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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
Read MoreThe 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
Read MoreThe 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
Read MoreHow 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
Read MoreHiking Mt. Whitney Trail Guide: How to Successfully Summit the Highest Peak in the Lower 48 | This Mount Whitney Trail Guide is your A to Z resource on any and all things involving the Mount Whitney Hike. From day hiking Mt. Whitney to backpacking Mt Whitney, you’ll find everything you need to successfully summit and tackle one of the tallest peaks in the United States. A bucket list hike for every outdoor lover! | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreHow to Find the Backpacking Program That’s Right for You | A backpacking program can help guide you on your dream adventure and learn the skills you need to go on your own backpacking trips. Choosing the right backpacking program for you can be a challenge, so this post will help guide you through the process of choosing a backpacking program.| shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More11 Lesser Known Rules to Learn for Your First Time Backpacking | When it comes to going backpacking, all of the rules, tips, tricks, and hacks can feel totally overwhelming, and I get that.But fear not, I’m here to give you a little insight into some of the more advanced backpacking tips to keep in mind for your first backpacking trip. So let’s dive in to 11 essential rules to remember your first time backpacking outdoors. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More11 Essential Tips for Backpacking in the Rain Like a Pro | Nothing puts a damper on an excellent backpacking trip quite like a rainy forecast. However, a little rain doesn’t have to stop you from getting outside. In fact, backpacking in the rain can (sometimes!) even be fun, especially if you go into it prepared for anything. Even the best formulated adventure plans can go awry, so be prepared for how to backpack in rainy weather with these 11 pro tips. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More18 Adventure-Worthy Backpacking Trips for Beginners | You may have heard me say this before, but it’s worth repeating: I believe that outdoor backpacking is the gateway into epic outdoor adventure. That’s why I’m really excited to share these 18 adventure-worthy backpacking trips for beginners with you. In this list you’ll find an assortment of backpacking trails including some easier international thru-hiking trails and easy 2 day backpacking trips that aren’t too far off from civilization. A bit of adventure for every comfort level! | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreHiking Mount Langley - California 14er Complete Trail Guide | Mount Langley is the 9th tallest mountain in California and one of three California 14ers that can be accessed via a Class-1 hiking trail which makes it one of the easiest California 14ers to summit. Even if you aren't interested in summiting Mount Langley, just hiking to the Cottonwood Lakes is a worthwhile trip all on its own. This is by far one of the best hikes in California.| shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreBackpacking Onion Valley to Whitney Portal – John Muir Trail Section Hike | This backpacking trail is one of the most amazing and challenging trails in the Sierra Nevada. Each day is full-on and at high altitudes, but it affords you amazing views along the John Muir Trail plus you get to cross over 3 different mountain passes (Kearsarge Pass, Forester Pass, and Trail Crest). You also have the opportunity to summit Mount Whitney, one of the tallest peaks in the US. Are you up to the challenge? | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreThe Best GPS for Hiking (Top 7 Devices to Navigate on the Trail) | Navigation is such an important skill to have in the backcountry, whether you’re using a map & compass, a smartphone app, or a GPS device. It can be confusing to pick the best GPS for hiking, but since I’m a total navigation nerd, I want to share my favorite hiking GPS tools with you! | shedreamsofalpine.com
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