Truckin` Features
Get Lost in America is all about what we call “Truckin` Features”. We have lived our lives on the road, trail or river for over sixty years now with out any real regrets.
Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness Hiking Camping Fly FishingSalmon-Huckleberry Wilderness Hiking Camping Fly Fishing sounds like a keyword soup until you drive past Welches, look south, and see that deep green wall of forest. Then it hits you. This 62,000-acre chunk of old-growth forest, steep canyons, and steelhead water is as real as it gets.If you are tired […]
Explore John Day Fossil Beds National Monument: A GuidePeople frequently search for “John Day National Park” assuming this magnificent location holds that specific title. However, the correct designation is the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. This distinction is important for managing expectations regarding amenities and layout.The monument spans more than 14,000 acres of the […]
Fly Fishing the Clackamas River for Steelhead and TroutFly Fishing the Clackamas River for Steelhead and Trou brings out the best and worst in an angler. Fly Fishing the Clackamas River for Steelhead and Trou also shows you exactly how patient or stubborn you really are.The Clackamas has the hype. You will find chrome fish […]
Exploring Big Bend National Park: Top Trails & TipsBig Bend National Park is where you go when you are done with crowded overlooks and traffic jams in the mountains. This park is where you trade bus tours and busy trails for long empty roads, massive canyon walls, and a desert silence that hums in your […]
This guide explores fly fishing in Washington’s Triangle, featuring the Spokane, Yakima, and Grande Ronde Rivers, along with a bonus on Rocky Ford Spring Creek. It highlights primary fish species, peak seasons, and recommended fly rods for each location, offering anglers an insightful roadmap for successful fishing adventures.
Exploring Steelhead Fly Fishing North Umpqua River in OregonAlright, grab a coffee (or something stronger if you’re reading this after a skunked day on the water), because we’re about to dive deep into the glorious, maddening, soul-crushing, life-affirming world of North Umpqua steelhead. Yes, the North Umpqua—Oregon’s crown jewel of summer steelhead rivers that somehow […]
Discover Trails and Tales at Petroglyph National Monument Petroglyph National Monument is one of those places that sneaks up on you. Petroglyph National Monument. The place where ancient people decided that basalt boulders were basically the original Instagram, and instead of posting thirst traps, they pecked in spirals, birds, funky little handprints, and what I […]
Steelhead Fly Fishing Santiam River and North Fork a Couple Year Adventure I moved here in late October 1991. My truck was full of fly rods and I had a dog that hates water. I had a delusional belief that steelhead were just waiting for me on the river banks. Two years have passed since […]
Chasing Chrome on the Smith: Angler’s Guide to Steelhead Runs, Flies, and Not Freezing Your Ass Off Oh, the Smith River. You probably typed “Steelhead Fly Fishing on the Smith River California” into Google expecting a simple answer. You were looking for a magical spot on a map. Instead, you found a rabbit hole of […]
Joshua Tree National Park offers a unique desert experience featuring distinctive trees and striking rock formations. Spanning 1,200 square miles, it attracts nature enthusiasts and social media influencers alike. The park’s history, ideal visiting times, camping tips, challenging hikes, and conservation challenges are explored in detail for an engaging outdoor adventure.
Hoh River Steelhead Saga: From Ancient Gladiators to Your Next Instagram Flex (Or Faceplant) Ah, the Hoh River. That soggy, rainforest-choked beast slithering off the Olympic Peninsula like it’s late for a spa day with the Pacific. If you’re here, you’re probably googling “Steelhead Fly Fishing Hoh River Washington ” because your buddy posted a […]
Hooking into History: The Epic Saga of Steelhead Runs on Oregon’s Rogue River – Because Who Needs Therapy When You’ve Got a Fly Rod?So, you’ve got a thing for steelhead fly fishing on the Rogue River Oregon. Let me guess. You saw a picture of someone holding a bar of silver so bright it looked […]
Steelhead Fly Fishing on the Sacramento River: A Journey Steelhead Highway of Days Past What is the Present Creating for Steelhead Fly Fishing You’ve heard the stories. Those chrome rockets that tear line from a screaming reel and leave you breathless. We’re talking about steelhead fly fishing on the Sacramento River. It’s a pursuit that […]
Fly Fishing, Bears, Moose, Coyotes, Fox and Madison Campground Camp
Why Roadless Areas in National Forests and BLM Lands Are the Unsung Heroes We Didn’t Know We Needed (And Why Ignoring Them is Just Dumb) Oh, hello there, fellow lover of paved paradise and the hum of chainsaws. In a world where we’re all about building more roads to nowhere—because who needs untouched wilderness when […]
Gila Wilderness: A Snarky, Poetic Romp Through America’s First Wild Haven Oh, the Gila Wilderness, you rugged, untamed beast of New Mexico’s southwest! A sprawling 558,065-acre middle finger to civilization, this place was the first chunk of dirt to be slapped with the “wilderness” label back in 1924, thanks to a certain tree-hugging dreamer named […]
Guide to Jewel Basin Wilderness Area: Fly Fishing, Hiking, and BackpackingWelcome to the Jewel Basin Wilderness Area, a 15,349-acre gem in Montana’s Flathead National Forest that’s so breathtaking it’ll make you forget your Netflix password. Tucked east of Kalispell and west of Hungry Horse Reservoir, this alpine wonderland is a playground for fly fishers, hikers, […]
Guide to Fly Fishing Camping and Hiking Around Hungry Horse Reservoir If you’re reading this Guide to Hungry Horse Reservoir, you probably have a dream. It involves clear Montana water and a fly rod in your hand. You’re thinking about trout that pull hard and views that make you forget about spreadsheets. This is your […]
Conquering the Harmonica Arch Hike: Colorado’s Sneaky Sweat-Fest in Lost Creek Wilderness Unless you do Harmonica Arch Hike the last weekend in April with fresh snow. Ah, the great outdoors. Where Mother Nature lures you in with promises of “spectacular panoramic views” and then slaps you with steep climbs, questionable trail markers, and enough elevation […]
Fly Fishing South Carolina’s Chattooga, Lower Saluda, and Whitewater Rivers: A 5-Day Adventure Picture this: you’re standing knee-deep in a crystal-clear river, the sun peeking through a canopy of ancient trees, a gentle breeze carrying the scent of pine, and your fly rod twitching with the promise of a feisty trout. Welcome to South Carolina’s […]