Trip Guides
Collegiate Peaks Loop Backpacking Guide
Collegiate Peaks Loop Backpacking Guide
Last Updated:
September 27, 2025
Searching for an epic two-week Colorado backpacking adventure? The Collegiate Peaks Loop may be what you’re looking for!
A Complete Guide to Hiking the Colorado Trail
A Complete Guide to Hiking the Colorado Trail
Last Updated:
September 26, 2025
Stretching from Denver to Durango, the Colorado Trail is a full of challenges and rewarding experiences. Here are our first-hand tips for hiking the CT
Sawback Trail Backpacking Guide, Banff National Park
Sawback Trail Backpacking Guide, Banff National Park
Last Updated:
September 26, 2025
The Sawback Trail in Banff National Park is a 74 km (46 mile) traverse through the rugged and beautiful Sawback Mountain Range. With most people flocking to crowded trails on the west side of the Trans Canada Highway, this trek provides a true backcountry feel in a stunningly beautiful wilderness.
Reflection Canyon Ultimate Backpacking Guide
Reflection Canyon Ultimate Backpacking Guide
Last Updated:
September 21, 2025
A place made iconic by a National Geographic photographer (and subsequently a screen saver), Reflection Canyon, located on the Escalante arm of Lake Powell, perennially entices hikers far and wide. Though stunningly beautiful, we only recommend this hike to experienced backpackers with expert off-trail navigation skills.
A Complete Guide to Hiking the John Muir Trail
A Complete Guide to Hiking the John Muir Trail
Last Updated:
September 20, 2025
Planning for your thru-hike of the JMT can be a daunting task. This guide breaks down every detail, so you can pull off the adventure of a lifetime
Trekking In Nepal – A Comprehensive Guide
Trekking In Nepal – A Comprehensive Guide
Last Updated:
September 13, 2025
Nepal is a backpacker’s dream come true, and planning a trek in Nepal isn’t as difficult as you might think. This guide will help you plan your next trip
Coyote Gulch Ultimate Backpacking Guide
Coyote Gulch Ultimate Backpacking Guide
Last Updated:
September 13, 2025
For hikers looking for an adventure in the remote red rock beauty of Utah, Coyote Gulch is a hard-won, bucket-list destination.
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.
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:
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:
A Guide to Backpacking & Hiking in Patagonia
A Guide to Backpacking & Hiking in Patagonia
Last Updated:
September 5, 2025
We’ve been fortunate enough to hike and backpack extensively in Patagonia. Here’s what we’ve learned about this magical region after many years of travels to South America.
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.
A Comprehensive Guide to Backpacking the Great Divide Trail
A Comprehensive Guide to Backpacking the Great Divide Trail
Published:
June 12, 2025
This 700-mile trail through Alberta and British Columbia offers the rugged beauty of the Continental Divide with the added challenge of some off-trail travel.
Lone Star Hiking Trail Backpacking Guide
Lone Star Hiking Trail Backpacking Guide
Published:
June 11, 2025
With easy access from Houston, this 95-mile trail is great for beginners or anyone who wants to knock out a thru hike over a week long vacation.
Idaho Centennial Trail Guide
Idaho Centennial Trail Guide
Published:
June 10, 2025
Snaking its way the length of Idaho, this 1000-mile trail offers a rugged choose-your-own-adventure experience. It’s a challenging but beautiful thru hike.