Badlands National Park

Join us on this spectacular trip to Badlands National Park, a place with lots of hiking opportunities and endless, breathtaking views.

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Great Sand Dunes National Park

The Great Sand Dunes National Park resembles a large fun playground, built by nature not only for kids but for all ages. Come along to explore with us.

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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Enjoy with us the beautiful black sheer cliffs, powerful roaring river, clear evening skies, and endless majestic views of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison.

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Backpacking High Pass Loop - Buck Creek, Napeequa Valley, Little Giant

Join us on this unforgettable Glacier Peak Wilderness 4-day backpacking trip from Buck Creek to Little Giant Pass via High Pass and Napeequa Valley.

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Backpacking Spider Gap and the Glacier Peak Wilderness

Join us on this wonderful 7-day backpacking trip to the Glacier Peak Wilderness via Spider Gap, Lyman Lakes, Image Lake, and Buck Creek Pass.

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Backpacking the Goat Rocks Wilderness (video)

In this video, join us on our 5-day walk in the Goat Rocks Wilderness. Known for some of the best views on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), Goat Rocks is a wonderful place to go backpacking.

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Backpacking Mount Rainier's Wonderland Trail (video)

In this video, walk with us along the spectacular Wonderland Trail around the majestic Mount Rainier.

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Here's Why Cell Service on Mount Rainier Might Be Good for All of Us

In short, Mount Rainier National Park is opening up comments regarding installation of cellular telecom equipment at Paradise, WA. Here's why I believe this is good for all of hikers, climbers and visitors.

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Gallery: Along the John Muir Trail

A collection of about 50 favorite photographs from our 18 day John Muir Trail thru-hike from earlier this summer.

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A Mountain Lion Encounter on the Pacific Crest Trail

If facing such a situation, I've always wondered whether it's safer to stay in your tent and make noise, to make a fire, or to seek other's company.

NewsDaniel ZilcsakNovember 17, 2016Wilderness, Wildlife, Backpacking, People, Backcountry, Outdoors, California, Sierra NevadaComment

Vesper Peak - A Favorite Hike With Outstanding Views

Vesper Peak, one of the best hikes in the North Cascades. You are rewarded with fabulous views of some of the most spectacular peaks in Washington State.

Mountaineering, HikesDaniel ZilcsakJuly 12, 2014Summit, Camp, Pass, Lakes, North Cascades, Mountain Loop Highway, Washington, Scrambling, Hiking, Overnight, Article, Views, Trail, Mountain, Alpine, Favorite, Forest, Creek, Less Traveled, Off Trail, Ridge, Wilderness, Backcountry, Outdoors, Nature, Featured Comments

Getting Started: Backpacking Gear List

From our experience over the years backpacking the Pacific Northwest, here's the gear and food that we carry with us in the backcountry.

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A Journey on This Pale Blue Dot