Want to get a good view of the Hollywood Sign? Don't get caught in the crowds! modernhiker.com/16-ways-to-s...

Get on out for some overnights before the temperatures start to rise too much! modernhiker.com/ten-great-ba...

This is one of the most iconic and popular hikes in L.A. for a reason: modernhiker.com/hike/hiking-...

Sometimes you just want a nice little park stroll with some great city views: modernhiker.com/hike/hiking-...

No time like the present for planning a little getaway ... modernhiker.com/11-backpacki...

This is still one of my favorite hikes of all time: modernhiker.com/hike/mishe-m...

The Los Liones Trail can be a stunning winter and spring trek on clear-skied days: modernhiker.com/hike/hiking-...

With a wet winter, the creeks will be flowing: modernhiker.com/15-refreshin...

Get out there and check out some waterfalls! modernhiker.com/10-beautiful...

It's time ... modernhiker.com/how-to-see-y...

Does the guy who occupied a wildlife reserve actually have principles? A former 'Outside' writer goes live with him on Friday to find out. open.substack.com/pub/modernhi...

Anybody thinking about braving the crowds for the Firefall this year? modernhiker.com/how-to-see-y...

Another Modern Hiker Newsletter is en route to your inbox. I hope you got your America the Beautiful pass early ... but if not, the internet will help you keep that calm you're aiming for when you're out using it. Also, updates on desert wildflowers, SoCal waterfalls, a lawn swap, and lots more.

With all this rain, now's a great time to check out some of LA's waterfalls: modernhiker.com/best-waterfa...

Now's a great time to check out your local waterfalls: modernhiker.com/10-beautiful...

This is still my favorite hike in SoCal -- and winter after some good rains is the BEST time to enjoy: modernhiker.com/hike/mishe-m...

Rain means the creek hikes are lookin' great this time of year! Time to get out there and get muddy. modernhiker.com/15-refreshin...

No time like the new year to get a good hike list going! modernhiker.com/best-new-yea...

There's still time for some Bay Area foliage treks! modernhiker.com/13-trails-fo...

This is the *legal* way to see the Goat Canyon Trestle: modernhiker.com/hike/goat-ca...

Stretch out, lace up, and tackle these leg-busters! modernhiker.com/top-5-leg-bl...

It's backcountry time: modernhiker.com/hike/gila-wi...

If you're looking for the best (and most interesting) view of the Hollywood Sign, look no further: modernhiker.com/hike/hiking-...

Atmospheric rivers mean earth-bound creeks get a nice little refresher: modernhiker.com/15-refreshin...

This is still probably my favorite hike inside Griffith Park: modernhiker.com/hike/hiking-...

Want to hike to an ancient pyramid? modernhiker.com/hike/hiking-...

Here are some great LA trails for you and your pup: modernhiker.com/best-l-a-dog...

Sometimes you want solitude in nature ... and sometimes, you're looking for a sweet city skyline at sunset: modernhiker.com/10-l-a-hikes...

If you're in L.A. and looking for something spooky and outdoorsy to do ... modernhiker.com/7-haunted-tr...

Still time to get some California color in before the season is over! modernhiker.com/10-beautiful...

A brand new Modern Hiker Newsletter just landed in your inbox (if you're in on it). We've got some news on the latest ways the shutdown is straining our public lands, as well as some good news about native plants, fall advice that's ecologically sound AND saves you tedious yardwork, and more!

For you Bay Area folks ... modernhiker.com/13-trails-fo...

These are some of my all-time favorite fall foliage hikes. Hit the link in the bio for more -- and let me know where YOU hope to leaf peep this year!

Back in the saddle over here. modernhiker.substack.com/p/a-ping-fro...

After a short break, the Modern Hiker Newsletter is back! . In this issue, lots on the multi-pronged attacks on our public lands ... and some good news to counter, including new city parks, restored river landscapes, and lots more!

Time for an all-new Modern Hiker Newsletter. modernhiker.substack.com/p/this-land-...

Get out and spot those blooms! modernhiker.com/6-best-wildf...

It's Waterfall Season. Get out there: modernhiker.com/10-beautiful...

Still my favorite way to see the Hollywood Sign: modernhiker.com/hike/hiking-...

Get out there to check out this fun, rugged scramble in the desert:

Hey hey hey, it's another Modern Hiker Newsletter, doing our best to find the tiny thread of silver lining in the state of the outdoor world. buff.ly/fAAL2NI

Yeah this one is popular, and sometimes pretty crowded on the weekends ... but it's still worth it.

Head to these epic waterfall hikes in the Bay Area!

You really won't ever forget the scenery in Smith Rock State Park:

These are some of our favorite hikes in Yosemite National Park:

This week's newsletter is a special edition! We've got a HUGE in-depth Q&A with Josh Jackson, of the Instagram project Forgotten Lands Project and author of the soon-to-be published book "The Enduring Wild: a Journey into California's Public Lands." buff.ly/439EdNC

Winter is the best time to check out LA's waterfalls -- just make sure the trails are open!

Here are some of the best things you can do in Anza-Borrego this winter!

Get those legs pumping!

Check for trail conditions and wait out the HEAVY rain, but keep these trails in mind: