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"My first backpacking trip, just after Christmas... lots of mud and rain and crisp mornings. Headed back for more this Christmas!"

-Jennifer Franklin @jadedjennifer

 
 
Gear List:

Tent - REI Camp Dome

Camera - Canon 7D

First Lake Colors

This photo at First Lake captures the spirit of a great camp spot. You can almost smell the fresh mountain air and feel the warmth of the sun through the trees.

Peyto Lake

Catching a glimpse of the Aurora Borealis at this campspot in Banff National Park.

Surf Coast Camping

Responsible folks, like Vic and his friend, prove that the best north Oregon coast campspots are those that you have to find and make yourself.