BEn'S TRAVEL BLOG

Nov 23 min read

America's Best Public Library Is in Reno, Nevada

The Downtown Reno Public Library is a literal jungle. This gorgeous library is filled with plants and makes for a wonderful workspace.

Sep 26, 20233 min read

What I've Been Doing in Ely, Nevada

I have been stranded in Ely, Nevada while my truck gets fixed. I've been spending my time hanging out with a donkey named Wonkey.

Sep 10, 20232 min read

Bucolic Photography of Baker, Nevada

I was stuck for the night in Baker, Nevada, but the rural setting was perfect for photographing the sunset, the rain, and the stars.

Sep 9, 20235 min read

I Hiked 6 Miles Up a Mountain to See the World's Oldest Trees!

Great Basin National Park is located in Baker, Nevada, and it's the home to the world's oldest trees: 5,000-year-old Bristlecone Pines.

Sep 6, 20231 min read

A Serene Evening in South Lake Tahoe

The lovely downtown of South Lake Tahoe has excellent access to the water, beautiful views, and charming spots to eat.

Aug 17, 20232 min read

The Famous Fumaroles of Lassen Volcanic National Park

Lassen Volcanic National Park is a 10,457-foot lava dome with active hydrothermal activity. We hiked to the basin of Bumpass Hell to see it.

Aug 16, 20232 min read

Seeing the World's Tallest Trees in Redwood National Park

Redwood National and State Parks are a series of parks along the coast that are home to the world's tallest trees, and I had to see it.

Aug 15, 20231 min read

A Beautiful View of Battery Point Lighthouse in Crescent City, California

If you are anywhere near Redwoods National Park in Northern California and wondering if Crescent City is worth visiting, it is.

Aug 14, 20234 min read

Swimming in a Volcano in Crater Lake National Park

Crater Lake National Park is an absolute wonder. There's a volcano inside a lake inside a volcano, and it's 8,000 feet up and 5 miles wide.

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