Christopher Lover

Vegan endurance athlete and nature lover with a serious passion for long-distance hiking and post-trail tacos. After completing the Appalachian Trail in 2024, the journey continues on the Pacific Crest Trail for 2026. Dedicated to high-mileage days, fitness, and documenting the ‘ups and downs’ of life on the trail. Get outside and explore!

Posts

Forester Pass, the Sierra Storm, and a Split-Second Decision

Forester Pass, the Sierra Storm, and a Split-Second Decision

Forester Pass, the Sierra Storm, and a Split-Second Decision

Jul 16, 2026 : Christopher Lover
Both Feet In: Cold Plunging, Tough Calls, and the Reality of the Sierra

Both Feet In: Cold Plunging, Tough Calls, and the Reality of the Sierra

Both Feet In: Cold Plunging, Tough Calls, and the Reality of the Sierra

Jul 10, 2026 : Christopher Lover
Trusting the Trail: Leaving the Desert Behind for the High Sierra

Trusting the Trail: Leaving the Desert Behind for the High Sierra

Trusting the Trail: Leaving the Desert Behind for the High Sierra

Jul 5, 2026 : Christopher Lover
Walker Pass to Kennedy Meadows South: Farewell Desert, Hello Sierra

Walker Pass to Kennedy Meadows South: Farewell Desert, Hello Sierra

Walker Pass to Kennedy Meadows South: Farewell Desert, Hello Sierra

Jun 24, 2026 : Christopher Lover
Tehachapi to Walker Pass:  Desert Heat, Windmills and Trail Angels

Tehachapi to Walker Pass: Desert Heat, Windmills and Trail Angels

Tehachapi to Walker Pass: Desert Heat, Windmills and Trail Angels

Jun 19, 2026 : Christopher Lover
The Tehachapi Challenge: 40 Miles, 17 Hours and 2 Zeros

The Tehachapi Challenge: 40 Miles, 17 Hours and 2 Zeros

The Tehachapi Challenge: 40 Miles, 17 Hours and 2 Zeros

Jun 14, 2026 : Christopher Lover
Crossing the Angeles Crest Highway to Hikertown

Crossing the Angeles Crest Highway to Hikertown

Crossing the Angeles Crest highway to Hikertown

Jun 9, 2026 : Christopher Lover
Wrightwood to Baden Powell: Sunrises, Sasquatch and Falling Rocks

Wrightwood to Baden Powell: Sunrises, Sasquatch and Falling Rocks

Wrightwood to Baden Powell: Sunrises, Sasquatch and Falling Rocks

Jun 4, 2026 : Christopher Lover
Sand, Springs and Mojave Winds: Big Bear City to Cajon Pass

Sand, Springs and Mojave Winds: Big Bear City to Cajon Pass

Sand, Springs and Mojave Winds: Big Bear City to Cajon Pass

May 30, 2026 : Christopher Lover
In Search of Trees: High Desert to Big Bear City

In Search of Trees: High Desert to Big Bear City

High Desert Miles to Big Bear City

May 26, 2026 : Christopher Lover