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...]
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...]
Cobalt Lake Hiking Guide
About Cobalt Lake Trail Trail Highlights — Lake views, mountain vistas, waterfalls, and alpine flora Roundtrip Length — 12 miles Elevation Gain — 1,400 feet Peak Elevation — 6,597 feet Parking Lot — Yes, on North Shore of Two Medicine Lake Difficulty — Moderate Region — Two Medicine Availability of Water — Yes The hike […]
The Highline Trail Photo Tour
The Highline Trail is one of Glacier National Park’s best hikes. Take a scenic, photo tour and learn why The Highline hiking trail is so popular. The photos below will take you on a tour of this hiking trail from start to finish. Highlights include: Logan Pass parking lot, wildflower images, towering mountains, Granite Park […]
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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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Purchasing Compact Sleeping Bags
Compact sleeping bags are designed to take up as little space as possible in your backpack, allowing you to carry additional essentials, such as food, utensils, additional socks, hiking clothes etc. Whether you are exploring Glacier National Park’s backcountry or planning an adventure across Asia, your life will be made easier with a compact sleeping […]
Weekend Warrior Wednesday – June 26th
Weekend Warriors, unite! This is the first post I’m doing like this. Basically, every Wednesday I’ll scan the globe, finding the best photos of Weekend Warriors and posting them here for us all to drool over. Summer is finally here, and you know what that means: we start making our daydreams of going on outdoor […]
Finding a Cheap Sleeping Bag
With the economy in shambles, finding a cheap sleeping bag for yourself or child can shave many dollars off of a camping trip. However, traveling to Wal-mart isn’t the right move. While you’re looking for a cheap sleeping bag price wise, you don’t want to sacrifice quality or you risk ruining your child’s love of […]
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