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Just Trek Podcast

Justin "Justroc" Rimon
Los Angeles
Mental Health
Hiking
San Gabriel Mountains
Outdoor Adventure
California
Yosemite National Park
Palisades Fire
Eaton Fire
Santa Monica Mountains
Mount Rainier
Photography
Philippines
San Gorgonio Mountain
Backpacking
Channel Islands National Park
Grand Canyon
Santa Ana Winds
Mount Whitney
Just Trek Podcast

Do you love adventure and the great outdoors? Then give this adventure podcast a listen and hear transformational conversations and stories from inspirational hikers, outdoor entrepreneurs, solo world travelers, environmentalists, writers, and creatives from the LA + SoCal community and beyond. Learns tips & tricks for exploring, life lessons from our guests, discover new places to explore, and ho... more

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Latest Episodes

On this episode, I’m joined outdoors in Palos Verdes, California by Corbin Pickett (@outdoorswithcorb), also known as “Brotha Nature” — a SoCal trekker, outdoor creator, community builder, board member of Black Men Hike LA, and founder of Kuji Hiking... more

In this volume of the Trails & Tribulations series on the Just Trek podcast, I welcome back Juan Flores (Outdoor Adventures+, Nature’s Palette, Urban Youth Nature Project) as he recounts first attempt of big bad, Iron Mountain in the San Gabriel Moun... more

On this episode, I release the exclusive recording from the show’s fourth live podcast at the Just Trek Pod's 6 Year anniversary celebration at Happier Cafe along the LA River in Frogtown, Los Angeles. I reflect on launching the podcast during the Ma... more

In this episode, I share my most unforgettable adventure yet: my first major international trek with the Just Trek Crew in Guatemala, hiking Volcán Acatenango for a front-row view of Volcán de Fuego erupting. I break down how this dream trip finally ... more

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Recent Guests

Corbin Pickett
outdoor creator, board member of Black Men Hike LA, founder of Kuji Hiking Crew
Black Men Hike LA; Kuji Hiking Crew
Episode: #111 | Brotha Nature Speaks: From the 52 Hike Challenge to Black Men Hike LA — Escaping the Matrix Through Nature & Exploring the Outdoors as a Black Hiker w/ Corbin Pickett (Outdoors with Corb)
Juan Flores
Founder of Outdoor Adventures Plus, Nature's Palette, and the Urban Youth Nature Project
Outdoor Adventures Plus; Nature's Palette; Urban Youth Nature Project
Episode: #110 | Trails & Tribulations Vol. 6 - Abandoned on Big Iron Mountain: Lost, Facing Lions, and Waterless with Jonthan Flores from Outdoor Adventures+
Rolland Tizuela
Camp Anthropology founder and speaker
Camp Anthropology
Episode: #109 | Exclusive Recording From The 6 Year Anniversary Live Podcast Show feat. Rolland Tizuela (Campthropology), Nikki Taylor (Way Out Wild), RJ Soria (TRVRS Outdoors) - Moderated by Justin Rimon
RJ Soria
TRVRS Outdoors founder and mountaineer
TRVRS Outdoors
Episode: #109 | Exclusive Recording From The 6 Year Anniversary Live Podcast Show feat. Rolland Tizuela (Campthropology), Nikki Taylor (Way Out Wild), RJ Soria (TRVRS Outdoors) - Moderated by Justin Rimon
Josh Jackson
LA-based trekker, writer, photographer, conservationist; founder of The Forgotten Lands Project; author
Forgotten Lands Project
Episode: #107 | Best of Just Trek Vol. 3 - Ultimate Adventure Story Compilation
Nikki Taylor (Adventure P)
Trekker, outdoor guide and safety instructor; founder of Way Out Wild
Way Out Wild
Episode: #107 | Best of Just Trek Vol. 3 - Ultimate Adventure Story Compilation
Anjelica Avella (Adventures of Anjelica)
Trekker, backpacker, diversity and inclusion advocate; guide
Adventures with Anjelica
Episode: #107 | Best of Just Trek Vol. 3 - Ultimate Adventure Story Compilation
Luis (Mr. Traveler)
Outdoor content creator; founder of Vamos Hiking Crew
Vamos Hiking Crew
Episode: #107 | Best of Just Trek Vol. 3 - Ultimate Adventure Story Compilation
Christian De la Torre
Climber; military veteran; founder of Trace Club; TV personality and content creator
Trace Club
Episode: #107 | Best of Just Trek Vol. 3 - Ultimate Adventure Story Compilation

