How to Hike to Cracker Lake in Glacier National Park
The Cracker Lake hike in Glacier National Park was one of our favorites! In this guide, learn everything you need to know to see it yourself, including how to get there, trail stats, what to expect on the Cracker Lake trail, and more.
Hiking to Ice Lake and Island Lake in San Juan National Forest, Colorado
The Ice Lake Island Lake Loop in the San Juan National Forest of Colorado is one of the best day hikes we’ve ever done! If you’re looking for some seriously gorgeous alpine scenery and a fun challenge, consider the hike to Ice Lake and Island Lake. In this article, we cover everything you need to know about hiking to both Ice Lake and Island Lake in Colorado, including how to get there, where to stay, whether you need a 4x4, if a permit is needed, and more!
13 Hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park to Add to Your Bucketlist
Rocky Mountain National Park is filled with bucketlist-worthy hikes, with something for everyone. Learn about some of the best hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park, including the epic hike to Sky Pond, the popular Emerald Lake hike, plus 11 others. Get all our best tips for hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park, including how to prepare, what to pack, how long you need, and more!
Hiking the Sky Pond – Emerald Lake Loop: Rocky Mountain National Park’s Best Day Hike
If you’re looking for the best day hike in Rocky Mountain National Park, look no further than the Sky Pond - Emerald Lake Loop! It combines two of Rocky Mountain National Park’s best hikes into one challenging and epic day hike. This loop will take you past several waterfalls, 7 alpine lakes, and even requires some fun scrambling. Learn all about the Sky Pond - Emerald Lake hike, including when to go, what to pack, what to expect, and all our best tips!
The Hike to Quandary Peak: A Great Mountain for Your First 14er in Colorado
Quandary Peak is a great choice for those looking to summit their first 14er in Colorado, or those looking for a relatively easy 14er. While not technically challenging, it’s still not a walk in the park either! It requires proper preparation and acclimation to successfully summit. In this article, learn everything you need to know about hiking Quandary Peak’s East Ridge Route, including how to get there, how crowded it is, what to expect, what to pack, and more.
How to Hike to Sky Pond in Rocky Mountain National Park – One of RMNP’s Best Day Hikes
The Sky Pond hike is one of the best day hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park! You’ll pass by several waterfalls and three gorgeous alpine lakes. Learn about how to hike to Sky Pond in Rocky Mountain National Park, including how to get there, when to hike, what to pack, and more!
Hiking to Nymph, Dream, and Emerald Lakes – Rocky Mountain National Park’s Most Popular Day Hike
The Emerald Lake trail is a quintessential hike in Rocky Mountain National Park and one of the park’s most popular! It takes you past three gorgeous alpine lakes - Nymph, Dream, and Emerald Lakes in a relatively short distance. Learn more about how to hike to Emerald Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park, including how to get there, what to bring, the best time to hike, and more!
How to Take a Day Tour to Sirena Station in Corcovado National Park: Visiting Costa Rica’s Biodiversity Hotspot!
The Sirena Ranger Station is the place to go in Corcovado National Park! Surrounded by both primary and secondary forest, this ranger station is the best place in Corcovado to spot wildlife. We’ll go over everything you need to know on how to visit the Sirena Ranger Station on a day tour from Drake Bay, including how much it costs, what to pack, and more!
How to Hike to Nauyaca Falls in Costa Rica
Nauyaca Falls is one of Costa Rica’s best waterfalls. Located just outside of Dominical along Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast, this two-tiered falls is a popular day trip from Uvita. While truck and horseback tours exist, you can also hike to Nauyaca Falls on an easy trail through the Costa Rican country side. In this post, we’ll go over everything you need to know about hiking to Nauyaca Falls, including how to get there, how much it costs, and what to expect along the way!
Hiking in Manuel Antonio National Park
Hiking in Manuel Antonio National Park is a must-do for those looking for wildlife in Costa Rica! There are 11 trails that will take you to pristine beaches and gorgeous overlooks. In this article, we go over the best hikes in Manuel Antonio National Park, and which trails to hike to avoid the crowds and spot more wildlife!
