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Fresh from the Sierra
Fresh stories, guides, and conversations from across the Sierra Nevada.
Making Backpacking Easier: Scott Jensen and the Story of Near Zero
By Sierra Rec Magazine | Built Outside There is something wonderfully simple about cooking an egg inside an orange over a campfire. Hollow out the orange, crack an egg inside, wrap it in foil, and let the heat of the coals do the work. It is the kind of backcountry trick that gets passed down…
Rock Creek Road to Close Oct 19–23 for Maintenance
Rock Creek Road closes Oct 19–23 for maintenance — no vehicle access to Mosquito Flat Trailhead; hikers can still walk the trail alongside the road.
Heavenly vs Palisades Tahoe vs Northstar: Which Tahoe Resort Matches Your Ski Trip
Many skiers choose a Lake Tahoe resort the same way they choose a restaurant: by name recognition. The one they’ve heard about, or the one a friend mentioned on a chairlift once. That approach isn’t wrong, exactly. It just gets expensive when you show up at the wrong mountain for your skill level and goals.…
Signature Sierra Experiences
After 14 years exploring the Sierra Nevada, these are the classic adventures that define this incredible mountain range.
