historic bank architecture, hidden design details, hands-on customization of collectible bottles, rare whiskey tastings. Its new home at 403 East Market Street showcases the distillery’s collection of rye, bourbon and single malt whiskeys.

“WhistlePig was founded 880 miles from the Bourbon heartland, but the early seeds were planted here in Kentucky. The Vault pays homage to our founding Distiller, Dave Pickerell, who got his start in the Bluegrass State before going off the grid to start the Rye Revolution in Vermont,” said WhistlePig CEO Charles Gibb. “Returning to Kentucky with The Vault is a full-circle moment for us. To truly push the boundaries of American whiskey making, WhistlePig had to build a place apart and craft new and unique whiskeys with zero generations of family tradition. We’ve made our own rules and are proud to share that with Bourbon Country friends and connoisseurs.”

Marquee cocktail service in the Bank Lobby Bar, complete with “The Flying Pig,” a signature serve crafted with WhistlePig 10 Snout-to-Tail Bourbon and delivered in a pneumatic ATM tube. Private and shared hosted tastings will be in the Mezzanine Blending Room. Visitors will be able to craft their own blend of WhistlePig Old World Rye – Aged 12 Years. At The Whiskey Exchange retail experience, visitors can purchase their custom WhistlePig 10 PiggyBank Rye Limited Edition bottles.

The WhistlePig Vault is now open to the public.

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Housed in a reimagined historic property, the 95-room hotel invites guests to experience the Bourbon Trail with interactive experiences. The property has eight signature suites, five bars and an host of wellness amenities. The property was previously the Holiday Inn Bardstown and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

In close proximity to 11 distilleries, Trail’s flagship offering is its Bourbon Butler. Think of them as a concierge to whiskey as they can connect you with local distilleries, farms, restaurants, and other local businesses for a curated experience.

While on property, guests can enjoy a food and beverage program courtesy of Executive Chef Marvin Woods who brings Kentucky’s culinary story to life. Oak & Ember, the property’s signature restaurant, offers a take on Southern hospitality with a menu rooted in Kentucky tradition and an impressive bourbon list. Embers, the lobby bar, greets guests with seating for more than 60, while The Bourbon Lounge serves as a semi-private whiskey library for small gatherings and curated flights. The Bourbon Vault is an exclusive speakeasy experience hidden behind a discreet, art-adorned entrance. Finally, Bourbon Alley provides fireside lounges and casual bites.

“We set out to create a place where the essence of Kentucky bourbon is not just tasted, but lived,” said Dan Sirrine, General Manager for The Trail Hotel. “Every detail, from our curated bourbon experiences to the warm tones and textures of the design, was made to immerse guests in Bardstown’s history. The Trail Hotel is excited to welcome the world to Kentucky Bourbon Country in a bold new way.”

If you need a break from bourbon, Trail also offers other amenities like The Rejuvenation Room, a wellness retreat featuring an oxygen bar, hot sauna, cryotherapy, and IV hydration; Par and Pour, a golf simulator with a private bar; and The Reserve Room, private dining space accommodating up to 60 guests.

The Trail Hotel will soon debut its own private-label bourbon and rye, available only to property guests. Hand-selected in collaboration with a local distillery, this bourbon will be available for purchase and direct shipment to guests’ homes and featured in special tasting experiences throughout the hotel.

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Greeted by Ammunition Whiskey founder Andy Wahl, we all took an entertaining and informative museum tour down rock music history of how Woodstock 1969 came to be and why it was such a staple in American history. We toured the historic grounds that Hendrix, Joplin, and many more walked. It was a special feeling. Hearing the stories about the creation, pitfalls, triumphs, challenges, and a little bit of magic, and understanding the special part in history, this place has made why Ammunition partners with them crystal clear–it’s authentic, passionate, and open to everyone.

We dined at The Old Foundation, made from a converted residence, a family oriented restaurant with large wood tables, glassware from your grandmother’s cupboard, and tons of locals breaking bread. The cozy dinner with cocktail pairings per course and plenty of Ammunition Cabernet Sauvignon and Ammunition Pinot Noir. The highlight of the dinner was the conversation with Peter Tambini, Ammunition Partner, and Andy recalling why and how Ammunition came into being. They utilized their wine barrels and finished whiskey in them to create a truly unique flavor.

