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How to Summit Mt. Hood
Mount Hood, located in Oregon, is a popular destination for tourists, skiers, hikers, and climbers. With its awe-inspiring peak and breathtaking views, summiting Mount Hood can be an exhilarating experience. In this blog post, we will provide you with a guide, that will serve as a starting point, on the logistics involved in successfully summiting […]
7 Hardest Hikes in North America
Calling all CrossFit athletes, Spartan racers, and climbing gym rats! Who needs entry fees and obstacle courses when canyons and mountains exist? We’ve got a new kind of physical challenge for you and they all take place outdoors. Looking to test your mettle? We’ve compiled a list of the hardest hikes in the US and […]
Mount Chiquita Trail
General Description Mount Chiquita is one of three popular summits with relatively close approaches to high altitude peaks. A 2.5 mile hike with 2,000 ft. elevation gain reaches the summit of Mt. Chiquita. This makes is a successful day already, adding on Mt. Chapin and Mt. Yipsilon create for a challenging link up of mountain […]
8 Things the Pros Wish They Knew Before Their First Backpacking Trip
Some first backpacking trips are better than others. But if you follow a bit of time-tested advice, you can ensure your first trip runs smoothly. My first backpacking trip? (I don’t even think you could call it that.) I forced my sister to walk a mile and a half across sand dunes to a walk-in […]
Yellowstone’s Top Trails
Note: This post was originally published July 2018, and has been updated with the latest route and permit info as of January 2023. Yellowstone National Park encompasses nearly 1,000 miles of trails, 466 miles of road, and 15+ miles of boardwalks. All of these paths sit atop a super volcano with 290 waterfalls, 67 species […]
Top 3 Olympic National Park Backpacking Trips
Note: This post was originally published December 2019, and has been updated with the latest route and permit info as of February 2023. Hiking and backpacking in Olympic National Park is an incredible adventure, a one of a kind experience in the United States. Olympic boasts the only temperate rainforest in the U.S. as well […]
Best Hiking Boots for Backpacking
The hiking boot. The indomitable pillar on which the epic hiking trip has been built for centuries. It’s rugged, robust, supportive, and ready to take on any trail anywhere. But step into any outdoor goods store, and you’ll find shelves upon shelves of hiking boots. Some lightweight, some heavy. Some waterproof, some extra breathable. How […]
Why It’s Worth Hiking the John Muir Trail
A good life is never walked in a straight line. Like a backcountry trail, it gives us all kinds of challenges with which to contend. Steep climbs. Dark storms. Confusing intersections. That’s why overcoming obstacles in the outdoors is such a learning opportunity. Only in testing your mettle can you see what you’re made of. […]
Hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc
My husband and I had traveled with Wildland through the Grand Canyon back in 2017 and knew we would be well taken care of in the Alps. We booked just as travel restrictions were starting to lift from COVID, but there were still many testing guidelines that had to be followed to board an international […]
How to Plan a Backpacking Route
Backpacking through the wilderness provides a variety of health benefits both mental and physical yet it can be stressful to plan for. Set yourself up for success with these pro tips for planning your next backpacking adventure. This article will dive into the details of planning your route, like how to decide your trail, secure […]
Best Beginner Backpacking Trips in Yosemite
Yosemite National Park offers some of the best backpacking in the country. Over 750 miles of established trail wind through scenery studded by granite peaks, wildflower filled meadows, rushing waterfalls, and high-elevation lakes. With so much to see and do, it can be challenging to choose a route as a beginner backpacker or first time […]
How to Build a Career in the Outdoor Industry
Are you dreaming of a life in the outdoor industry? Do you want to spend your days outside, learning about the world, following seasonal cycles, getting your hands dirty, and connecting with like-minded souls? Then you might want to look into one of the many outdoor careers that exist. Many adventurers start off assuming they […]
12 Low-Waste Backpacking Tips
Zero-waste backpacking is a lofty goal, but for many, it feels like a burden. And depending on your circumstances, it’s impractical to try to backpack with absolutely zero waste — maybe due to a lack of local resources (like bulk products) or available time. However, low-waste backpacking is achievable for everyone, especially if you take […]
Wild Basin Trail
Wild Basin Trail is the starting point to spectacular waterfalls, alpine lakes, and mountain views. The region hosts a variety of trail lengths ranging in day hikes too multi-day backpacking and stock-supported trips. Located in the Southern part of Rocky Mountain National Park, Wild Basin is a less frequented region. Its most popular attractions are […]
15 Best Beginner Backpacking Trips in the U.S.
If you’re new to backpacking, you may have a lot of questions, like what to pack, what to eat, and — most excitingly — where to go. In the US, you have dozens of beginner backpacking trips at your fingertips. Whether you want to plan an epic hiking vacation to your favorite national park or […]