Best Backpacking Tents
Backpacking tents are designed to be ultralight, easy to pitch and have large enough vestibules for … [Continue Reading]
Glacier National Park Lodging
Glacier National Park Lodging options are endless, so determining the most ideal for your family … [Continue Reading]
Best Hiking Poles
Don't destroy your knees - purchase hiking poles. Trekking pole reviews, disadvantages, benefits, … [Continue Reading]
Weekend Warrior Wednesday – March 5th
Warriors, unite! This week we're taking a trip to Tasmania, then heading back to the Catskills, with … [Continue Reading]
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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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Dawson-Pitamakan Hiking Guide
About Dawson Lake Trail Trail Highlights -- Lake views, mountain vistas, valley panoramas, waterfalls, and possible moose Roundtrip Length -- … [Read More...]

Piegan Pass Hiking Guide
About Piegan Pass Trail Trail Highlights – Spectacular mountain and glacier views, plentiful wildlife, including mountain goats and ptarmigan. Roundtrip Length – 8.8 miles Length to Many Glacier – 13 miles Elevation Gain – 1,890 feet Peak Elevation – 7,600 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty – Strenuous Region – Logan Pass Availability of […]

Siyeh Pass Trail Hiking Guide
About Siyeh Pass Trail Trail Highlights – Gorgeous alpine scenery, stunning mountain views, wildflowers, plentiful wildlife Roundtrip Length – 9.4 miles Elevation Gain – 2,135 feet Peak Elevation – 8,000 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty – Strenuous Region – Logan Pass Availability of Water – Yes This is a beautiful high elevation day hike […]
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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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Best Men's Hiking Boots: Reviews of the Top 3 Hiking Boots for Guys
I’ve hiked in dozens of men’s hiking boots. Find the best hiking boots for men with my reviews of the top 3 guy hiking boots, including Asolo’s hiking boots. Let me tell you from personal experience: if you don’t have the right hiking boots when you hit the trail, it can lead to absolute disaster. […]

Sleep Like a Baby this Summer with the Klymit Static V Sleeping Pad
If you’re on an extended backpacking trip, few things are more important for your well-being than getting a good night’s sleep in the outdoors. If you want to keep your energy levels up so that you can keep charging hard day after day, you need to be well-rested and able to sleep comfortably in a […]
Hiking Avalanche Lake Trail in Glacier National Park: Photos & Videos
Avalanche Lake trail (also known as Trail of the Cedars) is one of Glacier National Park’s most rewarding hikes. Learn why with user submitted photos & stories
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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










