How to Hike to the Bench Lakes in Idaho’s Sawtooth Mountains
The Bench Lakes in Idaho are a chain of five beautiful alpine lakes in the Sawtooth Mountains. Getting to the first two lakes is easy, but getting to the Third, Fourth, and Fifth Bench Lakes requires challenging off-trail travel and route-finding. In this guide, we share everything we’ve learned from our hike to the Bench Lakes in Idaho, including what to expect on the trail and tips for navigating!
The Hidden Lake Lookout Trail in North Cascades National Park: The Complete Guide
The Hidden Lake Lookout Trail in the North Cascades is an epic hike up to a hidden alpine lake with gorgeous mountain views, and a lookout that you can even spend the night in. In this guide, we’ll go over everything you need to know to hike to Hidden Lake Lookout in Washington, including how to get there, what to expect on the trail, and how to spend the night in the Hidden Lake Lookout!
How to Hike the Burroughs Mountain Trail in Mount Rainier National Park
The Burroughs Mountain Trail is one of the best hikes in Mount Rainier National Park, with jaw-dropping views of the mountain the entire way. In this guide, we’ll go over everything you need to know to hike the Burroughs Mountain Trail, including how to get there, different route options, when to go, what to expect on the trail, and more!
How to Hike to Table Mountain in Wyoming (For the BEST Views of the Tetons!)
Looking for an epic hike near Grand Teton National Park without the crowds? Then check out the hike to Table Mountain in Wyoming. It’s a long, steep, and challenging hike to the summit of an 11,000 foot peak, but it rewards with some of the best views of the Teton Mountains we’ve ever seen. In this guide, we go over everything you need to know to hike to Table Mountain in Wyoming, including how to get there, trail options, what to expect, and more.
How to hike Wheeler Peak in Great Basin National Park (Map, Tips, and More!)
The Wheeler Peak hike in Great Basin National Park is a challenging, steep, and rocky trail that leads to the summit of a 13,063 foot peak. Check out this guide for everything you need to know to hike to Wheeler Peak, including how long it takes, where the trailhead is, what to expect on the trail, and more!
The Best Hike in Great Basin National Park: Alpine Lakes Loop, Bristlecone, and Glacier Trail
Looking for an amazing hike in Great Basin National Park? In this guide, we’ll show you how to combine the Alpine Lakes Loop, Bristlecone Trail, and Glacier Trail for the best Great Basin day hike! Plus, you’ll get all our best hiking tips before you hit the trails in Great Basin.
How to Hike the Greenstone Ridge Trail: The Best Backpacking in Isle Royale National Park
The Greenstone Ridge Trail is Isle Royale’s most popular backpacking route, and for good reason! However, because it’s a point-to-point hike on an island in the middle of Lake Superior, the logistics of the Greenstone Ridge Trail can be quite complicated. In this guide, we go over absolutely everything you need to know to hike the Greenstone Ridge Trail in Isle Royale, including how to arrange transportation, when to go, where to camp, different Greenstone Ridge Trail itineraries, and much more!
The Best Day Hikes in Isle Royale National Park
Looking for the best day hikes in Isle Royale National Park? Then we got you covered! In this guide, we go over all of our favorite Isle Royale hikes, such as the hike to Scoville Point, Mount Franklin, Grace Creek Overlook, and more! Plus, we’ll give you all our best tips for hiking in Isle Royale so you can plan your perfect Isle Royale hiking trip!
How to Hike to Scoville Point: Isle Royale’s Best Day Hike
Looking for a great hike in Isle Royale National Park? Then head to Scoville Point! The Scoville Point Trail in Isle Royale is a short and easy hike with amazing views along the Lake Superior shoreline and an opportunity to spot some wildlife. In this post, we’ll go over everything you need to know to hike to Scoville Point in Isle Royale.
Hiking the Iceberg Lake Trail in Glacier National Park: The Complete Guide
The Iceberg Lake Hike in Glacier National Park is one of our favorites, with phenomenal views and an epic glacial lake. In this guide, we’ll go over everything you need to know about the hike to Iceberg Lake in Glacier, including how to get there, park reservation you’ll need, what to bring, and what to expect along the trail!