Lastly, we sat in the Membership Lounge off to the left of the stage, sipping Ammunition Straight Rye whiskey, learning what’s next for Ammunition and recounting my unique experience of the day before Hozier took the stage. Playing to a crowd of 17,000+, him and his five piece band was electrifying. He sang all his hits including what we were there for, “TOO SWEET,” and the signature line “I like my whiskey neat.”

A big thanks to Ammunition Whiskey and Factory PR for once in a lifetime experience.

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A fully customizable itinerary awaits, as guests arrive in Kentucky for a three-day bourbon-making adventure under the guidance and curation of an esteemed bourbon distiller. During the trip, attendees receive a tutorial in distillation and barreling – which starts with selecting a mashbill to create a taste profile suited to your palate, tasting the new mash and the distillate, and making the correct cut between heads, hearts and tails before proofing the liquid. Then, guests return to the distillery on their final day in Kentucky to fill their own barrels with distillate, seal them, check for leaks, and finally roll them into the rickhouse.

Once the barrels are proofed, the distillery partner stores them for the required aging in their on-site warehouses until they are at the desired maturation and ready for bottling. The owners of these newly-minted barrels may determine their future use – from personal consumption and corporate gifting to launching their own mini bourbon brand or reselling the barrels on the open market.

“Our Kentucky Bourbon Retreat democratizes barrel ownership by allowing individuals to create their very own batch of barrels with a truly bespoke mashbill,” said Barrel Global Founder George Koutsakis. “Distilleries typically require a minimum order of more than 100 barrels for such a service, but given our distillery relationships, we’re able to bring that minimum number down to a more palatable 10 barrels.”

“Bourbon distilling has captivated a global audience, and this experience allows retreat attendees to step into the highly coveted role of ‘distiller’ for a day under the careful tutelage of a highly trained distilling expert while respecting the traditions, legacies, and expertise that these notable craftspeople bring to the industry,” he added.

In partnership with Casey Jones Distillery, the inaugural Kentucky Bourbon Retreat launched last month and is aimed at corporate clients, the hospitality industry, families, and friends. Barrel Global will expand with additional experiences and distillery partners in the months ahead.

Pricing for Kentucky Bourbon Retreat is $35,000 dependent on group size and barrel yield, which includes 10 newly-distilled bourbon barrels with a completely bespoke mashbill, full participation in the distilling process. Additional guests may be added for an incremental cost.

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I’m normally off Monday through Wednesday so the plan is to always take a trip once a month… at a minimum three times a month max. With that timeline domestic trips are ideal, but I’m always trying to accumulate stamps in my passport so international trips are the move. Now don’t get me wrong, I love and appreciate exploring the U.S. as there’s numerous sub-cultures and immensely diverse topography but i’m always looking to see and do more. So the answer to that is international travel (until interplanetary travel is a thing).

This particular “weekend” I was originally headed to the Azores but that fell through, and I’m not mad about it because it gave me the perfect opportunity to shoot further up north in the Atlantic to Iceland — “the land of fire and ice” .

Most international flights to Europe leave in the evening and this was no exception. I flew out of JFK at 9pm ET on a Monday night and happened to find myself in first class where they were already popping bottles of champagne… this should be a good flight. An older gentleman named Magnus was sitting next to me on the phone speaking Icelandic and I had a feeling we would be conversing for a good amount of this flight. When you’ve worked in the hospitality industry for a certain amount of time you get a feel for who’s a “talker” and who isn’t.

Magnus was an accomplished bridge player and his wife is apparently world renowned. He spends his time teaching the game to a variety of affluent Upper East Siders and I’ll say it was a pleasant conversation. He also spoke of the love he has for his native country and its culture and shared a story of his mother being 80 years old and still swimming every morning before work for 2-5 hours. He says most Icelanders love Americans because they grew up watching our TV shows and the states have provided various cultural (music, art, fashion) trends over the years.

I arrived at KEF @6:55am GMT and took a shuttle directly to the Blue Lagoon. I figured decompressing after a long work week and a five and a half-hour flight in silica laden natural thermal waters wasn’t a bad idea. The only thing that could possibly rival would be bathing in the waters of Lake Minnetonka but like I said, this was an international trip. I’ll get to Minnesota another time.

