Craving the thru hiking vibe but can’t spare several months for a long trail? These five short thru hikes in the US offer a big dose of scenery, challenge, and beauty in just a few weeks.
Hiker biker campsites are a cherished resource for self-powered travelers. Here’s where to find them, how to use them, and what to expect when you get there.
Choosing a backpack for your thru hike is a big commitment! Here’s how to choose the right thru hiking pack size based on your gear and the trail you’ll be hiking.
Do you think of yourself as a backpacker, thru hiker, or both? If you’ve never thought about the difference, this overview of thru hiking vs. backpacking is food for thought.
In 2019 Dan bought and converted a van, quit his job, and set off to experience as much hiking, camping, and wilderness as he could.
Thinking about hiking the Arizona Trail? These answers to important questions about the trail, gear, navigation, mood, and more will help you prepare.
My complete Arizona Trail thru hike gear list, including what worked well and what could have been better.
Water can be one of the biggest challenges on the Arizona Trail, but it’s not necessarily as bad as you think. Here’s a detailed guide to planning your drinking water on the AZT.
Need help planning your resupply strategy for the Arizona Trail? Here’s my 2021 AZT resupply plan, plus notes on what worked and what could have been better.
Step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process of planning your hike on the incredible John Muir Trail.
Your Colorado Trail resupply plan is a key part of your hiking experience. Here’s how to make sense of all the options and choose the best resupply stops for you.
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.
A moderately lightweight and comfortable gear list for thru hiking the stunning Colorado Trail, with notes on what worked well and what didn’t.
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.
Hiking the John Muir Trail is a once in a lifetime experience. Learn from my mistakes with these JMT hiking tips I wish I had known beforehand.
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.
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.
How many days does it take to hike the John Muir Trail? It depends! Here’s how to calculate the JMT hiking pace that’s right for you.
The John Muir Trail is more famous, but nearby Tahoe Rim Trail is another lovely Sierra thru hike with its own advantages. Here’s how to choose.
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