Outside of the main Yosemite Valley region lies a hidden gem for hikers, backpackers, and nature lovers looking to get away from the crowds of Yosemite: Hetch Hetchy (HH). This valley was converted into a reservoir in 1913 and supplies the bulk of San Francisco’s...
Grand Tetons National Park September 6-7 , 2021 Overview: Distance: 21.5 miles Elevation Gain: 3656 ft. Time: 2 days, 1 night Difficulty: Strenuous Camping overnight in the backcountry of GTNP requires permits from the NPS. This includes Backpacking...
Overview: Distance: 3.4 miles Time: 2 days, 1 night Difficulty: Easy Backpacking to Hole in the Wall is a fun easy overnighter (or day hike) that provides some beautiful views of the Oregon Coast. There’s towering rock formations in the shallows, dense forest...
Overview: Region: Mount Baker Wilderness, Washington, USA Date: August 11-12, 2020 Difficulty: Moderate Elevation Gain: 1300 ft. Permit Required: Northwest Forest Pass (No reservation required) This short hike has such a massive reward. It was a major highlight of...
Overview: Location: Sahale Glacier – North Cascades National Park Dates: August 9-10, 2020 Distance: 12 Miles Round Trip Elevation Gain: 4000 ft. Difficulty: Strenuous Backpacking Sahale Glacier requires backcountry camping permits issued by the US National...
I’ve lived in Northern Virginia for over 10 years. I’ve had a chance to explore most of the iconic hikes near Washington D.C. When I say near D.C., I mean around 2 hours or less. D.C. is a metropolitan area, and so aside from one hike on this list, I...
