Unlike in the south, much of the Northern Trail does not have switchbacks. Switchbacks can make long climbs easier as you gain elevation more slowly. In Connecticut, though you may not go as far up, you’ll be headed straight up. The Trail passes over Bear Mountain, the highest peak ...
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This top-notch product from Patagonia is lightweight and packable, but it offers some of the best protection available with a 2.5-layer stretch nylon shell. Don’t take our word for it. This outside reviewer lists the Rainshadow Jacket in their top 10, commenting that the product “will ke...
The next total eclipse will be in 2044. The best place to watch this year's? On these 13 trails within the path of totality. Peter Moore UpdatedApr 5, 2024 Colorado Trails 14 Things to Know Before Hiking Longs Peak Longs Peak can be a sufferfest if you're not prepared for what this...
Take this Pokhara Naudanda Sarangkot Hike and walk through traditional villages. Enjoy splendid views of Annapurna mountains and experience local culture.
If you are looking for an epic hiking destination, it’s tough to beat Sedona, Arizona. With its red rock scenery, arches, hidden caves, and network of hiking trails, this is a great place to explore on foot. Add in the abundance of top-notch hotels and restaurants in Sedona and you...
The Appalachian Trail didn’t become the world’s most famous path for nothing. Many have attempted to hike its entirety in a single season, but few have succeeded. Our detailed guide will thoroughly prepare you for starting and successfully completing t
The hike up to the campsite one was rather uneventful and a good warm up to the remaining terrain on the hike. We followed the Garfield Trail to the summit of Mount Garfield and down to Garfield Campsite. The summit approach was a bit of a rock scrabble but nothing difficult. New hiker...
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Not considering myself a “trail runner” the first thing I noticed when unboxing this pack was the “running-vest” style shoulder strap system. This was the first time I would be using this style suspension system on a pack of this size. I’ll be honest, I was skeptical. For a pack...