Hiking to Stunning Avalanche Lake in Glacier National Park

During a visit to Glacier National Park, we attempted to hike to Avalanche Lake but first explored the Trail of the Cedars. After successfully parking, we faced a challenging uphill journey, culminating in breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains, including a bear sighting. We ended our trip at McDonald Creek and Lake, appreciating the park’s unique beauty.

Alaska Sojourn: Where are the Moose in Anchorage?

After a cloudy day on Monday, we woke to another blue sky day on Tuesday. While we were in the city of Anchorage, nature was not far away so we continued to enjoy the nature of Alaska. Chugach State Park is a short drive from Anchorage and offers a number of outdoor activities. We chose to go to the Eagle River section of the park for a hike. Unlike our hike the previous Wednesday, this hike had little elevation gain.…