Jean-Claude Linossi
I am retired and I have always liked the great outdoors. I have been hiking most of my adult life. I like to take pictures of beautiful landscapes and plants.
Company Mill Trail
Cary, North Carolina
5.0
5.13 mi
/ 620 ft gain
Start your hike from the Reedy Creek Parking Area. Hike through the woods down to the Reedy Creek. At this point, cross the bridge and hike along the river to the ruins of an old mill and some nice rock formations. Continue up the hill to the River Creek Multi-use trail and then back down the hill to the parking area. In the right season (spring), you may see lots of wildflowers along the way!
Drive the Red Rock Canyon Scenic Loop
Las Vegas, Nevada
4.5
12 mi
Begin your drive from the visitor center. Drive along the scenic highway and stop at one of the multiple parking areas to get out of the car, stretch your legs, and hike some the trails starting from the parking area. There is a variety of easy to moderate difficulty trails stemming from the parking areas. There are wonderful views along this highway. This loop is best traveled slowly to take i...
Hike the Picacho Mountain
Las Cruces, New Mexico
3 mi
/ 1200 ft gain
This is a somewhat strenuous hike up Picacho Mountain. The trail is 3 miles round trip and has an elevation gain of 1200 ft. Great views from the top and also many cacti species can be seen along the trail.
Explore the Dona Ana Mountains
2572-2598 Desert Wind Way, New Mexico
5.0
2 mi
/ 1000 ft gain
The Dona Ana Mountains offer a variety of outdoor fun. Hiking, rock climbing, wildflowers and petroglyphs.
There are several different ranges to explore with arches, steep cliffs and also easy trails.
The elevation gain changes depending which trails you decide to take.
You can also access the mountains from different roads on east side or west side.
I have been to these ountains on differ...
Drive the Scenic Byway 12 in Utah
Panguitch, Utah
5.0
The Scenic HWY 12 is a great stretch en route to Bryce Canyon. Stop at the overlooks and take in the beautiful surrounding scenery. The red rocks are spectacular!
Visit the Cathedral of Our Lady of Chartres
Chartres, FranceTake the time to explore the interior as well as the exterior of this great cathedral. Get your share of pictures of this historic location and be sure to take the time to explore the old city of Chartres.
Osha Loop Trail
Cloudcroft, New Mexico
5.0
2.51 mi
/ 331 ft gain
Pleasant hike located in the higher elevations of the Sacramento Mountains. Fairly easy hike through forests and meadows. Very good views of the mountains, Whitesands National Monument, and Cloudcroft. Abundant wildflowers in the summer. Good opportunity to connect to other trails in the area. Much cooler temperatures than in the valleys in the summer. The trail is also good to see some fall co...
Visit Keukenhof Botanical Gardens
Lisse, Netherlands
4.0
Keukenhof is best visited in the spring when all the tulips, daffodils and other bulbs are in full bloom. There are numerous paths meandering through the flower beds. It is a great place to take photographs. There is a nice restaurant in the park if you need to grab a bite.
Keukenhof is easily accessed by bus, car or train.
Hike to Massacre Peak
Las Cruces, New Mexico
2 mi
/ 700 ft gain
There is not a designated trail here. You will have to find your own way up the mesa. The climb is rated as moderate is about 2 miles long. There is an elevation gain of about 700 ft. Good views from the top.
Hike the Sierra Vista Trail
Las Cruces, New Mexico
29 mi
/ 500 ft gain
The trail follows the foothills of the Organ Mountains. The terrain is hilly but not very difficult to hike. There are some steep laces and also some sandy places. I have only hiked sections of the trail at different occasions . There are a lot of interesting plants along the trail. The trail is nice to hike at anytime of the year.
Hike the Vertigo Ridge Trail
El Paso, Texas
1.1 mi
/ 265 ft gain
Start your hike from the Stanton Street parking area. The trail starts a little steep at first but then levels out. There are several connections to other trails. There is a good view of a small canyon and also a cave. The cave is not accessible since it is on the side of a canyon. In the spring, there are many cacti in bloom and in the summer many wildflowers. Good views of the Franklin Mount...
