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]
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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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Trout Lake Hiking Guide
About Trout Lake Trail Trail Highlights - Pristine alpine lake with trout fishing, towering peak views, wildflowers, plentiful wildlife … [Read More...]

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 […]

Hidden Lake Hiking Guide
About Hidden Lake Trail Trail Highlights – Open meadows, spectacular views, crystalline alpine lake, plentiful wildflowers and wildlife Roundtrip Length – 6 miles Elevation Gain – 540 feet Peak Elevation – 7,152 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Easy Region – Logan Pass Availability of Water – Yes Hidden Lake is an extremely 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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Have a Cold One in the Backcountry with the IceMule Cooler
The IceMule Cooler Bringing a cooler along when you’re backpacking, hiking, or camping is usually not an easy thing to do. Most hard-shell coolers are far too heavy and bulky to be a practical option to bring on a long trip outdoors, and many soft shell coolers on the market simply don’t keep beverages cold […]

Lake McDonald Lodge & Hotel
Lake McDonald Lodge in Glacier National Park, Montana Of all Glacier National Park hotels, Lake McDonald Lodge has the best family accommodations. Learn why you must spend a night on Montana’s Lake McDonald You can be excused for thinking you are in Switzerland rather than Montana when you first set eyes on this immaculate Glacier […]

Weekend Warrior Wednesday – July 24th, 2013
Warriors, unite! This week we look to the skies for our fellow Weekend Warrior spider-men and -women who get their kicks by climbing sky high. And there’s one who has even more fun on the way down! Don’t let the heat of the summertime get you down, Warriors. There are plenty of cool places to […]
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










