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The Reopening of Chantry Flat

After a four-year closure, we headed back to Chantry Flat Recreation Area in the Angeles National Forest. While life- and the trail- has changed some, there is still much adventure to be shared in Big Santa Anita Canyon.

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Arizona Adventures: Pinetop-Lakeside Trails

Nestled in Arizona's White Mountains, Pinetop-Lakeside offers many opportunities for adventures. With miles of hiking trails, lakes, and scenic vistas, there is much to explore in these great outdoors.

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Hiking the Angeles: Mt. Hillyer

On a clear October morning, we continued our trek through the Angeles National Forest, this time taking a quiet route to Mt. Hillyer. This picturesque trail takes hikers through pine forests and boulder field. At the summit, there are gorgeous panoramic views of the San Gabriel Mountains.

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Idyllwild, California

Tucked into the San Jacinto Mountains, Idyllwild, California is an idyllic retreat from the desert below. With miles of nearby hiking trails, dining, shopping, and the arts, this town offers something for everyone- including a chance to meet Mayor Max and his deputies.

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The Forest, the Beach, The Hague

In the sixth and last post of our Netherlands adventure, the Cranky Camper family visits the forest and the beaches of The Hague, with Pippa the bunny going on her first beach outing.