Winter storm detour leads to unexpectedly exploring Pinnacles National Park and an adventure of stunning landscapes and wildlife encounters.

I can’t help but reflect on the progression that our camping adventures have taken over the years. From our initial camping trip in a small tent, sleeping on the ground in borrowed sleeping bags and cooking all our meals over a campfire in 40-degree weather; to a larger tent with room to stand and fit the added comfort of an air mattress, and enjoy the ease of a cooking on a portable camp stove; to the arrangements we have now. It has been a little over one year since we upg

Another rainy camping weekend, but compared to our previous storm, this weekend at Mt. Charleston provided an enjoyable mist of relaxation.

Having had our summer camping trips canceled, we were ready for a night under the stars and a scenic overlook at Hilltop was just the thing.