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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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Iceberg Lake Hiking Guide
About Iceberg Lake Trail Trail Highlights - Fantastic views, gorgeous alpine lake, wildflowers, wildlife Roundtrip Length - 9.7 miles … [Read More...]
Snyder Lake Hiking Guide
About Snyder Lake Trail Length – 8.7 miles Elevation Gain – 2,147 feet Peak Elevation – 5,247 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty – Strenuous Region – Lake McDonald Availability of Water – Not until the lake The Snyder Lake hike begins at the Sperry Chalet Trail located across the road from Lake McDonald […]
Dawson-Pitamakan Hiking Guide
About Dawson Lake Trail Trail Highlights — Lake views, mountain vistas, valley panoramas, waterfalls, and possible moose Roundtrip Length — 18.8 miles Elevation Gain — 2,935 feet Peak Elevation — 7,600 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Strenuous Region — Two Medicine Availability of Water — Yes The Two Medicine region of Glacier is […]
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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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Buying Guide to Men’s Hiking Shoes
Picking out the right men’s hiking shoes is a daunting task. Here’s a quick checklist to help you out. Plus, I’ve reviewed the best 3 hiking shoes for men. If you’re mostly hiking among the craggy rocks of high peaks, carrying a heavy backpack for some mountaintop camping, then you’re probably in the wrong place. […]
Feel at Home Anywhere with the Sierra Designs Backcountry Bed Duo
Sierra Designs Backcountry Bed Duo When sleeping in the outdoors, some of us toss and turn and get a generally crappy night’s sleep due to discomfort, cold, and so forth. For many of us, feeling like we’re sleeping in a bed at home is one of the biggest things missing from a camping or backpacking […]
Best Car Camping Gear for 2015
Car Camping Essentials At Glacier National Park Travel Guide, we usually focus on gear that is perfect for ultralight backpackers and hard-charging hikers. However, not everyone is quite as adventurous and equipped for arduous outdoor activity, and that’s fine! With summer upon us, it’s high time that we mention that car camping can also be […]
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