After showering and grabbing my bag from the locker room, I walked back to the shuttle bus and we made our way to Reykjavik. This particular shuttle service has a series of drop points, so I made sure I left a good amount of distance between where I was being dropped off and where I was staying. This allows me to walk and explore while having a predetermined destination. It’s all about efficiency, which you need when traveling under time constraints.

Fortunately, my drop-off point was a block from Hallgrimskirkja so I took advantage (check out photos below). I strolled around the church for about 20 minutes until a surge of other tourists swept in, which was my natural cue to continue on my way towards my room.

Apparently, hot dogs are a thing here so I made sure to grab one at Reykjavik Street Dog seeing that it was on the way. The space was very small and narrow but perfect for what they were doing. A diverse but simple menu of dogs and prep styles which was only outdone by their selection of sauces. Diverse but simple. A hard thing to pull off.

I finished up and continued walking towards my room where I checked in and grabbed a much needed two-hour nap before heading back out in an effort to take advantage of the remaining daylight.

In my research, I came across a bar that’s attached to a hostel, which is always an interesting concept, especially when they can find a level of success thats not entirely determined by the flow of guests. So with that, I had another stop on my list.

I started walking east through Reykjavik and was again amazed by the level of artistic “functional minimalism” that’s found in Scandinavian culture.

Upon walking in the Kex Hostel Restaurant, I immediately noticed the number of windows, white paint, and white tile which allowed the room to capture and reflect the incoming natural light. That, combined with the touches of natural wood, library book shelves, cafe themed work spaces, and the multicolored chalk beer menu board already had me patting myself on the back for the selection. I was a little short on time so I ordered a local malt heavy lager and burger off the happy hour menu for around $28 – $30 US and made my way out and west towards the main port.

Along the way, I passed a sculpture called The Sun Voyager, which is a “dreamboat and an ode the Sun” and conveys “the promise of undiscovered territory, a dream of hope, progress and freedom.” The design and craftsmanship was remarkable and its placement even better.

I continued on for another 1.3km (or a little less than a mile) west until arriving at Reykjavik Röst, where I decided to grab coffee. This cafe serves as a coffee house/bar, but the main thing that caught my eye was a wharf-facing window great for watching boats docking and departing. This was a perfect place to pass the time until my ship departed.

One thing that was non-negotiable when booking this trip was getting out on the North Atlantic, and if I’m out there I might as well attempt to see a few whales, so that’s exactly what was about to happen. I looked up a few different whale watching companies and landed on one with good reviews that had a vessel departing at an ideal time. We pushed off about 2 1/2 hours before sunset and headed out west for 1 1/2 hours into the North Atlantic.

Unfortunately, we didn’t spot any whales but did happen to see a whale shark which apparently is pretty rare. Honestly, I just wanted to get out on the ocean and take in some sea air, so I was pleased regardless. The temperature started out manageable but good thing we had full body suits because on the way back there was a dramatic drop. Obviously. This is almost the northernmost part of the North Atlantic. For most of the way back, everyone huddled inside the ship and plotted on the best method to thaw out upon docking. I already had my plan and now had the perfect excuse.

Once back on land, I walked into Bryggja Brygghus and immediately noticed how large the space was and the amount of table seating. This was a restaurant/food-forward establishment that could handle numerous large parties at once without a problem. They also offered outdoor seating with a view of the wharf. That’s gold for a place like this and I’m sure they do well when the weather permits. With all this going on I forgot the main reason I even chose this place… it was for the brews. “Brygghus” translated to English means “brewhouse” and that’s something I always make a conscious effort to try when traveling. Local Beers. Especially if the establishment brews their own on site, which Bryggia does. I ended up having a pint of their “B-Normal” which was an English Bitter with an ABV of 4.2% for 1,000 Icelandic Króna (approximately $6.83 US).

Knowing there were a few more spots I wanted to check out, I finished up and made my way back out into the evening. I usually prefer to alternate between cocktail and beer-themed venues in an effort to keep my palate and vibe fresh and Slippbarinn did that. This spot offered food but was a very cocktail-forward bar that offered a variety of coffees as well. At this time, nobody was really ordering coffee but during the day I’m sure the beans are moving. The white lighting was a bit too bright for the time of day but at least it wasn’t fluorescent.

