Every week we’re rounding up camping and outdoor news, along with stories you might have missed from The Dyrt Magazine and around the web. This week, we feature a helpful Desolation Wilderness camping review from an explorer on The Dyrt. Your contributions could be featured next week!


Well, September is finally here y’all. The days are getting shorter, and the official first day of fall is swiftly approaching.

It’s still not time to put your camping gear away. That nice autumnal chill is perfect for long days on woodland trails and evenings around the campfire. There is still plenty of time to get out there and win some gear in our 2018 Great Camping Giveaway.

So, find a nearby campground and take advantage of the last sun soaked days that we have before us. To keep you fired up, here’s some more camping inspiration and news from The Dyrt and around the web:

Photo by The Dyrt camper Mara F.

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Each week we’re digging back into The Dyrt Magazine for articles we think you’ll love:

Lesser Known National Parks Have More Adventure, Fewer Crowds

Lassen Volcanic National Park

Beat the crowds at these five national parks where you can beat the crowds, while enjoying all of the majestic scenery and outdoor adventures you crave.

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Campground of the Week: Desolation Wilderness, Aloha Zone

desolation wilderness camping

Photo by The Dyrt camper Leslie R.

“Camping here is magical! The 5-stars are not for facilities or accessibility, as this dispersed camping experience is really in the wilderness. You can hike in for 6 miles each way (12 miles round trip) via the Echo Lakes trail, or park and take the water taxi ($12) to cut off 2.5 miles of the hike each way.” — The Dyrt camper Leslie R.

Read more reviews of campgrounds in California’s Desolation Wilderness.

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