Hug Point is a short hike along the coast in Northern Oregon along the beach that lets hikers explore several beach caves, a small waterfall and small rock scrambles along the ocean. This is more of a walk than a hike as it is family friendly, dog friendly and extremely easy. However, its still…
Carrauntoohil is Ireland’s highest mountain at 1,038 meters or 3,407ft. While many hike this mountain from the popular Devil’s Ladder route, a great alternative option is to hike this mountain from Caher Mountain, Ireland’s 3rd highest peak. A hike up Carrauntoohil is challenging due to the tough terrain and unpredictable weather. This hike is…
The Tenmile Traverse is a classic ridge scramble located outside of Breckenridge and Frisco Colorado. While the full version of this traverse adds several more miles and is a one way route, this alternative here is a fantastic way to experience about half of the traverse, including the best scrambling the full traverse has…
Wheeler Peak is the highest mountain in New Mexico at just over 13,000ft. Although thousands of hikers each year summit Wheeler and call it a day, there is a much better route to be had after the state high point. Hikers looking for a great ridge scramble can tackle the Wheeler Cirque which consists…
Mt Morgan & Mt Percival is a loop hike located in central New Hampshire right next to Squam Lake. This unique hike has a series of ladders that brings hikers up to the summit of Mt Morgan in addition to some caves along the way. Once hikers get to Mt Percival, they have the…
San Luis Peak & Stewart Peak hike pairs a remote 14er with one of the tallest 13ers/centennials in the state. Although this hike is extremely beautiful, it’s also a very long and difficult day where hikers are spending most of the time off an official trail. Hikers will stake the standard route up San…