For a cocktail, I chose “Summon the Dark One” because its base liquor was black Mezcal with Awamori, lime, smoked pineapple, dry curaçao, and habanero. Fantastic. I took my time with this one and nursed it for as long as I could before making a transition.

As I stated earlier, I prefer trying local things and now that I had accomplished that with beer at the previous spot, it was time to move onto something stronger. 

Brennivin translated to English means “burning wine” and is recognized as Iceland’s signature distilled spirit. It’s described as “a clear, unsweetened schnapps with a licorice or anise aroma.” It’s made from a fermented grain or potato mash flavored with cumin and caraway seeds, and is served chilled in a small short glass.

Mid-decibel conversations, friendly service, and great cocktails made this stop worth it. After finishing up the Brennivin, I settled up and decided to walk back east across town to another beer spot because it was time for another switch.

BrewDog is a craft beer bar chain that has locations around the world. They have a number of their own beers as well as a number of guest and collaboration brews. I chose this place because it offers a wide variety of beers without necessarily coming off as a “corporate chain” bar which isn’t always easy to pull off. It was getting later in the evening and the crowd reflected that. I could tell the respective groups were a few rounds in at this point because voices were elevated and the “I love you, man” stories were flowing faster than the beer from the taps. The spot was fine so I stayed for one but with this crowd I knew it was “one and done”.

From there, I ventured back west towards the room because, in my opinion, its better to finish up at a location closest to where you’re staying. My reasoning revolves around the notion that if I have one too many its an easy walk and there’s less opportunity for the night to go south. With that I had the perfect place and I had been saving it for the finale.

Ölstofa was exactly what I was looking for. A local spot with great beer, lighting, service, music and overall vibe. The walls were full of a variety of framed pictures and the tables were full of conversations that spanned the spectrum and everyone was welcome. I could also tell this is where a good amount of industry people came after closing up shop and I couldn’t blame them. They had good taste. I ended up getting into a few long convos and stayed way longer than I expected over way more drinks than I expected but I was close to the room so it was fine. This was a great watering hole.

After shutting down the bar, I made my way back to the room for a three-hour nap that almost caused me to miss my flight. Luckily, I pre-packed before heading out the night before and just needed to brush my teeth because I woke up to calls from the shuttle driver downstairs. I climbed in the van and apologized to the crowd of older Icelandic couples and we made our way to KEF and myself back to JFK.

That’s how you do Iceland in 24 hours…

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The house, located at the intersection of Canal and Magazine Street, is just a few hundred yards from the original 1850 Sazerac Coffee House—the site where the Sazerac Cocktail was first introduced and the American family-owned company was born in 1850. The experience allows guests to dive into the French Quarter in the 1800s, take a seat at a simulation of the original Sazerac House café tables, chat with virtual New Orleans bartenders about their signature drink recipes and learn how to build drinks from the famous Mr. Boston guide, based on their favorite flavor profiles. 

Guests will learn about the roots of the Sazerac family, which date back to the 1630s in France, explore interactive exhibits about the iconic Sazerac Cocktail, as well as learn about the impact of New Orleans on international cocktail culture. The Sazerac Company worked with a number of archivists to research and document all of the information in the exhibits. Guests can also take part in the production of Peychaud’s Bitters and Sazerac Rye Whiskey, marking the first time that whiskey has been legally distilled in the New Orleans Central Business District.

“The opening of the Sazerac House gives us a show-stopping homeplace in the heart of New Orleans, in a building with a history that aligns so closely to ours,” said Mark Brown, president and chief executive officer of the Sazerac Company. “The Sazerac House showcases our roots in this remarkable city, our commitment to our guests to create an incredibly memorable experience and our celebration of the Sazerac Cocktail.

The Sazerac House is a full renovation of two nearly 200-year-old buildings which were previously vacant for more than 30 years. Local historic preservation architects Trapolin-Peer Architects and Ryan Gootee General Contractors led the renovation efforts of the 48,000 square foot space over the course of two years. Throughout the renovation there was a focus on restoring and reusing historic elements of the building, which reduced landfill load by 5300 tons and saved 2.557 metric tons of CO2.

Sazerac has a history of buying hidden gems and restoring them to their natural beauty. In 1992 the company bought Buffalo Trace Distillery. Today, Buffalo Trace is one of only 2,600 national historic landmarks in the United States, employing nearly 500 workers, and welcoming more than 250,000 visitors a year.

