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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...]
Hiking Guide
Bowman Lake
If serenity's what you need, escape to Bowman Lake on the North Fork of the Flathead River for a few nights. Its calm waters mirror the big sky and … [Read More...]
Avalanche Lake Hiking Guide
About Avalanche Lake Trail Trail Highlights – Pristine alpine lake with spectacular peak views, waterfalls, abundant wildlife Roundtrip Length – 4 miles Elevation Gain – 500 feet Peak Elevation – 3,905 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Easy Region – Lake McDonald Availability of Water — No This is an easy trek, with beautiful […]
Exploring Many Glacier Lodge
Glacier National Park, Montana Many Glacier Lodge and Hotel in Glacier National Park provides iconoclastic imagery of Glacier National Park. Located on Swiftcurrent Lake, a myriad web of trails weave together and branch off from Many Glacier Lodge, providing some of the best Glacier National Park hiking opportunities. Before beginning, please keep in mind […]
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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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Meadow Lake Golf and Ski Resort – Close-by Glacier National Park Lodging
First time we’ve visited Montana and it was probably the best vacation we’ve ever had. We were very impressed with Meadow Lake Golf and Ski resort
Going To The Sun Road
Completed in 1932, Going To The Sun Road is a modern, architectural marvel. As Glacier National Park’s main road, it cuts directly through the park’s heart, meandering through valleys and cedar forests, along turquoise, glacial rivers, and under holes blasted through the Montana mountains. As it ascends to 6,646 feet, Going To The Sun Road […]
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. […]
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
