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…
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…
Looking for a high-altitude summit hike near Jackson Hole that doesn’t involve a massive elevation gain? The Jackson Peak hike across the valley from the Teton Range is a short drive from Jackson and gets you above 10,000 feet in just a few hours. This hike can easily be done in a day, or…
Looking for a unique half-day trek in Wyoming’s Teton Range without the national park tourists? The hike to the Wind Cave along the western slopes of the Tetons in the Jedediah Smith Wilderness is a fantastic choice! This moderately difficult hike offers impressive wildflower displays and a beautiful waterfall, before reaching the entrance to…
The Bechler region of Yellowstone National Park is a favorite among hikers, backpackers, and hot springs soakers looking to get away from the tourist crowds. Located in the southwest corner of Yellowstone, this area is off the beaten path and does not see the tourist traffic prevalent across other areas of the park. People…