The Sazerac House is open Wednesday through Saturday from 1pm to 6pm through the end of November, and will then be expanding its hours. Complimentary tickets, available here, are required for entry.

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• This trip is all about the bourbon or at least the majority of it will be. So, you should definitely check out The Bourbon Trail and Urban Bourbon Trail. Both experiences give you a taste of Kentucky’s finest, depending on how much time you have. If you’re doing a weekend getaway, we recommend going urban but if you’re going to make a go of it — we say go full trail!
• Either choice, will allow you to make a stop at Mitcher’s Fort Nelson Distillery. The recently opened distillery features the pot stills from the original Mitcher’s Pennsylvania Distillery, which traces its history back to 1753. Located in downtown Louisville, the four story xx.
• If you’re staying in Louisville, we recommend you stay at either the Omni Hotel & Resort or 21c. The former includes the Pin + Proof Speakeasy, a speakeasy that transports you back to an era when alcohol and jazz flowed freely.
• If whiskey isn’t your thing (weird, but okay) or if you just need a break from brown, we recommend Copper & Kings American Brandy Co. This distiller focuses on American brandy, gin and absinthe. They also have a gorgeous container-inspired space, complete with a rooftop bar, that is perfect for both a Wednesday or a wedding!
• If you’re free the weekend of September 20th, you have to check out Bourbon & Beyond. The third annual festival combines the best bourbon, music and food around. Over 40 bourbon brands will offering workshops, demonstrations, celebrity chef and more.  This year’s performers include Foo Fighters, Robert Plant, the Zac Brown Band.

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SPEND A DAY IN COLD SPRING, NY

Cold Spring is easily accessible by Metro North, and you can just hop right off the train and walk into town. The views of the Hudson Valley are so beautiful—the foliage, the water and the mountains are stunning. There are tons of hiking trails in the area, so most people you see walking around town are wearing leggings and carrying backpacks.

The happening lunch spot is Hudson Hil’s, but if you can’t get a table there, plenty of other cute restaurants line the main street. Spend the afternoon popping into shops and just walking around. Have a coffee along the river… It’s just an incredibly pleasant and easy adventure you can organize at the last minute.

GET CULTURED AT THE CLOISTERS

The Cloisters are another one of those things that every New York transplant has on their bucket list—and with good reason. This extension of The Met is one of the hidden gems of the city and worth the long journey to get there—split an Uber with friends or take the A train all the way to 190th and then walk about 10 minutes.

Along with the oft-photographed cloister itself—containing pristine, lovely gardens and statues and fountains—the inside of the museum itself is rather incredible. Take your time roaming the medieval galleries and do yourself a favor and look up why there are so many unicorns in the artwork.

The Cloisters offer beautiful views of the Hudson River, and give you plenty of reasons to just take a seat and spend some time breathing in the fresh air and feeling the warm sunshine on your face.

STAYCATION AT THE PARKER MERIDIAN

If you’re feeling particularly indulgent and determined to have access to a body of water this weekend, why not book a staycation at The Parker Meridien? This luxe hotel pool boasts incredible views of Central Park and a tiered outdoor sundeck—so while I’d recommend spending as much of the weekend as possible wrapped in a white robe, you’ll also be able to work on your tan, sip many cocktails and take a refreshing dip without ever having to put on shoes. (Day passes for this pool are available for $150—but like for that price why not just get a room and make a weekend of it, amiright?)

BOWLING AT THE GUTTER

If you like bowling and cheap pitchers of beer, this is your spot. I definitely love both, and The Gutter is a welcome throwback to the dirty, old school smoke-filled alleys where I used to bowl in high school. (I was on the team, okay?) It’s a great option if it happens to rain this weekend or it’s just too damn hot, and you can fold it into a whole Williamsburg day with brunch at Allswell and summer jewelry shopping at Catbird. (If it is nice? Conclude your day with sunset rooftop drinks at The Ides at The Wythe.)

THE HONORABLE WILLIAM WALL

One of my all-time favorite summer activities in New York is an evening aboard The Honorable William Wall. This floating clubhouse (part of The Manhattan Yacht Club) not far from Ellis Island is accessible by a fleet of motorboats that ferry out from downtown Jersey City. $22 gets you a ride to and from the clubhouse, and once aboard, drinks are relatively inexpensive. My advice? Pack a picnic (there’s no food served) and head out in time for sunset. Grab a spot on the top deck that looks back at the NYC skyline and get tipsy while enjoying the cool breeze that can be hard to find within the sweltering city.

