Olmstead’s Central Park is an urban wonder of the world. Every time you wander here you come across something new. If you are short on time don’t miss the Conservatory Garden. You’ll find this gem on the upper east side at 105th street. This formal...
The Giant Forest in Sequoia National Park is home to one of the best trails to wander – The Congress Trail. You can literally spend the day taking in the sequoias and all that the Sierra Nevada has to offer. The Senate Grove is one of the most impressive. Step...
The ski area at the Timberline Lodge is one of the only places in the United States that offers year-round skiing. You can take advantage of the views even if you are not hitting the slopes by taking the ski lift for a round trip or one way and wandering down the...
Box Canyon demonstrates the incredible power of water as it cuts its way down the mountain. One day this will be a wide streambed but today you can take the easy 0.3-mile loop trail and see the water at work from several great vantage points. Paradise Area of Mt...
On the ferry headed to Martha’s Vineyard, we were accompanied by a soaring sea gull and an amazing sunset. It was Wandering Zen! Vineyard Sound, Massachusetts Vineyard Sound,...
The perfect way to end a great day of exploring is by sitting around the campfire, sharing the tales of the day and other stories of your adventures. It is Wandering Zen! Sentinel Campground, Kings Canyon National Park, California Sentinel Campground, Kings Canyon...
Just a short walk from the main road in Kings Canyon, you will come across an incredibly powerful waterfall. Spectacular during any season, the Spring of 2017 was a standout because of the higher than average snowfall. A true place of Wandering...
Just off State Route 100 in the Mad River Valley of Vermont, you will find a place of Wandering Zen. Moss Glen Falls drops about 50 feet into a beautiful pool. You can miss this one if you aren’t paying attention so if you’re headed north keep your eyes to...
Go Climb a Rock! This hike should be on everyone’s bucket list! If you love Yosemite, this will change your view of the park forever! Half Dome from Sentinel Point Half Dome from the North Side The base of the infamous cables Views as you ascend The Valley...
