Tagged With "Sierra Nevada"
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Gold Country, California: Nevada City
My favorite library Originally called Caldwell’s Upper Store, after Dr. Caldwell’s business which opened in 1849, by 1850 the town had become established enough that residents wanted a better name. Nevada City was chosen...
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Gold Country, California: Grass Valley
We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started, knowing the place for the first time. These words on a mural overlooking a parking lot in Grass Valley pretty much sum up the...
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Gallery: Springtime at Ananda
During April, an astonishing display of tulips and other spring blooms is open to the public at the Crystal Hermitage Gardens , part of the 800 acre Ananda Village community, 16 miles north of Nevada City, in Northern California's Gold...
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Gold Country, California: The Great Republic of Rough & Ready
“Do you live around here?” The question came from a guy emerging from the Fippin Blacksmith Shop, while I was admiring a very pretty motorcycle parked in front. I was pleased he got it right, guessing that even locals...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Jan. 7, 2014: The "Big Edge", Las Vegas, Nevada
Situated in the heart of Las Vegas' City Center, in the middle of many beautifully designed skyscrapers, is a sort of traffic jam. Or a "boat jam", if you wish. It's an unusual work of art crafted by Nancy Rubins and known as "Big...
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Where Gumbo Was #16. Cleveland Clinic, Las Vegas, Nevada
Gumbo had discovered the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, near the older downtown casinos of Las Vegas, but in a newly developed area. The building was opened on May 21, 2010 and is one of the branches of the...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, September 25, 2014: Statue of Elvis Presley, Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada
This bronze statue of Elvis, sculpted by Carl Romanelli and unveiled in 1978, now proudly stands in a prominent spot in the lobby of the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino , formerly known as the "Las Vegas Hotel and Casino" (2012-2014), The...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, October 11, 2014: Highway 395
My favorite stretch of lonely road in the world is the 200 miles of Highway 395 south from Topaz Lake, where it enters California from Nevada, where these pictures were taken, south through Bridgeport and the turnoff to Bodie , past Mono...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, July 11, 2015: Dogwood, Saguenay Fjord
I am not a botanist, but do enjoy many of the plants I come across in my wanderings. Dogwood is not a rare plant and typically has these four petaled (often white) flowers. What is a little uncommon is that plants in this family are...
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Gold Country, California: The North Star Saturday Market
Every Saturday morning, from April to November, residents of Grass Valley and nearby communities make their way to North Star House where the largest of the 3 terrific Nevada County Grower’s Markets is held on spacious grounds adjacent...
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"City Center", Las Vegas, Nevada. Where Gumbo was #54.
Gumbo was visiting Las Vegas and its fancy new "City Center" -- not actually at the center or heart of the city (which to me is the old downtown area), but a new multibillion dollar development sandwiched between the Las Vegas Blvd ("the...
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Gold Country California: South Yuba River
“Going to the river” is a thing both locals and visitors to Gold Country seem to do a lot. My son, having lived here for a time, often heads straight up Highway 49 to the South Fork as soon as he gets to town, but I’ve...
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Glacier Point, Yosemite National Park
The most amazing views in Yosemite National Park, and among the most spectacular viewpoints on Mother Earth, are found at Glacier Point. In the summer Glacier Point is easily accessed by the Glacier Point Road, but this road is closed in the...
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Happy Independence Day!
While TravelGumbo is a global travel community, with members and followers in dozens of countries, our largest audience is in the USA. Today the United States is celebrating the 238th birthday of one of the most significant...
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The Cement Ship, Aptos, CA
Travel Rob sees the famed Cement Ship a couple days before high waves broke off the stern.
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Top Christmas Holiday Destinations in 2016
A few thoughts and ideas for some last minute travel destinations during the upcoming Holiday Season
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July 12, 2019: Mountain Dogwood, Yosemite National Park
DrFumblefinger enjoys visiting Yosemite National Park in spring partially to see the Mountain Dogwood trees bloom.
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June 1, 2019: Snow Plant, California
DrFumblefinger shares photos of the relative rare snow plant, which grows at high altitude in the mountains of the US western states.
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Is It Illegal to Dump Grey Water on the Ground?
If you’ve ever taken a family trip using the RV, or traveled on a sailboat, you’re probably somewhat familiar with what grey water is and understand that it should be deposited in a chemically safe manner. But for those of you who don’t know: simply put, grey water is water that has been used, whether in a bath, sink, washing machine, or a kitchen appliance. Besides being a bit gross, grey water poses a potential health hazard because it can eventually turn into black water, which is an...
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August 7, 2019: Red's Old 395 Grill, Carson City
DrFumblefinger enjoyed the food and décor at Red's in Carson City. The décor is quite unique and it's a popular place.
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The Inspiration of Yosemite
Kai Rambow shares some spectacular views of the park, made as he worked to perfect his own craft as a photographer.
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October 16, 2019: Anderson (Junk) Yard, Dayton, Nevada
DrFumblefinger found a terrific junk yard with a wide assortment of treasures and memorabilia.
