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Backpacking in Grand Teton National Park

The 10 BEST Hikes in Grand Teton National Park

Grand Teton National Park hiking is WORLD CLASS!  There is not a single hike that we have done in the Tetons that we wouldn’t do over and over again. The hikes in Grand Teton are what bring people back time and time again! The trails are endless, and the views are INSANE.  To say that […]

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Banff on a Budget, Lake Louise

7 MUST-DO Hikes on Your First Visit to Banff National Park

Hiking is the BREAD AND BUTTER of Banff!  Choosing which trails to hike on your first trip to Banff can be extremely overwhelming, as there are thousands of GREAT trails to choose from.  You could read 10 different blogs about the “best hikes in Banff” and each of them would say something different. These 7

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Banff on a Budget, Moraine Lake

Banff on a Budget: Banff National Park Travel Guide

Banff National Park is Canada’s not-so-secret gem.  It’s stunning mountain scenery and plethora of outdoor activities attract adventurers from all over the globe!   But, between Banff’s gorgeous blue alpine lakes, massive mountain views and growing popularity, the area has become one of the most visited little mountain towns in the world, which makes visiting

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Torres del Paine Trek, Britanica Lookout

How to Hike the W in Torres del Paine Self-Guided

Torres del Paine National Park is the heart and soul of Chilean Patagonia.  It is home to the 3 famous towering peaks of the Paine Mountain range as well as multiple glaciers, lakes and gorgeous landscapes!  The W in Torres del Paine is the most famous backpacking route in the area, highlighting a lot of

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Huemul Circuit Tyrolean traverse

The Complete Huemul Circuit Trekking Guide, Patagonia Travel

The Huemul Circuit is a 4-day backpacking trip located in the prestigious Los Glaciares National Park right outside of El Chalten, Argentina. THIS IS NOT A BEGINNER BACKPACKING TRIP.  It is also very weather dependent!   Days 2 & 3 include mountain passes that are IMPASSABLE in high winds.  It is so important to understand that

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Day Hiking Essentials + 5 Comfort Items to Pack for Hiking

Day Hiking Essentials So what are day hiking essentials and why do you need them on a day hike?  This just seems like a loaded question. It’s a day hike… you don’t really need to bring anything.. or just bring whatever you want! WRONG.  You can find yourself in a pretty uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous

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The Best Hikes in Yosemite, Sentinel Dome

The Best Hikes in Yosemite National Park

Congratulations on planning your trip to Yosemite National Park!  I am a firm believer that Yosemite is one of those places everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime.  The park has a variety of incredible sights to be seen and countless adventures to be had!  You could spend a whole summer in Yosemite

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