Hiking Guides

How to Use Hiking Poles: Technique, Tips & Common Mistakes

Last summer, knee-deep in a wildflower meadow near the Pacific Crest Trail, I learned the true value...

The Best Hiking Shoes for Women in 2025 (Tested & Reviewed)

There’s a moment on every great hike where it’s just you and the trail. The air is crisp, the view...

Hiking in Iceland | Best Trails, Gear & Safety Tips

Imagine landscapes so dramatic they feel otherworldly. Think vast glaciers calving into sapphire...

How to Train for Hiking: Complete Fitness Guide for All Skill Levels

Three months before my first attempt at Mount Whitney, I thought my regular gym routine would be...

Hiking in Oklahoma: Your Ultimate Guide to the Best Trails

Think Oklahoma is just endless miles of flat prairie land and swaying wheat fields? Prepare to have...

Best Snacks for Hiking: Top Trail Food Picks & Tips

I’ll never forget the day I bonked hard on a 12-mile hike because I’d only packed a...

Are Running Shoes Good for Hiking? The Complete Guide

Last month, I watched a fellow hiker confidently stride past me on the rocky trails of the Cascades...

How to Get to Havasu Falls Without Hiking: Alternative Access Options for Every Adventurer

The turquoise pools of Havasu Falls have been calling to me for years, but like many outdoor...

Hut to Hut Hiking in the US: Trails, Tips & Top Huts

Two years ago, I stood at the base of the Dolomites, looking up at jagged peaks that seemed...