Backpacking the Teton Crest Trail

Backpacking the Teton Crest Trail in Grand Tetons National Park, Wyoming | Somewhere Sierra

The Teton Crest Trail is a 40 mile trail crossing behind the Teton Range in Grand Tetons National Park. The point-to-point thru hike climbs over 9,000ft of elevation throughout the trail and varies between groups on how long it takes to complete (usually between 4-6 days). The trail is rated as difficult and is only […]

Best Mosquito Repellents for Hiking & Camping

Best Mosquito Repellents for Hiking and Camping

Mosquitos can be some serious… fun suckers… on hiking and camping trips. They can make an awesome trip itinerary absolutely miserable if you don’t come prepared. During the summer months, these pesky bugs come out from hiding and love to hang out in popular outdoor areas. Check out these Mosquito Repellents for hiking and camping! […]

Guide To Smith Rock State Park

Guide to Smith Rock State Park in Oregon | Somewhere Sierra

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 […]

Tips for Backpacking and Hiking Alone

Tips for Backpacking and Hiking Alone | How To Be Safe | Somewhere Sierra

Solo backpacking and hiking is a great way to experience the outdoors at your own pace. Depending on your past experience outdoors, backpacking and hiking alone can seem daunting, scary and downright dangerous. As a woman, I am often told that people “don’t backpack outdoors for a reason” and “it’s too dangerous for women”, but […]

The Best Hikes In Sedona, Arizona

Best Hikes in Sedona Arizona | Devils Bridge | Somewhere Sierra

Here Are The Hikes You Need To Do While Visiting Sedona, Arizona   So your headed out to the desert! Well lucky for you, there is a town by the name of Sedona that is becoming a huge hub in Arizona for outdoorsy-hiking-people like yourself. Think the ‘Bend, Oregon’ or ‘Moab, Utah’ for Arizona. It’s […]