Category: Backpacking
Backpacking Big Bend’s Outer Mountain Loop
Co-founder Angelique recounts a tough yet unforgettable 3-day trek on Big Bend’s Outer Mountain Loop, complete with steep...
Meet Bonnie: A Lifetime of Hiking and Inspiration for Women Over 50
Bonnie Sackett, a 71-year-old hiker and backpacker, inspires women over 50 to embrace the outdoors and stay active. Her lifelong...
Alice-Toxaway Lake Loop Trail Guide
The Alice-Toxaway Lake Loop is a 21-mile trail in Idaho's Sawtooth Mountains, featuring multiple alpine lakes, lush meadows, and...
Backpacking the Zion Traverse
Looking to do the Zion Traverse? Check out WHS co-founder Cindy Vance's pro tips on securing campsites, caching & filtering...
Hiking Pikes Peak on the Barr Trail
Pikes Peak is one of the most famous 14ers. Although there are multiple ways to reach the summit, including by car and railroad,...
Preparing for a Thru-Hike: 4 Tips for a Successful Journey
From the Appalachian Trail to the Camino de Santiago, there are numerous trail systems to explore. Berkley's experience...
Guide to Backpacking in Yosemite National Park – Part 2
With so many different trailheads, trip lengths, and sections of Yosemite to explore, it can be a little overwhelming to plan a...
Guide to Backpacking in Yosemite National Park – Part 1
Yosemite National Park is well known as one of the most beautiful US National Parks and well, one of the busiest. To beat summer...
Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Walk: A Journey around the Lakes, through the Dales, and across the Moors of Northern England
Back in April 2023, my friend Kari and I journeyed through diverse landscapes on England's Coast to Coast, tackling challenges...
Plan Ahead: How to Carry Extra Water in the Desert
There aren't always reliable water sources available in the desert. Sometimes, you have to plan ahead and carry your own water...