Backpacking Mount Whitney: The Highest Summit in the Lower 48

Hiking and backpacking to the summit of Mount Whitney in California’s Eastern Sierra is the kind of Type 2 fun that becomes legendary in your personal highlight reel. At 14,505 feet, it’s the tallest peak in the contiguous U.S., and summiting it is a bucket-list adventure for thousands of hikers each year. Whether you’re here […]

Backpacking the Mineral King Loop in Sequoia-Kings Canyon

Backpacking the Mineral King Loop in Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park offers several route options, each varying in length and difficulty. The classic full loop covers approximately 37 miles with 11,000 feet of elevation gain, typically completed in 3 to 5 days. This version passes through Franklin Lakes, Big Five Lakes, and Timber Gap—showcasing a stunning […]

Guide To Smith Rock State Park

Known as one of the 7 Wonders of Oregon, the high-desert region of Smith Rock State Park does not disappoint. Smith Rock State Park is most widely known for it’s variety of Rock Climbing and being the birthplace of Sport Climbing, a style of climbing that relies on permanent anchors that are bolted into the […]

Lightweight Backpacking Gear for Thru Hikng

Whether you’re looking into one of the Triple-Crown thru hikes in the States, a smaller thru hike that’s more closer to home, or you’re just looking to upgrade to some better gear- lightweight backpacking gear is going to make a huge difference. Gear is very subjective and will vary from person to person. The more […]

Backpacking The El Capitan Trail in Yosemite

The El Capitan (Historical) Trail is a 17 mile backpacking and hiking trail that goes up past Upper Yosemite Falls and over to the top of El Capitan on the North Rim of Yosemite National Park. The trail is usually hiked point to point, and has great views from the top of the famous granite […]