Glacier National Park sits on the northern border of Montana and Canada. Glacier is the only U.S. National Park crossing a border, with the Canadian side being Wharton National Park. Many people wonder if they should stay on the east or west side when visiting Glacier, the answer is both! Do not limit yourself to…
Mount Snowdon, or Yr Wyddfa in Welsh, is the highest mountain in Wales and the most visited mountain in the UK. The great attraction of Snowdon is that there is a route to the top that suits all abilities. In fact, it even has a railway line to the summit for those who are unable…
The hike spanning 9.5 miles from Camogli to San Fruttuoso and then to Portofino is an essential experience for visitors to Italy’s Liguria region. Traversing the Mount Portofino Regional Park, which offers a variety of trails at no cost, this hike promises scenic beauty and adventure. Where to stay If you are looking to stay…
Top Hiking Locations in Tennessee for All Who Love the Outdoors
Imagine a trail where each step unveils a new adventure—from rugged paths to gentle waterfalls, from serene creek crossings to challenging terrains, all leading you to a breathtaking oceanfront vista. Queen’s Bath in Kauai offers just that, encapsulating an incredible variety of experiences within a mere 1.3km journey. It’s a natural marvel not to be…
As the warmth of spring breathes new life into Los Angeles, my quest for the most enchanting waterfall hikes continues. This time, I’ve set my sights on the iconic Eaton Canyon Falls Trail in Pasadena. Gone are the days of enduring the chilly 65° weather of winter; today, I invite you to join me on…
A complete, 3-day itinerary for backpacking Goodwater Trail Loop near Austin, TX
If you’re the type of person who loves exploring off the beaten path and seeing how much of the world you can enjoy and experience with your own two feet, you’re probably also the type of person who’d really love trail running. Trail Running Tips Many people, runners included, don’t realize that there’s this great…
Are you ready to climb a mountain? How about the tallest 10,000-foot mountain overlooking Los Angeles? Just a forty-five-minute drive from that concrete jungle, the city of angels, you can find many different trails ascending to the top of Mt Baldy, the local’s name for Mt San Antonio. So lace up your favorite Keen hiking boots, fill up your Nalgene with H20 and ask yourself “Which is the best route to summit Mt Baldy?”
The Eastern Sierras is just a three-hour drive from the urban metropolis that is southern California’s concrete jungle; Los Angeles. From the numerous backcountry lakes above Rock Creek to the trails hugging the outskirts of Yosemite National Park, the rugged mountains of the Eastern Sierras are a great hiking and camping area to introduce kids to the wilderness. Hikes in the Ansel Adam’s Wilderness and beyond do not have to be hard for little feet with these simple hints on how to introduce your children to hiking in the great outdoors.