Hiking – Page 13 – The Cranky Camper

American West, California, Hiking, Outdoors, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Writing

Jones Peak, revisited

February 7, 2023April 11, 2024 thecrankycamper

On a clear, sun-soaked day, the Cranky Camper revisits a low, but challenging peak at the front of the San Gabriel Mountains.

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

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

January 10, 2023May 5, 2026 thecrankycamper

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

November 24, 2022May 5, 2026 thecrankycamper

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

California, Hiking, Holidays, Outdoors, Safety, Travel, Uncategorized, Writing

Hiking in a Winter Wonderland

November 7, 2022June 20, 2025 thecrankycamper

The Cranky Camper shares her experience hiking underprepared in unexpected snow with lessons learned.

Hiking, Historic Sites, History, Midwest, Outdoors, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, Writing

Ha Ha Tonka State Park

October 19, 2022April 12, 2024 thecrankycamper

Ha Ha Tonka State Park in MIssouri's Ozarks features green forests, lovely vistas, and natural bridges thanks to karst topography. It also protects the ruins of a 1900s European castle.