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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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Exploring Many Glacier Lodge
Glacier National Park, Montana Many Glacier Lodge and Hotel in Glacier National Park provides iconoclastic imagery of Glacier National … [Read More...]
Best Five Fall Hikes In The Rocky Mountains
Stores may be starting to discount their summer hiking gear by the time fall starts in the Rocky Mountains. For many hikers, however, the season is really just beginning. More and more, hikers are extending their time on the trails before winter arrives and freezes them over until springtime. The change in season offers more […]
Ptarmigan Tunnel Hiking Guide
About Ptramigan Tunnel Trail Trail Highlights – Glittering alpine lakes, towering peaks, lush meadows and plenty of wildlife, including moose Roundtrip Length – 10.7 miles Elevation Gain — 2,300 feet Peak Elevation – 7,255 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Strenuous Region – Many Glacier Availability of Water — Yes Although strenuous, this 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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Katadyn Micropur Purification Tablets
Katadyn Micropur Purification Tablets are the best backup water treatment option for hiking and backpacking. Here’s why I use Katadyn Water Purification Tablets Here’s the deal: as far as chlorine dioxide products go, Katadyn Micropur Purification Tablets are up there with the best of them. On a recent trip, I brought with me a packet […]
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 […]
Upper Two Medicine Lake Hiking Guide
About Upper Two Medicine Lake Trail Trail Highlights — Gorgeous mountain vistas, lakes, a meadow, and a view of the Continental Divide Roundtrip Length — 10 miles Elevation Gain — 350 feet Peak Elevation — 5,505 feet Parking Lot — Yes Difficulty — Easy Region — Two Medicine Availability of Water — Excellent Two […]
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