Hiking in Wind Cave National Park: Lookout Point Loop Trail
Are you looking to hike in Wind Cave National Park? The Lookout Point-Centennial Loop Trail was our favorite Wind Cave hike, filled with rolling prairies and wildlife. In this article, learn everything you need to know to complete the Lookout Point-Centennial Loop Trail, plus get our best tips for hiking in Wind Cave National Park!
Best Hikes in Custer State Park: Black Elk Peak, Little Devils Tower, and Cathedral Spires
Looking for the best hikes in Custer State Park? Check out our favorites, including Cathedral Spires, Little Devils Tower, and Black Elk Peak (the highest point in South Dakota!). Plus, learn how to combine all three to make the ultimate day hike in Custer!
Best Hikes in Badlands National Park (plus map and tips!)
Looking for the best hikes in Badlands National Park? Read this guide to learn all about our favorite Badlands hikes, plus get tips on when to go, how to plan your time, and more, so that you can have the best day on the trails in Badlands National Park!
The Notch Trail in Badlands National Park: Complete Hiking Guide and Tips
The Notch Trail is our favorite hike in Badlands National Park! But with some exposed ledges and a log ladder, this hike might not be for everyone. Check out this article to learn more about the Notch Trail in Badlands National Park, including what to expect, when to go, how to get there, and more!
Three Easy Hikes in Indiana Dunes National Park Plus Complete Hiking Guide
Looking for some good hikes in Indiana Dunes National Park? We share three easy Indiana Dunes trails that will take you through several different ecosystems and highlight some of the best things this National Park has to offer, including the Dunes Succession Trail, The Great Marsh Trail, and the Mount Baldy Beach hike. We’ll also share our best tips for hiking in Indiana Dunes so you can make the best of your day on the trails!
How to Hike to Cracker Lake in Glacier National Park
The Cracker Lake hike in Glacier National Park was one of our favorites! In this guide, learn everything you need to know to see it yourself, including how to get there, trail stats, what to expect on the Cracker Lake trail, and more.
Hiking to Ice Lake and Island Lake in San Juan National Forest, Colorado
The Ice Lake Island Lake Loop in the San Juan National Forest of Colorado is one of the best day hikes we’ve ever done! If you’re looking for some seriously gorgeous alpine scenery and a fun challenge, consider the hike to Ice Lake and Island Lake. In this article, we cover everything you need to know about hiking to both Ice Lake and Island Lake in Colorado, including how to get there, where to stay, whether you need a 4x4, if a permit is needed, and more!
13 Hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park to Add to Your Bucketlist
Rocky Mountain National Park is filled with bucketlist-worthy hikes, with something for everyone. Learn about some of the best hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park, including the epic hike to Sky Pond, the popular Emerald Lake hike, plus 11 others. Get all our best tips for hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park, including how to prepare, what to pack, how long you need, and more!
Hiking the Sky Pond – Emerald Lake Loop: Rocky Mountain National Park’s Best Day Hike
If you’re looking for the best day hike in Rocky Mountain National Park, look no further than the Sky Pond - Emerald Lake Loop! It combines two of Rocky Mountain National Park’s best hikes into one challenging and epic day hike. This loop will take you past several waterfalls, 7 alpine lakes, and even requires some fun scrambling. Learn all about the Sky Pond - Emerald Lake hike, including when to go, what to pack, what to expect, and all our best tips!
The Hike to Quandary Peak: A Great Mountain for Your First 14er in Colorado
Quandary Peak is a great choice for those looking to summit their first 14er in Colorado, or those looking for a relatively easy 14er. While not technically challenging, it’s still not a walk in the park either! It requires proper preparation and acclimation to successfully summit. In this article, learn everything you need to know about hiking Quandary Peak’s East Ridge Route, including how to get there, how crowded it is, what to expect, what to pack, and more.