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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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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 […]
Numa Ridge Lookout Hiking Guide
About Numa Ridge Lookout Trail Trail Highlights – Spectacular view of Bowman Lake, plentiful wildflowers and wildlife. Roundtrip Length – 12 miles Elevation Gain – 2,930 feet Peak Elevation – 6,960 feet Parking Lot – Yes Difficulty – Strenuous Region – Bowman Lake Availability of Water – No Hiking to Numa Ridge Lookout Begin your […]
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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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Eureka Backcountry 1
The Eureka Backcountry 1 Tent is a lightweight, one person tent designed for solo backpacking trips. It offers plenty of ventilation and can be pitched in a heartbeat. Below are video reviews of the Eureka Backcountry 1 by people who have owned and used it. Watch these uncut testimonials to get an idea of whether […]
Hiking & Backpacking Equipment
There are a few, hiking & backpacking equipment items a day hiker shouldn’t leave base camp without. First and foremost, An Internal-Frame Day Pack I suggest one with the capability to hold your camel back hydration system, or just buy a hydration backpack, as it makes drinking water a far easier task than drinking from […]
Glacier National Park History
Glacier National Park history is a fascinating story. Learn the history of Glacier National Park, Montana and find out how Glacier National Park formed through pictures and videos. Glacier National Park history begins many millions of years ago, creating the awesome mountains, alpine lakes, and natural beauty that marks out this area today. The history […]
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
