I lived in Colorado for 7 years and got to know Rocky Mountain National Park quite well during this time. The park affords hikers a great opportunity to experience large expanses of high altitude tundra, while also enjoying numerous alpine lakes beneath the higher peaks. Rocky Mountain offers something for every hiker, from easy…
As much as I love hiking and exploring in general, sometimes I crave an exciting scramble to the top of a mountain that involves some exposure and is more than just a walk-up. The Middle Teton in Grand Teton National Park is one of my favorite peak-bagging objectives. The standard Southwest Couloir is an…
Anyone who spends time hiking regularly in North America’s mountain ranges during the summer will encounter thunderstorms at some point or another. This article will teach you the basics of thunderstorm characteristics in the mountains while providing you with actionable advice for lightning safety while hiking or climbing, or any other activity that involves…
Jackson Hole, Wyoming is an outdoor adventure enthusiast’s paradise — featuring two world-class national parks and some of North America’s best skiing. Not to mention several surrounding national forests and wilderness areas that allow one to easily get off the beaten path. Northwest Wyoming offers something for the outdoor explorer in every season, depending…
Glacier National Park is one area in the Western U.S. where I waited way too long to visit. When I had a chunk of time off in the summer a few years ago, my girlfriend and I finally took a trip up to Glacier from Jackson where we spent the better part of week…
A mountain paradise full of numerous alpine lakes surrounded by rugged peaks and wildflower filled meadows. What more could you want on a backpacking trip? The Alice Toxaway Loop is an 18-mile trek into the heart of Idaho’s Sawtooth Mountains that is full of highlight-reel scenry. This hike is typically done as a multi-day…