Mt Washington via Huntington Ravine is widely known as one of the most difficult hikes in New England. Mt Washington is the highest peak east of the Mississippi River and north of North Carolina at 6,288ft. This is an incredibly popular day hike with hundreds of people flocking to the summit each day. Hikers…
The Middle Teton & South Teton are two of the most recognizable peaks in the entire Grand Teton National Park right behind the Grand Teton. Both peaks sit just over 12,000 ft. and are extremely popular mountains for hikers around the USA and world to attempt. The Middle Teton is a class 3 route…
Handies Peak East Slopes is the longer but more scenic route to hike this beautiful 14er. Located near Lake City, this mountain is within Handies Peak Wilderness Study Area. The hike to the summit is short and has a few options to choose from, but the East Slopes route is by far the most…
Colorado Trail Segment 6 is the longest segment of the entire CT at just under 33 miles. This is also the first segment where hikers will frequently encounter pockets of snow deep into June and sometimes July. Segment 6 starts at Kenosha Pass and ends at Gold Hill trailhead just outside of Breckenridge. Segment…
Ubon 15 Degree Sleeping Bag Review Overnight camping is all about balancing comfort with weight in your bag and a sleeping bag is one of the big three pieces of gear (tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad) its key to get right. I have been using the same sleeping bag for years and have never…
Mt Massive via the Southwest slopes is an alternative route up the second highest mountain in Colorado. At 14,429ft., this 14er has several routes up to the summit but the southwest slopes is the shortest route and in my opinion, the most beautiful. Hiking consists of class 2 hiking and is recommended for hikers…