewhere deep in the mountains is a large cavern with a deep stream cutting through it. On a hot summer day, it’s a wickedly cool (literally and figurately) place to…
Float To Beer: A Tranquil Afternoon Kayaking Sugar River Wisconsin
Minutes after launching our kayaks into the Sugar River, we pulled out cold Spotted Cows, leaned back and started our lazy 2-hour float down the river. Next time you find…
How To Find A Hidden Rope Swing While Kayaking Avila Beach
We knew we’d find a lighthouse and wildflowers during our kayak paddle, but when I saw that rope swing overlooking San Luis Obispo County, I think I screamed a little…
Pinecrest Lake Camping: Best Sites + Fun Things To Do At This Epic California Lake
Swimming, mountain views, waterfall hikes, kayaking, boating, movie nights — Pinecrest Lake is a truly special gem in California that’s been a summer tradition for generations of families. And we…
McCloud Falls: Must-Know Hiking Tips & Huge Area Travel Guide
And so there I was, at the crack of dawn, floating in the pool below Middle McCloud Falls. Yes, it was freezing, but I also felt so insanely alive… McCloud…
How To Find Magic Carpet Pink Flowers At Montara State Beach
For years I’ve trekked down the Pacific Coast Highway and I always spotted blooming pink flowers on the bluffs of Montara Beach. But it wasn’t until this spring that I…
4 Reasons You Need To Visit Morro Rock Beach At Sunrise
It was 6:05am and we were racing against time to make it to Morro Rock Beach for sunrise. Hotel coffee in hand and sleepiness in our eyes, we drove past…