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
Ptarmigan Tunnel Hiking Guide
About Ptramigan Tunnel Trail Trail Highlights - Glittering alpine lakes, towering peaks, lush meadows and plenty of wildlife, including moose Roundtrip … [Read More...]
Akokala Lake Hiking Guide
About Akokala Lake Trail Trail Highlights – Pristine views, alpine lake, plentiful wildflowers and wildlife. Roundtrip Length – 11.6 miles Elevation Gain – 1,105 feet Peak Elevation – 5,135 feet Parking Lot – Yes Difficulty – Moderate Region – Bowman Lake Availability of Water – Yes Hiking to Akokala Lake The trail to Akokala Lake […]
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 […]
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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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Whitefish Lake & Golf Course
One great thing about a vacation to Whitefish MT is that you never need to worry about what to do. No matter what season you travel to Whitefish, potential outdoor activities are endless. Best part is there’s something for everyone. Golfer in the family? Let him spend the afternoon at Whitefish Lake Golf Course. Does […]
Glacier National Park Weather
Glacier National Park weather is fickle and unpredictable, even in the summer. Educate yourself and keep your family safe during your Montana vacation. The weather in Glacier National Park is a force that should not be taken lightly. Even visitors to Glacier National Park in the summer must be prepared for a gauntlet of weather […]
Camping & Hiking Safety Tips
These hiking tips are common knowledge to seasoned hikers, but when I was first exploring Glacier National Park as a kid from New York, I certainly didn’t know these. Before beginning, a common link throughout is that of observation. Glacier National Park’s rugged and remote, so even on the most mild and easy day hikes, […]
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