Dan Outdoors
outdoorwiseliving.bsky.social
Dan Outdoors
@outdoorwiseliving.bsky.social
🧭 Sharing the best of California
🗺️ Trails, Hidden Gems, Travel Guides & more!
🥾 Group hikes | 🤫 spot blog | Bay Area based
📧 Collabs: email/DM
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Just released part of the top 25 waterfalls near the Bay Area!

The blog has map links, dog friendly info, and waterfall height. Ranked using a “proprietary” algorithm 💦

Stick around for the top 15!

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The Top 25 Waterfalls Near the Bay Area
From Napa to Pleasanton, there's amazing waterfall spots that must be on your list this December! This is part one of a two part blog series
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From a ‘little’ cave to a waterfall and even a big tepee, this easy and dog friendly California gem should be on everyone’s list!

Paradise falls: short video with trail guide linked in comments!
January 23, 2025 at 4:03 PM
A Golden Gate Bridge Hike that has one of the closest, but ‘riskiest’ viewing spots.

Most tourists don’t even know it exists. And provides 5 unique vantage points!

Would you ‘risk’ it or keep it safe up top?

Your guide is in the comments & is my 20th straight of ‘25.
January 21, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Have you been to California’s tallest suspension bridge?

It’s also home to numerous waterfalls & pristine swimming holes.

Your trail guide is live: www.instagram.com/reel/DFArpIO...
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January 19, 2025 at 2:54 PM
I just found Godzilla 🤯
January 17, 2025 at 9:35 PM
This might be the most unique hike in Northern California.

Methuselah Tree
The Sleeping Giant.

Trail guide link in comments ⬇️
January 17, 2025 at 3:20 PM
This is the best kept secret near Sacramento, which include a BIG waterfall.

There’s only one problem…

Check out the trail guide for all the details:

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January 16, 2025 at 3:52 PM
New guide: A must see hidden gem in the South Bay! Day 14 of 31 straight trails for 2025.

Check it out below & don’t miss day 15: a secret waterfall near Sacramento 🙌

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January 15, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Today’s hike was…😎
January 14, 2025 at 4:01 AM
Which recent hiking find is more bizarre?
January 13, 2025 at 4:42 AM
Early sneak 👀 of a California trail guide coming soon.

PS: Support our friends in Southern California, which is to make a donation to:

- California Community Foundation's Wildfire Recovery Fund
- American Red Cross
- Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation
January 11, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Help! I’m new here..

Now the ‘2nd ranked’ hiker on Threads…how should I use this platform differently?
January 10, 2025 at 1:16 AM
🚫 A forbidden California gem 🚫

That’s home to a nature paradise behind a famous redwood grove.

Would you go here?

Guide: www.instagram.com/reel/DEgu3dZ...

(Day 7 of 31 hikes for Jan)
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January 8, 2025 at 2:27 AM
California is home to a secret Magic mailbox.

It claims to help dreams come true for both locals and travelers alike.

And I just built a trail guide to it; day 5 of 31 hikes for Jan! 👇

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January 6, 2025 at 2:46 AM
How to gear up for the holidays with Columbia! (Ad)

Stay tuned for a secret spot reveal…

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December 12, 2024 at 5:27 PM
The 15th rated waterfall in the Bay Area is a stunner & a treat right now with spawning salmon.

Here’s a guide to explore it:

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December 11, 2024 at 1:44 PM
Just released part of the top 25 waterfalls near the Bay Area!

The blog has map links, dog friendly info, and waterfall height. Ranked using a “proprietary” algorithm 💦

Stick around for the top 15!

open.substack.com/pub/outdoorw...
The Top 25 Waterfalls Near the Bay Area
From Napa to Pleasanton, there's amazing waterfall spots that must be on your list this December! This is part one of a two part blog series
open.substack.com
December 1, 2024 at 5:06 PM
What’s your favorite Bay Area waterfall? I’ll start with mine 👇
November 29, 2024 at 1:59 AM
Them: Oakland is just a city of crime.

Me: You just don’t know where to look.
November 28, 2024 at 2:35 AM
Bay Area: I found a hidden redwood grove that also has a secret & large tree fort.

Best part? I built a trail guide to it 👇
November 25, 2024 at 1:45 PM
Live near the Bay Area?

I’m leading a group hike Thanksgiving week!

Details on my IG bio!
November 23, 2024 at 2:39 PM
If you haven’t started tidepooling, here’s your inspiration from my adventures yesterday. Get out there!
November 17, 2024 at 6:07 PM
My intro:
🥾I hunt for hidden gems across California
🌉Bay Area based
🗺️ I produce trail guides to only the best places
💙 I’m here to inspire you to find your next adventure
November 15, 2024 at 6:30 AM