Smartphone or GPS Device: Which is Best for Hiking Navigation?
Do you need a GPS navigation device for hiking? Not necessarily! Here’s when and how to navigate with your smartphone while hiking or backpacking.
Day Hiking
From Desert to Alpine, 5 Really Hard Day Hikes in California
From the desert to the mountains (literally) these challenging day hikes in California will push you to your limit in the best way possible.
Day Hiking Lunch Ideas (Quick and Easy)
These day hiking lunch ideas are quick to prep and will satisfy your hiker-sized appetite on the trail. Ideas for keto, vegan, and vegetarian hikers too.
Scrambling: A Hiker’s Guide
Spice up your hiking with scrambling, a full-body puzzle promising total immersion in rugged landscapes.
Are Trekking Poles Worth It?
Are hiking poles really worth it? It depends! Here’s how to think about the pros and cons of trekking poles and whether they make sense for your hiking.
Black Diamond Carbon Distance Z Hiking Poles: Long-Term Review
Black Diamond’s Distance Carbon Z poles are as light and compact as can be, but they do have some tradeoffs. Here’s a detailed review to help you decide if they’re right for you.
Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ Hiking Poles: Long-Term Review
The Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ hiking poles stand out for their blend of packable design, moderate length adjustment, and light weight. Here’s my review after 800+ miles.
Gift Ideas for Hikers in 2024 (All Budgets)
Choosing a gift for a special someone who loves day hiking? This list of ideas includes popular, practical, and delightful items across a range of budgets.
How to Hike Gooseberry Trail in Canyonlands National Park
Gooseberry Trail is an exciting day hike in Canyonlands National Park. You’ll feel fully immersed in the region’s spectacular geology as you plunge to the White Rim and climb back out.
How to Hike Cathedral Wash, A Fun Canyon Scramble in Northern Arizona
Cathedral Wash is a short, scenic, easily accessible slot canyon hike in northern Arizona leading to the Colorado River.
Bighorn Gorge Hiking Guide | Death Valley National Park
Bighorn Gorge is a fun and unusual hike in Death Valley. Cross open desert, scramble up dry waterfalls, and explore winding canyons on this challenging 20 mile route.
How To Hike Your First 20 Miler: Tips for Long Days on the Trail
Want to take your hiking or backpacking to another level? Here are tips and techniques for hiking long days more comfortably, so you can enjoy even more wild places.
Hardest and Highest Hill Hikes in the SF Bay Area
Looking for something tall to hike to the top of? This list of challenging hill climbs in the San Francisco Bay Area has you covered.
Cactus to Clouds Hiking Guide (+ Must-Know Safety Info)
Thinking about taking on the notorious Cactus to Clouds hiking route? Here’s what you must know before attempting this epic and potentially dangerous day hike from Palm Springs.
Cone Peak Hiking Guide: From Sea to Sky Near Big Sur
Hiking Cone Peak might be the most spectacular thing you can do in the Big Sur area, and that’s saying a lot. Here’s a detailed guide to four different Cone Peak hiking routes.
Where to Go Hiking in West Africa
West Africa isn’t exactly a famous hiking destination, but for those drawn to this complex part of the world, these are the trails to check out.
The Peakbagger’s Guide to California’s 14ers
Whether you’re looking for beginner-friendly California 14er hikes or want to climb the whole list, this guide to California 14ers has you covered.
How to Hike Mount Tallac in Gorgeous South Lake Tahoe
The Mount Tallac Trail in South Lake Tahoe is a gorgous, dramatic, challenging day hike with sweeping views. Here’s what to know before you go.
Knee Pain While Hiking: Quick Fixes for Relief on the Trail
Knee pain while hiking is a huge bummer. Try these tips to reset your biomechanics and find relief next time things start to go downhill.
Laguna de los Tres – Detailed Hiking Guide (Argentina)
Here’s everything you need to know about hiking from El Chaltén to Laguna de los Tres and the base of Fitz Roy, one of the most spectacular day hikes in Patagonia.
Hiking in Trail Running Shoes – Good or Bad Idea?
Tired of big heavy boots? Here’s how to decide if hiking in trail running shoes is right for you, plus how to transition safely and which shoe models to consider.
Hiking Argentina’s Vinciguerra Glacier Trail
Stroll through idyllic meadow and scramble up muddy forest trail to this alpine lake high above Ushuaia. Here’s everything you need to know to hike to Vinciguerra Glacier.
Hike Mount Nimba Reserve in Liberia: an abandoned mining site and tri-country border near the highest Peak in West Africa
A unique day hike through an abandoned mining site to the point where three West African countries meet. How cool is that?!