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April 19, 2019: Kit Carson Statue, Carson City
A statue of mountain man, Kit Carson, is found outside the government buildings in the state capital which bears his name.
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Happy Thanksgiving, from all of us at TravelGumbo!
We wish each of you a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday! Enjoy the day, the food, and your families!! And have a safe journey home.The Gumbo Gurus ...
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A visit to Great Basin National Park
In the United States, a country with dozens of great national parks, it makes sense that there would be some “orphan” parks that are only rarely visited. Such is the case with Great Basin National Park in Nevada. Great...
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Be sure to stop at Twin Falls, Idaho
Most travelers seem in a big hurry to complete their drive on the I-84 freeway, through the lava fields of the Snake River Plain. Their destinations are often Boise to the north, Yellowstone National Park to the east, or Salt Lake City to...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, November 28, 2013: The Mirage, Las Vegas
Over two decades ago my family and I visited Las Vegas, one of many vacations there. Our trip happened to coincide with the opening of a brand new hotel on the Strip called the Mirage. It was after dark when we drove...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, April 12, 2014: Mokelumne Hill, California
When my mother was a child, she and her mother spent summers at the Hotel Lêger in Mokelumne Hill and her father would join them on the weekends. Built in the early 1850s, when the population of Northern California was...
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The Hoover Dam, Nevada/Arizona border. Where Gumbo Was #28
Gumbo was visiting the Hoover Dam , previously also called "Boulder Dam ". This dam is a magnificent feature of engineering! Built in Black Canyon on the Colorado River, it bridges two states, Arizona and Nevada....
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Backpacking to Ostrander Lake, Yosemite National Park
Ostrander Lake sits high in the Sierra Nevada mountains of Yosemite National Park. It is the source of Bridalveil Creek, which pours into Yosemite Valley dramatically as Bridalveil Falls. The lake is a popular destination with cross-country skiers in the winter, and hikers and backpackers in the summer.
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Where Gumbo Was #17: Death Valley, USA
Desert flowers after a wet spring No one claimed bragging rights this week, although Travel Luver named the place...but along with a few other places it reminded him of. But it is Death Valley, home of Wiley Coyote and the Road Runner; of the...
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Gallery: The View From Home
March 25, 2014: Two days ago I pondered a scary possibility, thinking I’d lost a great many of my photographs. Yesterday, still on the hunt, I came upon the receipt for my digital camera, bought in 2007. Checking travel dates,...
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Apr. 14, 2016: Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas!
Although much of Las Vegas has changed over the last five decades, this iconic landmark has withstood the test of time.
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Ellis Island - Island of Hope or Island of Tears?
Visiting the former immigration center, Samantha finds it was both a new start for many and the end of a dream for others.
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Plenty to See and Do in Laughlin, NV
Samantha's not too fond of crowds, so she likes to head for Laughlin: not as big or as crowded as Las Vegas, but with lots of attractions—and a real river.
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November 21, 2018: A Few Scenes from Argentina's Wild West
Some photos from southern South American that reminded DrFumblefinger of the USA's western regions.
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Six American Road Trips to Explore and Enjoy
Rebecca Brown shares her selection of 'must-do' U.S. road trips, both short and super-long.
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May 25, 2020: 1921 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost (Copper), Reno
DrFumblefinger enjoyed this beautiful and rare one-of-a-kind customized Rolls Royce, its body made of solid copper.
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June 29, 2020: 1937 Airomobile, Reno
DrFumblefinger comes across this unusual one-of-a-kind prototype car at the National Automobile Museum in Reno, Nevada.
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Re: Ascending Mount Whitney (part 1 of 2)
If there's an upside to all of us stuck at home, it's the stories we might not otherwise have had the opportunity to enjoy, like this one.
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Ascending Mount Whitney (part 1 of 2)
DrFumblefinger recounts the details of his backpacking adventure taking him to the summit of California's Mt. Whitney — the tallest peak in the lower 48 states.
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Goldfield, Nevada
Goldfield is an old gold-mining town, largely abandoned, but with some of its history on display.
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1913 Peugeot Bébé, National Automobile Museum
DrFumblefinger found this small French car to be of interest while visiting this great car museum in Reno, Nevada.
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Mammoth Lakes Basin, California
DrFumblefinger enjoys the beautiful natural setting of Mammoth Lakes Basin in California.
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Amateur Emigrants: Reaching the Rif Mountains
Bob Cranwell recounts an adventurous trip to Morocco with a group of friends.
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Bodie State Historic Park, California
DrFumblefinger visits one of America's most famous "ghost towns", the old gold-mining community of Bodie south of Lake Tahoe.
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Approaching Snowstorm, Nevada
DrFumblefinger enjoys the changing patterns of the sky, such as this approaching snowstorm in the remote desert.
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Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
Gumbo’s mystery destination for the week is the historic Marshall Gold Discovery site where it all began, on the American River in Northern California’s Gold Country.