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Hiking in the Desert - What You Need to Know

Hiking in the Desert - What You Need to Know | If the magical desert landscape calls to you, you can find incredible hiking trails to explore the stunning sandy environment. But hiking in the desert requires certain skills and preparedness that are different from hiking through the woods or a meadow. This guide will cover the basics of hiking in the desert, from clothing and gear to safety considerations and comfort. The goal is to help you feel prepared to embark on your own desert hiking adventure! | shedreamsofalpine.com

Hiking Related, Backpacking, Hiking Gear, Outdoor AllAllison BoyleAugust 30, 2026desert, Hiking, hiking safetyComment

Hiking 101 - The Essential Hiking Gear List for 2026 (PLUS Hiking Packing List Printable)

Hiking 101 - The Essential Hiking Gear List (PLUS Hiking Packing List Printable) | Hiking doesn’t need to be overwhelming, but I am a big fan of being prepared for the worst case scenario. In this post I've created a comprehensive hiking packing list for essential hiking gear. Refer to this list each time you hike, and you will be prepared for almost anything! Post includes free gear list printable for easy reference. | shedreamsofalpine.com

The Ultimate 3-5 Day Backpacking Packing List for 2026 (PLUS Backpacking Checklist PDF)

The Ultimate 3-5 Day Backpacking Packing List (+ Backpacking Checklist PDF ) | Don’t hit the trails without double checking if you have all the backpacking gear you need. This backpacking checklist goes over everything you might need on a 3-5 day backpacking trip (with a printable checklist), plus my personal recommendations on the best gear. | shedreamsofalpine.com

Training for Hiking How-To Guide (Get Strong for Epic Outdoor Adventures)

Training for Hiking How-To Guide (Get Strong for Epic Outdoor Adventures) | Want to hit the trail for an epic hike but don’t feel like you’re in shape to handle it? That’s where training for hiking comes in! While you certainly don’t need a detailed training plan for every simple day hike, training for hiking will help you feel stronger and enjoy your hike more, no matter what trail you tackle. | shedreamsofalpine.com

Backpacking, Hiking Related, Resources, Outdoor All, TrainingAllison BoyleAugust 25, 2026Hiking, Backpacking, trainingComment

How to Plan a Backpacking Trip: What You Need to Think About Before Hitting the Trail

How to Plan a Backpacking Trip: What You Need to Think About Before Hitting the Trail | Dreaming about taking your first backpacking trip but don’t even know where to begin? Knowing how to plan a backpacking trip is a skill in itself, and I am here to walk you through the process. This post will give you an overview of everything that goes into planning a backpacking trip, so you can feel confident when you hit the trail. | shedreamsofalpine.com

Backpacking, Camping, Gear, Hiking Related, Outdoor AllAllison BoyleAugust 25, 2026Backpacking, camping, Hiking, planning, GearComment

Your Ultimate Guide to Hiking Mount Baldy

Your Ultimate Guide to Hiking Mount Baldy | If you are based out of the Southern California area, then hiking Mount Baldy is absolutely one of the best hikes in California. Not only is it a great training hike for California’s bigger 14er mountains, it also makes a great day hike on a fun but challenging 11-mile loop. You’ll traverse the famous Devil’s Backbone trail and summit the highest peak in Los Angeles County. A must-do hike for all Californians! | shedreamsofalpine.com

Your Ultimate Guide to Backpacking the Lost Coast Trail in California in 2026 - Trail Details, Camping, Permits, Weather, Tide Tables, and More

Your Ultimate Guide to Backpacking the Lost Coast Trail in California - Trail Details, Camping, Permits, Weather, Tide Tables, and More | The Lost Coast Trail lies along California’s beautiful rugged coastline and follows some of its most isolated and breathtaking beaches. The trail is about 25 miles long and takes about 2-3 days to backpack. Enjoy one of the most unique backpacking experiences California has to offer with the Lost Coast Trail hike, and check out my full guide for all your trip planning details. | shedreamsofalpine.com

Backpacking, Hiking Related, Outdoor All, US TravelAllison BoyleAugust 15, 2026California, backpacking, Lost Coast TrailComment

The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Isle Royale (in Lake Superior)

The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Isle Royale (in Lake Superior) | Isle Royale National Park is the least visited national park in America, but is the most revisited. Backpacking Isle Royale is an incredible experience, but it is logistically tricky to get to Isle Royale This trail guides breaks down all the details to make it easy to plan your own Isle Royale adventure. | shedreamsofalpine.com

Backpacking, Hiking Related, Camping, National Park, US Travel, MidwestAllison BoyleAugust 14, 2026Backpacking, Hiking, Isle Royale, National Park, MidwestComment

The Ultimate List of Best Hikes in the World According to These Adventurous Travel Bloggers

The Ultimate List of Best Hikes in the World According to These Adventurous Travel Bloggers | I’m super excited to share this ultimate list of best hikes in the world! I reached out to some of the top adventure & travel bloggers for their favorite hikes from around the globe and compiled that list into this epic binge-worthy post. And of course I’ve sprinkled in a few of the hikes I personally consider the worlds best hikes into this post as well. | shedreamsofalpine.com

Spectacular Summits & Ocean Views - A Guide to Exploring the Best East Coast Hikes

The Most Amazing Hikes on the East Coast | From the seaside cliffs of Acadia National Park to the stunning peaks of the White Mountains to the towering rock cliffs of the Shawangunks and the Red River Gorge, the east coast is filled with spectacular hikes. This guide covers the very best east coast hikes, including the ultimate thru-hike on the east coast, the Appalachian Trail. | shedreamsofalpine.com

70 Beautifully Inspirational Mountain Quotes

70 Beautifully Inspirational Mountain Quotes | I’m a sucker for quotes y’all.If you read a lot of my articles, particularly some of the more personal ones then you will know that I quote things all the time. So I’ve compiled 70 of my favorite inspirational mountain quotes of all time into this post. Help me build this list by sharing your favorites! | shedreamsofalpine.com

How to Get a Mt. Whitney Permit in 2026: Understanding the Permit & Lottery Process for Day Hiking and Backpacking the Whitney Area

How to Get a Mt. Whitney Permit: Understanding the Permit & Lottery Process for Day Hiking and Backpacking the Whitney Area | Mount Whitney is the tallest peak in the lower 48 states, which makes it a very popular peak to hike and climb. Due to its popularity, there is a very structured permit process, and this post covers everything you need to know about grabbing Mount Whitney permits so you can plan your hike up this epic California peak. | shedreamsofalpine.com