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Hydro Flasks: An Ideal Solution for Day Trips
Meet the Hydro Flask When going on a hiking or backpacking trip, having tasty food and beverages out on the trail can make a big difference. From water to … [Read More...]
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Lake McDonald Trail Hiking Guide
About Lake McDonald Trail Highlights - Mind-blowing turquoise lake surrounded by towering peaks. Round Trip Length - 14 miles Water Availability - … [Read More...]
Iceberg Lake Hiking Guide
About Iceberg Lake Trail Trail Highlights – Fantastic views, gorgeous alpine lake, wildflowers, wildlife Roundtrip Length – 9.7 miles Elevation Gain – 1,275 feet Peak Elevation – 6,160 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Moderate Region – Many Glacier Availability of Water – Yes The hike to Iceberg Lake is extremely popular and the […]
Swiftcurrent Pass Hiking Guide
About Swiftcurrent Pass Trail Trail Highlights – Crystalline alpine lakes, lush meadows strewn with wildflowers, gorgeous views of the surrounding snowcapped peaks and plentiful wildlife. Roundtrip Length – 13.4 miles Elevation Gain – 2,500 feet Peak Elevation – 6,770 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty – Varies from easy at the beginning to strenuous at […]
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Hydro Flasks: An Ideal Solution for Day Trips
Meet the Hydro Flask When going on a hiking or backpacking trip, having tasty food and beverages out on the trail can make a big difference. From water to coffee to meals, having nourishment that tastes good can be just as important as the nutritional value that it provides. Nobody likes hot water, cold coffee, […]
The Best 4-Person Tents of 2015
Best 4-Person Tents of 2015 While we’ve already covered the best 2-person tents of 2015, we recognize that many of our readers like to camping with a larger crowd. Whether you’re planning on camping with your family or just a couple of buddies, there are many situations in which a 4-person tent is more suitable […]
Monster Fire Forces Evacuations in Glacier National Park
Reynolds Creek Fire Erupts in Glacier National Park Last month, we wrote about a fire that was threatening Glacier National Park. That fire, the Glacier Rim Fire, covered only about 100 acres before being extinguished in a timely manner, and no damage was done to the park itself. The park is not so lucky this time […]
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REI’s evrgrn Line: Gear for Good Times
The REI evrgrn Line REI continues to diversify and expand their immense line of outdoor products. The latest innovation from the giant outdoor retailer is the evrgrn line of products, which encompasses a wide range of gear designed for the outdoors – whether that means a small neighborhood campout, a music festival, or more traditional […]
Buying Guide for Ultralight Hiking Clothes
Learn from an ounce counting backpacker about how to buy lightweight clothing & about the best ultralight hiking clothes for men & women Every ounce is important when you go backpacking for any length of time. The more you carry, the harder it’ll be. Outfitting yourself in the best lightweight outdoor clothing goes a long […]
Glacier National Park Montana
Glacier National Park Montana: Everything needed to plan a Glacier National Park vacation, including history, weather, webcams, helicopter tours, and animals in Glacier National Park MT Glacier National Park in Montana is unlike any other place in the world. Treasured as America’s little Switzerland, its remote location has allowed it to retain its amazing wildlife […]
Latest Visitor Contributions
Kootenay National Park: Wrong Place, Wrong Time
This is a story shared by one of our readers who did not leave his/her name. Thank you for your contribution! On Monday, September 16th 2013, we pulled into the parking lot by the kindersley/sinclair loop trail head. A couple from Montreal asked if they could hike with my buddy and I. We agreed, introduced […]
Living in Polebridge Montana – 1967-1968
Ever wonder what Polebridge, Montana was like in the late 60s? Steve O’Malley lived and worked there from 1967-68. These are his memories & experiences. It’s quite a lovely story, full of amazing anecdotes. I hope you enjoy! I was born in Long Beach California January 4, 1949. There was a very rare snow storm in Southern […]
Hiking Hidden Lake Trail in Glacier National Park: Photos & Videos
Hiking Hidden Lake trail in Glacier National Park is an easy afternoon adventure. Read & view user submitted photos & stories from their Hidden Lake hikes