Hike the Lower and Upper Foothills Trails
El Paso, Texas
8 mi
/ 500 ft gain
Hike both trails and enjoy some very good views of the Franklin Mountains and the abundance of wildflowers particularly at the end of the summer. In the fall, enjoy the many beautiful grasses. The trails are not too steep but long and are a pleasure to hike in sections. Bikers would not have any problems biking the whole length of the trails. Here is a map of Franklin Mountains.
Hike up Alamo Mountain
Dell City, New Mexico
4 mi
/ 1500 ft gain
There is actually not a trail. You will have to scramble up the mountain. There are good views of some very nice petroglyphs and great views of the Otero Mesa from the top.
Drive the Lake Valley Back Country Scenic Byway
County Road A027, New MexicoHighway 27 stretches from Highway 26, west of Hatch, to Hillsboro, NM. where it merges with NM 152. From there drive east to Interstate 25 near Lake Caballo where the scenic byway ends. It is a winding road with nice mountain views and a ghost town that is well worth a stop. Lake Valley ghost town still has some interesting sights to visit including a museum depicting the local history. The tow...
Explore Mogollon Historic District
Mogollon, New MexicoFun old town located at the bottom of Silver Creek Canyon. Many older mining buildings, mining memorabilia, a museum and hiking trails. There are a couple of restaurants open during the summer. Highway 159 to Mogollon is quite steep and scenic offering great views of the Mogollon Mountains.
Hike the Catwalk Trail
Catron County, New Mexico
1 mi
Great hike along a canyon above Whitewater river. You descent to the river bed when there is no high water. There is a picnic area and a place to relax along the river. Walking on the planks is quite fun.
Rincon Petroglyphs
Rincon, New Mexico
2 mi
/ 500 ft gain
Started my journey right after I park on the dirt that passes under the interstate. Headed north up the hill passed an old mine and continued until I reached the arroyo. Climbed around the arroyo to see the different petroglyphs. Good views of the Rio Grande valley below.
Explore the Tonuco Mountain
CanAm Highway, New Mexico
4 mi
/ 800 ft gain
To get to Tonuco Mountain North of RadiumSprings , NM from Las Cruces, NM take Interstate 25 to exit 32. Once off the interstate turn left on go under the interstate. Take the first dirt road to your left and drive to the top of the canyon.
If you have a 4 wheel drive vehicle you can descend into the canyon and drive to the start of Petroglygh canyon. If not you will have to walk about a mile t...
Explore Aztec Ruins National Monument
Aztec, New MexicoStop at the visitor center first then take your time walking the trails and exploring the different rooms, especially the great house. This National Monument is a Unesco World Heritage site.
Explore Fort Stanton Historic Site
Fort Stanton, New MexicoGet started at the visitor center to get the lay of the land. Then, take your time visiting all the historic buildings that are open to the public. This is a great family stop on a road trip as well as a good place to escape the heat during the summer.
Drive the Crowders Mountain Drive
Kings Mountain, North CarolinaDrove this scenic road to my way to Crowders Mountain State Park. Very pretty views.
Hike the Hueco Tanks Nature Trail
El Paso, Texas
1.5 mi
The nature trail is an easy trail to walk and gives you very good views of the rock formations. To see the pictographs you will have to hike up the North Mountains to get the best views. The West and East Mountains are only accessible by guided tours. During the summer and fall when there is water in the tanks many birds can be seen.Interested in bouldering? Check out this adventure.
Hike the El Paso Tin Mine Trail
El Paso, Texas
6.6 mi
/ 1023 ft gain
Started our hike from Chuck Heinrich park and entered the State Park. Hike along the Old Tin Mine Road to the junction of Scenic Road trail. There are many species of cacti and desert plants along the trail. Hiked up the side of the mountain to the site of the old tin mines. The climb is somewhat difficult because of loose rocks. Explored the mines with some flashlights . Very good views of t...
Hike the Sierra Vista Trail from Vado to Bishop's Cap
Vado, New Mexico
4 mi
Start your hike from the Sierra Vista parking lot. Proceeded NE toward Bishops Cap. At first, the trail goes through some small arroyos and is a little rocky. After about half a mile, the trail is rather flat and goes through some sandy and grassy areas. Enjoy good views of the mountains!
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