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Hiking the Arizona Trail: Answers to Essential Questions

Thinking about hiking the Arizona Trail? These answers to important questions about the trail, gear, navigation, mood, and more will help you prepare.

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.

The Best Segments of the Colorado Trail

Love mountains but can’t spare 4-6 weeks for a thru hike? These are the best and most scenic segments of the Colorado Trail.

Hiking the Colorado Trail: Answers to Essential Questions

Planning a Colorado Trail thru hike? These answers to 35 essential questions will help you plan for the CT and give you a sense of the experience.

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Broken Top Loop Backpacking Guide | Three Sisters Wilderness, OR

Broken Top Loop is a dramatic and varied 22 mile backpacking route through Three Sisters Wilderness, west of Bend. Here’s a guide to logistics, campsites, and what to expect.

Devils Dome Loop Washington

Devil’s Dome Loop Backpacking Guide | North Cascades, WA

Route and logistics guide to Devil’s Dome Loop, a dramatic 40ish mile backpacking route in the North Cascades. The views are heavenly, but the devil is in the 5000+ foot climb…

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North Coast Ridge to Cone Peak: Epic Ventana Wilderness Ridge Hike

If you’ve already hiked to Cone Peak in the Ventana Wilderness and want something bigger, this burly multi-day trek along North Coast Ridge might be just the thing.

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18 Day John Muir Trail Itinerary from Lyell Canyon

To help you plan your JMT hike, here’s the 18 day John Muir Trail itinerary I used to hike from the Lyell Canyon alternate start.

Lake Tahoe from TRT

Tahoe Rim Trail: 7 Day Lightweight Backpacking Itinerary and Tips

The 170 mile Tahoe Rim Trail makes a fantastic lightweight backpacking route. Here’s a 7 day TRT itinerary, plus gear and logistics notes, from my TRT thru-hike.

Cactus on the Skyline Trail

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.

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