California, Camping, Dogs, Hiking, Opinion, Outdoors, Uncategorized

Hiking the Angeles: The Top of Brown Mountain Dam

Returning to a favorite haunt, the Cranky Camper explores the top of Brown Mountain Dam in the Angeles National Forest.

California, Dogs, Family, Hiking, Holidays, pets, Rabbits, Uncategorized, Writing

Happy Gotcha Day, Owen: Ten Years of Love and Adventure

With gratitude and joy, we celebrate ten years journeying with our beloved pup.

American West, California, Camping, Dogs, Family, Hiking, Holidays, Lunch, National Parks, Opinion, Outdoors, Style, Traditions, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, Writing

A Happy Dog at Happy Isles

Bark Ranger Owen Parker and crew trek to Yosemite National Park for a magical winter visit.

American West, California, Dogs, Hiking, Historic Sites, Outdoors, Travel, Uncategorized, Writing

Hiking the Angeles: Mt. Wilson Trail to First Water and Orchard Camp

The San Gabriel Mountains has miles of hiking trails, with many opportunities for adventures. The Mt. Wilson Trail has several points of interest that make for fun stops up to Mt. Wilson or as hikes on their own.