Dominic Pascucci
We opted to use our own head lamps. We probably should have just rented the super powerful high beam flashlights they had. We still could navigate but probably missed out on a lot of the details of the tunnel. It is 100% pitch black. We turned off our lights a couple times and you could see you hand in front of your face. Really fun experience just don’t be afraid of the dark. Also be sure to check out the Lava Butte Cinder Cone up the road.
5.0
We planned a trip to glacier with the sole purpose of doing this bike ride from west glacier. It was absolutely amazing!! If you can, get an e-bike it will be godsend as the first half is pretty much all uphill. The e-bike will allow you to see more of your scenery since you won’t be huffing and puffing. Besides the amazing mountain landscape we also road by a bear or more so the bear waited for us to pass before it darted out of the trees. Definitely a great experience! Be sure to read the reports as the road is opened to cars later in the summer.
5.0
This hot spring is less than 1/2 mile off the highway. And a very short walk from the parking area. It's a great place to soak after a day of adventuring or for a mid road trip soak. The views of the Sawtooth's are unbelievable. If you can come for a sunset, you'll probably have some great views.
5.0
This is a pretty easy hike. Parking is little tricky, but we were able to park in the campground but not sure you would be able to do that when it was busy. The hike takes you along the shore of the lake. It's well signed and easy enough to find. We had a rainy day and passed fellow soakers are our way in and out. Once you arrive you'll find some pools hand dug in the lava rock shore of the lake. I'd suggest bringing a pool scoop to clear the pools out of debris and pollen. And I small shovel to make a little more room in the pools as the lava rock collapses in often. You could also use your hands or feet to make some more room. These pools are relatively shallow and if you dig them too deep, you'll probably have a really cold soak. But this hike, the views, the soak, are well worth it. Definitely a place to visit again if ever in the Bend area.
5.0
Be prepared to have your heart pumping! I thought I could do the sand ladder in one go without resting, but I was so wrong. I needed a couple breaks to catch my breath and my heart was pumping hard. But totally worth it. The Sand Ladder can be linked up with other trails in The Presidio and can be done on it's own. Park at Baker Beach and walk along the beach to the ladder, then up you go. Short distance but tiring. Extend it and walk to the bridge!
5.0
Reservations can be tricky but it's worth it. We had perfect weather which lead to perfect sunsets from the cabins dining table!! The cabins are rustic and offer no electricity but that adds to the charm. Just bring some string lights. Our cabin had plenty of sleeping space for 4. And be sure to check out the beach below the cabin. Unlike nearby by Stinson, the steep ravine beach will not have crowds. The cabin makes for a great base camp for exploring Mt Tam or nearby Pt Reyes. It's a magical place!
5.0
This was a very accessible hot spring with a very short hike. Parking is on the side of highway 21. The day we arrived there was a park service employee there collecting park fees. Some people weren't paying and it looked like they were getting ticketed. There's an old campground (maybe it's open at certain times of the year) that you walk through to get to the Spring. Great place to picnic at. At the end of the campground is one tub but keep going and you'll find several pools and a small waterfall. The waterfall was like a shower!!! But it was so hot, I could not stand completely under it. The payette river was flowing strong the day we visited so be careful and stay close to the rock wall. Totally worth the stop and the fee to enter/park.
5.0
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