DAY TRIP TO FIRE ISLAND

After my first experience on Fire Island a few summers ago, I couldn’t quite believe how lovely it was, nor could I believe I hadn’t been before. I was told, “Don’t tell anyone.” So I won’t mention the beautiful beaches that feel like a cross between Montauk and The Shore, the $5 Long Island Iced Teas you can find in Kismet or the gorgeous pathways shrouded in sea grass and the lack of cars… Not a word.

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From waterfalls to ocean vistas, fall in love with Oahu’s wild side at these stunning destinations.

Above: Tri-panel bra and Plush leggings c/o Beyond Yoga, K-Swiss Blade Light II shoes. Shot by Isaac Lacey.

If you follow me on Instagram, you likely know that my boyfriend started his own Brooklyn-based personal training company fitXplorer, which is all about the intersection of health, fitness and of course, exploration… aka his everyday life [insert eye roll here]. But really, over the course of our relationship we’ve always tried to seek out new adventures that challenge us physically and provide a new perspective. And what better time to do so than in the wilderness of Oahu?

Below you’ll find my shortlist of a few outdoorsy destinations on the island that will have you in awe of their natural beauty. So bring your go-pro or selfie stick and come along for the ride! You might even work up a little sweat in the process.
xL

Cool Down at Lulumahu Falls

If waterfalls are what you’re in search of, Lulumahu is is sure to deliver. The trail starts in a bamboo forest, then transforms into an open field and finally takes you up a winding riverbed to the gorgeous backdrop you see above. It’s pretty easy to navigate (here are the directions we followed) and not at all difficult going up (there were plenty of children hiking it too) which makes the impressive size of the falls at the end such a surprise. You can also be in and out within about 1.5 hrs, depending on how much time you spend up top, so it still leaves plenty of time for the beach afterward. And though there was a little bit of a crowd when we got to the end of the trail, a few minutes of waiting in the cool water and we were alone with this natural wonder in no time. Just try to stay patient.

Above: On Me: Romper c/o 6 Shore Road by Pooja, Sunday Somewhere sunnies, Zara gladiator sandals. On Isaac: Patagonia trunks, The Whiskey Brooklyn ‘BK to CA’ tank. Shot by Isaac Lacey and (my dad) Kenneth Gould.

Epic Views at Laie Point

If you take the scenic route to the North Shore, following the road along the coast from Kailua, you’ll hit the tiny town of Laie. Perched on the tip of the Northwestern side of the island, the views from Laie Point are breath-taking and the best part is that it’s easy to drive into as long as you know what you’re looking for (hence my lack of proper hiking gear above). I luckily spotted the cliffs from the road as we drove up, but here’s the precise Google map location for you too, in case your hawk eyes aren’t as keen. Apparently you can cliff jump from here as well (you might recognize it from this scene in Forgetting Sarah Marshall), but much to Isaac’s disappointment the waters were WAY too rough when we visited. Guess we’ll just have to add it to our list of reasons to return!

 

Above: The Whiskey Lifestyle feather tank,Tri-panel bra and Plush leggings c/o Beyond Yoga, Vince Camuto rose gold aviators, K-Swiss Blade Light II shoes.  Shot by Isaac Lacey.

New Heights at the Pali Puka Trail

The Pali Puka trail is not for the faint of heart. It pretty much involves heading down an unsanctioned trail in the forest to a death-defyingly-steep narrow trail that winds the side of a mountain and threatens at every point to toss you off. Ok, maybe I’m exaggerating a little, but damn, it was scary! Sure footing and a bit of climbing know-how are definitely helpful. Not to mention, the less you fear heights, the better. To get to this lookout we wound up taking the unexposed side of the mountain that drops into the forest instead of a cliff, but it was still pretty nerve-wracking, to say the least. Looking for an even bigger challenge? Try out the Pali Notches which is off the same trail. Super scary but the experience (and insane photos at the top) seem 100% worth it. One day I’ll work my way up to that level and return…

Article originally via The Marcy Stop 

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