Life on Paws and Wheels

Join Simba the Adventure Pup 🐾 and me as we explore Salt Creek Falls in the rugged and beautiful Milk Ranch–Case Mountain area of Three Rivers, California ! This lesser-known waterfall hike offers a perfect mix of lush forest scenery, rocky terrain, flowing creek crossings, and a peaceful reward at the falls themselves. 🌲💧 Tucked into the foothills just outside Sequoia National Park , the Salt Creek Falls Trail blends open vistas with shaded paths, giving hikers a little bit of everything. With plenty of photos and trail footage, this video captures the natural beauty that makes this spot such a hidden gem for nature lovers and explorers. 🎥 Watch the Video Hike with us as we trek through forested pathways, follow the creek upstream, and enjoy the refreshing spray of Salt Creek Falls at the end of the trail. 📸 Highlights in This Video - Hiking the scenic Salt Creek Falls Trail - Beautiful forest and creekside views along the way - Approaching Salt Creek Falls and enjoying t...

Simba the Adventure Pup 🐾 and I spent an unforgettable day exploring Sequoia National Park — home to some of the largest and oldest trees on Earth . This video features a beautiful collection of still photos from multiple stops throughout the park, mixed with scenic drive-by footage captured while winding through the towering sequoia forests. 🌄🌲 From peaceful groves filled with ancient giants to dramatic mountain roads weaving through the Sierra Nevada, Sequoia National Park delivers awe-inspiring views at every turn. The sheer size of the trees, the rugged landscapes, and the quiet majesty of the forest make this park feel like stepping into another world. 🎥 Watch the Video Join Simba and me as we explore the trails, viewpoints, and scenic highways that reveal the magic and scale of California’s legendary giant sequoias. 📸 What’s in the Video - Photos from several scenic stops throughout Sequoia National Park - Driving footage through majestic giant sequoia forests - Moun...

I visited the legendary General Grant Tree in Kings Canyon National Park — one of the most iconic giant sequoias on Earth and a true natural wonder of the Sierra Nevada. Standing at 267 feet tall and estimated to be over 1,600 years old , the General Grant Tree is the second-largest tree on the planet by volume. It’s also officially recognized as America’s National Christmas Tree , a title it’s held since 1926. 🌲✨ Walking up to this enormous sequoia is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Its massive base, fire-scarred bark, and towering crown tell the story of centuries of survival and resilience. Surrounded by the peaceful beauty of Grant Grove, the General Grant Tree is a must-see stop for anyone exploring the Sierra or seeking the magic of California’s old-growth forests. 🎥 Watch the Video Join me as I wander the pathways of Grant Grove, admire the scale of this ancient giant, and take in the quiet majesty of the surrounding forest. 👀 In This Video You’ll See - The massive tr...

I visited The Big Stump , also known as The Mark Twain Stump , in Kings Canyon National Park — one of the most striking and emotional reminders of the early logging era in the Sierra Nevada. This enormous giant sequoia stump is all that remains of a once-massive tree felled in 1891 , cut down so a cross-section could be displayed at world fairs and museums. 🌲🪵 Standing beside it feels surreal. The size. The rings. The history etched into every inch. It’s a powerful glimpse into what California’s old-growth sequoia forests once looked like before widespread logging changed them forever. Today, the Big Stump stands as an outdoor history exhibit — and a sobering symbol of the conservation efforts that rose in response. 🎥 Watch the Video Walk with me through Big Stump Basin as I explore the remains of this legendary sequoia, take in the surrounding forest, and reflect on the impact of logging and the importance of protection. 👀 In This Video You’ll See - The massive Mark Twain Stu...

Simba the Adventure Pup 🐾 and I visited Buck Rock Lookout in Sequoia National Park — a historic fire lookout perched dramatically at 8,502 feet on top of a massive granite dome. Reached by climbing a famous wooden-and-steel staircase bolted directly into the rock, this lookout delivers some of the most breathtaking mountain views in the entire Sierra Nevada. 🌄✨ Used for more than a century to spot wildfires, Buck Rock remains one of California’s most iconic fire lookouts — and the journey to reach it is just as unforgettable as the view from the top. 🎥 Watch the Video Come along as we approach the granite dome, climb the exposed stairway, and soak in the sweeping scenery from one of Sequoia’s most dramatic high-elevation landmarks. 👀 In This Video You’ll See - The climb up the wooden and steel stairway leading to the lookout - Stunning 360° mountain views stretching across the Sierra Nevada - The rugged beauty of Sequoia National Park - Dramatic granite formations and hi...

I visited the General Sherman Tree in Sequoia National Park — the largest tree on Earth by volume and one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders. Standing an incredible 275 feet tall with a 36-foot diameter , this ancient giant sequoia is estimated to be over 2,000 years old . Being in its presence is absolutely awe-inspiring. 🌲✨ The walk down to the tree is beautiful in itself, passing through the towering sequoia grove, interpretive signs, and forest views that help set the scene for meeting this legendary giant. Up close, the sheer size of the trunk, the texture of its bark, and its age-old presence make it one of the most unforgettable sights in any national park. 🎥 Watch the Video Come along as I follow the trail into the Giant Forest, stand beneath the massive trunk, and capture the scale and beauty of the General Sherman Tree from multiple viewpoints. 👀 In This Video You’ll See - The General Sherman Tree up close, showcasing its enormous trunk and incredible heigh...