Chasing fall color in the Eastern Sierra? This blog contains all my favorite fall color hikes & destinations in Mammoth Lakes, Bishop, June Lake, Lee Vining, and Bridgeport.

Do you remember the girl you were on your very first summit? Eager and wide eyed and frustrated and captivated all in one. Remember the voice that said, "there's no way my body is gonna make it", as you took one small step at a time up that mountain? Remember the self doubt and negative self talk? Remember how often you thought about giving up?

Read more about my very first big hike, Half Dome.