Jill Gallien

How to Find The Palm Trees in Griffith Park

How to Find The Palm Trees in Griffith Park

“Captain’s Roost” Whenever I am asked why I decided to move from Boston to LA, my answer is always “For the sunshine and palm trees.” Let me set the scene. I’m driving down Hollywood Blvd,…

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Kauai’s Kalepa Ridge Trail

Kauai’s Kalepa Ridge Trail

Situated on the north shore in Kauai, The Nā Pali Coast is comprised of vibrant green lush mountains that rise up 4,000 feet into sharp, narrow ridges. Nā Pali, meaning high cliffs, stretches 16 miles… View Post
Rattlesnake Ledge

Rattlesnake Ledge

If you are visiting Seattle and looking to escape the city to enjoy the lush forest, crisp mountain air and the quiet serenity that the Washington outdoors has to offer, then make your way to… View Post
Solstice Canyon

Solstice Canyon

  Solstice Canyon is a 3.4 mile loop trail in the Santa Monica Mountains. Located in Malibu, my favorite part of LA, this hike has some amazing views of the canyons set to the backdrop… View Post
Cedar Ridge Preserve

Cedar Ridge Preserve

  Cedar Ridge Preserve is one of the few wilderness parks remaining in Dallas County. Thirteen trails make up this nature preserve, most of them are 1 mile or under with one being wheelchair accessible.… View Post
Chino Hills State Park

Chino Hills State Park

Chino Hills State Park in Southern California has 90 miles of trails! So the question is: what hiking trail should you select? I find it very helpful to search through local blogs to get recommendations. This… View Post
Malibu Wine Safari

Malibu Wine Safari

  When Girls Who Hike LA planned a hiking tour at the family owned Malibu Wine Safaris, I set my alarm clock to 8am, logged in and scored my ticket to be one of the 100… View Post
Gaviota Wind Caves

Gaviota Wind Caves

  I discovered Gaviota Wind Caves when I was looking for a cool place to hike near Santa Barbara. Gaviota, California is about 30 minutes outside Santa Barbara and the wind caves can be found… View Post
Paradise Falls

Paradise Falls

  The rain in Southern CA has been plentiful this winter, which means that the grass is steadily growing; replacing the usual brown hills with lush green fields, the drought has about ended and the waterfalls… View Post