How to Visit the Blue Falls of Bajos Del Toro in Costa Rica
The Blue Falls in Bajos del Toro are an amazing hidden gem in Costa Rica. Their milky blue color and mystical rainforest setting make for a truly authentic adventure. In this article, we’ll go over everything you need to know about how to visit the Blue Falls of Costa Rica, including how to get there, how much it costs, and the types of tours to the Blue Falls. We also share how to visit Catarata del Toro, Costa Rica’s tallest waterfall!
Hiking the Beehive Trail in Acadia National Park
The Beehive Trail is one of Acadia’s most popular hikes, known for its iron rung ladders and exposed cliff walks. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about hiking the Beehive Trail in Acadia to help you decide if this heart-racing trail is something you want to add to your bucketlist!
Hiking the Precipice Trail in Acadia National Park
The Precipice Trail is the best hike in Acadia National Park! One of the famous iron rung routes, it scales the cliffside of Champlain Mountain with help of iron rung ladders, fun scrambles, and cliffside walks with some big exposure. It’s certainly not for everyone. Here, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about hiking the Precipice Trail in Acadia so you can decide if you want to take on this epic New England challenge!
Hiking the Jordan Cliffs – Penobscot – Bubbles – Pemetic Loop in Acadia National Park: The Best Hike Around Jordan Pond
The trails around Jordon Pond provide some of the best hikes in Acadia National Park. From iron rung routes along cliffsides, to fun scrambles, to challenging summit climbs, to gorgeous views over Acadia and the ocean, the hikes around Jordon Pond do not disappoint. In this article, we show how you can combine all the best hikes around Jordan Pond into one epic day hike, including the Bubbles, Penobscot Mountain, Pemetic Mountain and Jordan Cliffs.
10 Best Hikes in Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park has no shortage of awesome trails. From seaside strolls to challenging summits to nerve-wracking cliff-side trails, there is something for everyone here. We share some of the best hikes in Acadia National Park, including our favorite iron rung routes like the Precipice Trail and the Beehive, and some hikes around Jordan Pond with incredible views. We also share our best tips for hiking in Acadia to help you prepare for an epic New England adventure.
5 Incredible Hikes in Iceland to Put on Your Bucketlist
Iceland is definitely a hiker’s dream, with out of this world landscapes full of volcanos, lava fields, glaciers, waterfalls, color rhyolite mountains, and lush green canyons. Hiking in Iceland is one of the best ways to explore the country, and we’ve rounded up our five favorite Iceland hikes for you to put on your bucketlist! We’ll give you the run down on some of the best hikes in Iceland, showing you what to expect and how to get there so you can plan an epic hiking trip in this incredible country!
How to Get a Half Dome Permit (Plus Tips to Increase Your Chances!)
Want to know how to get a Half Dome permit? We have everything you need to know! From how to apply to the preseason and daily Half Dome lottery, to how to get a Wilderness Permit and backpack to Half Dome, we got you covered. Plus, we’ll share our best tips for increasing your chances at getting the Half Dome permit!
How To Get Permits For Mount Whitney (and tips to increase your odds!)
Looking to get a Mount Whitney permit to climb to the highest peak in the continental US? We’re here to help! This article explains absolutely everything you need to know about how to get a Mount Whitney permit, including how to apply for the Mount Whitney lottery, gives all the important dates, and, best of all, shares some tips on how to increase your odds at getting a Whitney permit!
Hiking the Blahnúkúr Brennisteinsalda Loop in Iceland: Landmannalaugar’s Best Day Hike
If you’re looking for the best day hike in Iceland, the Blahnukur Brennisteinsalda Loop in Landmannalauger is it. Located in the Icelandic highlands, you’ll get sweeping views of the colorful landscape, walk through lava fields, and climb two volcanoes. We’ll tell you everything you need to know about the Blahnukur Brennisteinsalda hike, including where to stay, how to get there, what to expect, and more!
The Fimmvörðuháls Hike: The Ultimate Guide to the Best Day Hike in Iceland
The Fimmvorduhals hike is the best day hike in Iceland. You’ll start at the iconic and epic Skogafoss, trek past 26 waterfalls, between two glaciers, through barren volcanic landscape, and finally descend through the stunningly beautiful mossy ridges of Thorsmork. This hike is both physically and logistically difficult, but we’ll walk you through absolutely everything you need to know to plan your Fimmvorduhals hike in this super comprehensive guide.