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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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Scenic Point Hiking Guide
About Scenic Point Trail Trail Highlights -- Waterfalls, valley views, mountain tundra, lake vista, white forest, and amazing panoramic sightseeing … [Read More...]
Cracker Lake Hiking Guide
About Cracker Lake Trail Trail Highlights – Pristine, milky, turquoise-colored alpine lake, towering peak views, wildflowers, plentiful wildlife Roundtrip Length – 12.6 miles Elevation Gain – 1,400 feet Peak Elevation – 6,035 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Strenuous Region – Many Glacier Availability of Water — Yes While much of this trail […]
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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MSR Pocket Rocket Review
I’ve been dying to get my hands on the MSR Pocket Rocket for years. I’ve salivated over it since a couple I went backpacking with in Glacier showed me how epic it was. A few years back, this backpacking stove was at the cutting edge: Uber lightweight… 3.5 minutes to boil water… Sleek and sexy. It […]
Petzl Corax Climbing Harness
The Petzl Corax climbing harness is intelligently designed to keep you safe and comfortable while climbing. Thanks to breathable mesh for the waistbelt and leg loops, you’ll stay comfortable in any weather. The doubleback buckles can be undone so you can get in and out easily while wearing skis, snowshoes, crampons — anything! Below are […]
Stay Light and Bright with the LuminAID Pack Lite 12 Inflatable Solar Lantern
LuminAID Pack Lite 12 Inflatable Solar Lantern If you’re looking to stay as light as possible when backpacking or camping, every little bit of weight saved can make a major difference. One area you’ve probably never thought about trying to save much weight was with your light source on your outdoor adventures. While many backpackers […]
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