Host

Justin Just Rock Ramon
Host of the Just Trek Podcast with a focus on outdoor storytelling, hiking experiences, and community building

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Such a great listen

    Justin is a great podcast host with great and interesting guests. Definitely amps me up to go hiking! Very knowledgeable too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Globetrotters Podcast
    United States2 years ago
  • Good communication

    The host really knows how to interview a person. For an example, if things get a little off, and the guest forgets their thoughts, he is able to respark that thought by asking the right questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JSerra_
    United States6 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Great interview with Jesse Fernandez. He’s a great dude and has helped a lot of us see things they never thought they would see.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mzrain13
    United States6 years ago
  • Hikes hikes hikes love all the episodes

    Great stories of day to day people loving the outdoors. Great interviews and encounters of different experiences of adventures. You have an epic journey here Justin. Thank you for having and enjoying this passion of getting our peers together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fastspeed80
    United States6 years ago
  • Excellent podcast for Southern California Outdoorists

    Excellent podcast for Southern California's outdoor enthusiasts! Justin is thoughtful, attentive, and considerate with his guests. Keep up the excellent work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cranky manly
    United States6 years ago

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Community-focused framing resonates with the audience.
Guests are credible and share actionable outdoor tips.
Host excels at guiding conversations with thoughtful questions.
The host's passion for SoCal outdoors comes through in every episode.
Listeners appreciate the mix of survival stories and practical gear advice.

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#211
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#109 | Exclusive Recording From The 6 Year Anniversary Live Podcast Show feat. Rolland Tizuela (Campthropology), Nikki Taylor (Way Out Wild), RJ Soria (TRVRS Outdoors) - Moderated by Justin Rimon
Q: What question did you most want to answer for the audience when you prepared for this live show?
The panel emphasized balancing risk with the desire to push limits, underscoring that education and preparation are the best ways to make adventurous goals attainable.
#106 | Trails & Tribulations Vol. 5 - Three Apples and a Prayer: Surviving a 60 Mile Vision Quest in the San Gabriel Mountains - Justin Williams (Rockhound Hiker)
Q: From this entire experience, what would you say are some of the major lessons learned?
He highlights the need to verify and study routes before committing to long traverses, the risk of glamorizing a vision quest without proper fuel and electrolytes, the myth of surviving on water alone, the humility of the mountains, and the value of safer, more mindful approaches to personal growth. He also notes the importance of considering loved ones and seeking meaningful experiences without extreme risk, as well as the powerful human connections formed along the way.
#103 | Trails & Tribulations Vol. 4 - From Wreck To Ridges: Surviving the Grand Canyon's Test - Lauren (YorAdventures)
Q: What would you say were the major takeaways and lessons learned from the Grand Canyon backpacking experience with your kids?
I am just in awe of how strong and resilient kids really can be. They trained hard for this and they kept going even when things were going wrong.
#100 | Reverse Episode Special: Host Justin Rimon in the Hot Seat — The Origin of Just Trek, The 100-Episode Journey, and His Path From Dance Floors to Mountain Peaks
Q: If there's one hiking or outdoor experience, what would it be?
I would relive my one-day hike of Mount Whitney, which was overwhelming and beautiful, making it one of the most memorable experiences of my life.
#100 | Reverse Episode Special: Host Justin Rimon in the Hot Seat — The Origin of Just Trek, The 100-Episode Journey, and His Path From Dance Floors to Mountain Peaks
Q: What does this milestone mean to you on a personal level?
Reaching this milestone shows I've remained resilient and that there are endless possibilities for growth.

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This show centers on outdoor adventure, hiking, and backcountry living with a strong SoCal lens. Episodes mix first-person survival stories, practical trek planning, gear and safety tips, and candid conversations with outdoor entrepreneurs, guides, photographers, and community builders. The host leans into actionable takeaways—navigation, hydration, risk assessment, and leadership—while highlighting inclusive, education-forward approaches to outdoor spaces. A notable pattern is live panels and cross-guest storytelling that emphasize mentorship, community, and mental health benefits of time in nature, making it appealing for aspiring trekkers, outdoor professionals, and brands looking to align with adventurous, mission-driven storytelling.

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Recent guests on Just Trek Podcast include:

1. Corbin Pickett
2. Juan Flores
3. Rolland Tizuela
4. RJ Soria
5. Josh Jackson
6. Nikki Taylor (Adventure P)
7. Anjelica Avella (Adventures of Anjelica)
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