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Cirque of the Towers 3-Day Backpacking Loop – Wind River, WY
Cirque of the Towers 3-Day Backpacking Loop – Wind River, WY
Last Updated:
September 12, 2025
The Wind River Range in Wyoming is a place you truly have to see to believe. It’s an outdoor adventurer’s dream come true. Where immense glacier-carved granite spires tower over crystal-clear lakes, rolling meadows, and fields choked with high-alpine wildflowers.
Bryce Canyon Backpacking Guide – Under the Rim Trail & Riggs Spring Loop
Bryce Canyon Backpacking Guide – Under the Rim Trail & Riggs Spring Loop
Last Updated:
September 12, 2025
If you want to enjoy backcountry portions of Bryce Canyon National Park, we recommend the Under the Rim Trail & Riggs Spring Loop. Here’s how to backpack this scenic loop:
Mount Adams Backpacking Guide
Mount Adams Backpacking Guide
Last Updated:
September 12, 2025
The Mount Adams Wilderness should definitely be on your radar if you’re looking for the rare backpacking adventure in the Pacific Northwest that’s not overcrowded.
Best Women’s Backpacking Gear of 2025
Best Women’s Backpacking Gear of 2025
Last Updated:
September 10, 2025
We tell you the key differences in women-specific backpacking gear and what we pack for every backcountry visit.
How to Poop in the Woods: A Backpacker’s Guide
How to Poop in the Woods: A Backpacker’s Guide
Last Updated:
September 9, 2025
When nature calls, we’ve got steps to turn a backcountry bathroom break into a five-star experience. Plus, properly disposing of your #2 keeps our wild places and waterways clean and pristine.”
10 Tips for Capturing Great Adventure Photos
10 Tips for Capturing Great Adventure Photos
Last Updated:
September 9, 2025
Taking professional-looking photos takes time, but it’s a skill worth growing if you want to better share your experiences, inspire others, and record your memories.
Are Hiking Sandals Really a Thing?
Are Hiking Sandals Really a Thing?
Last Updated:
September 9, 2025
Boots and shoes are still mainstays of the trail, but hiking sandals have a lot of merits that might just make you a convert.
Women’s Topo Athletic Traverse Trail Runner Review
Women’s Topo Athletic Traverse Trail Runner Review
Published:
September 8, 2025
Truly skilled on all trail types, this durable, low-drop, moderately cushioned shoe provides plenty of space for your toes.
Women’s New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro V9 Review
Women’s New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro V9 Review
Published:
September 8, 2025
With extra thick cushion from the Fresh Foam X in the midsole, and an extra sticky Vibram outsole these shoes will have you bounding down the trails.
Women’s Altra Lone Peak 9+ Trail Runner Review
Women’s Altra Lone Peak 9+ Trail Runner Review
Published:
September 8, 2025
The original Foot Shaped toe box trail shoe is in its ninth edition, sporting a refined upper without compromising its renowned roominess. Luggy tread and moderate cushion make this a contender for hikers, runners, and backpackers alike.
Women’s Topo Athletic MTN Racer 4 Trail Runner Review
Women’s Topo Athletic MTN Racer 4 Trail Runner Review
Published:
September 8, 2025
This shoe offers incredible traction and comfort by combining a high-cushion midsole with a Vibram outsole, deep lugs, and a secure yet roomy fit.
Women’s Altra Experience Wild 2 Trail Runner Review
Women’s Altra Experience Wild 2 Trail Runner Review
Published:
September 8, 2025
Trail ready with plenty of room for your toes and thick cushioning this shoe will take you from trail to summit and back again.
Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2025
Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2025
Last Updated:
September 7, 2025
We hit the ground running to find the best trail runners for every type of terrain. From mountain ridges to forest paths, we’ll help you find the right shoe for you.
A Guide to Hiking in Torres del Paine: W, O, and Q Treks
A Guide to Hiking in Torres del Paine: W, O, and Q Treks
Last Updated:
September 6, 2025
If it’s your first time visiting Patagonia, Torres del Paine should be on your itinerary. Here’s how to enjoy some of the best trekking in the world:
Titcomb Basin Backpacking Guide – Wind River Range, WY
Titcomb Basin Backpacking Guide – Wind River Range, WY
Last Updated:
September 5, 2025
The Wind River Range, or the Winds, as they’re commonly known, are jammed with bucket-list day hikes and backpacking trips that reward you with epic views and unbelievable beauty.
Santa Cruz Trek, Peru – A Guide to Hiking the Cordillera Blanca
Santa Cruz Trek, Peru – A Guide to Hiking the Cordillera Blanca
Last Updated:
September 5, 2025
Nestled in the white-peaked Cordillera Blanca range in the Andes, the classic 4-day Santa Cruz backpacking trip may be one of the most beautiful treks in the world. Here’s how to hike this overlooked hiking mecca north of Lima, Peru.