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]
Latest Gear Reviews

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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Piegan Pass Hiking Guide
About Piegan Pass Trail Trail Highlights - Spectacular mountain and glacier views, plentiful wildlife, including mountain goats and … [Read More...]

Medicine Grizzly Lake Hiking Guide
Medicine Grizzly Lake Trail Trail Highlights — Lake views, mountain vistas, alpine flora, and possible wolf and grizzly sightings Roundtrip Length — 12 miles Elevation Gain — 625 feet Peak Elevation — 5,650 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Easy Region — Two Medicine Availability of Water — Yes The name of the […]

Gunsight Pass Hiking Guide
About Gunsight Pass Trail Trail Highlights -Spectacular alpine hiking, lakes, glaciers, lush meadows, abundant wildlife Roundtrip Length – 19 miles Elevation Gain – 5,260 feet Peak Elevation – 7,050 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty – Moderate Region – Logan Pass Availability of Water – Yes Gunsight Pass Trail is one of the most popular […]
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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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Check Out these Awesome Glacier National Park Maps from Muir Way
Muir Way Glacier National Park Maps If you love Glacier National Park, there is a new way for you to have the majesty of the park with you at all times. Our friends at Muir Way – with a name inspired by famed conservationist and Sierra Club founder John Muir – offer gorgeous, framed maps of national parks […]

REI Kimtah Rain Jacket
The REI Kimtah Rain Jacket is an ideal rain jacket for any wet weather. It keeps you perfectly dry and warm, while still having excellent breathability thanks to its Direct Venting technology. Say goodbye to overheating in a rain jacket! Below is a video testimonial from Jerome Lissman. Jerome’s owned the REI Kimtah Rain Jacket […]
Stories From Glacier National Park Employees: 1970-1979
Former Glacier National Park employees share their memories & stories! This page holds memories of GNP employees that worked in Glacier during the 1970s
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










