It’s the last week on the Colorado Trail and we’re not finishing with ANY dry weather in the forecast. We’re leaving Lake City and hiking with a small group. I packed out some Fireball to carry to the end, and officially accepted the trail name.
One Month on the Colorado Trail: Week 3
I knew what I was getting myself into when I committed to the Colorado Trail but I didn’t think the trail would steal my heart the way it did, I blame the San Juans.
Surviving & Thriving on the Colorado Trail
Trip Date: August 23-29, 2023 Location: Tennessee Pass to Boss Lake Reservior CT Mile: 142.9 – 235.4 It’s the first day back on the trail after a nero in Leadville. A ‘nero’ is hiking near zero miles for the entire day. Back at Tennessee Pass, we’d make our way to Twin Lakes where we’d confirm …
A Colorado Trail Thru Hike 2023: The Beginning
Mentally I starting to compare my JMT journey to my current Colorado Trail thru hike.
My Complete John Muir Trail Gear List for 2021
Backpackers and thru-hikers often love to talk about gear. Everything from what has worked for them over the years, to the newest and greatest lightweight options out there. Let me start off by saying that you do not need to break the bank and purchase all new gear for your hike.
Backpacking to Big McGee Lake: An Eastern Sierra Gem
Big McGee Lake is a beautiful alpine lake located in the Eastern Sierra mountains. The hike to the lake is 15.2 miles round trip and begins at the McGee Creek Trailhead.
Backpacking to Thousand Island Lake via Rush Creek Trail
Thousand Island Lake is an alpine lake in the Eastern Sierra Mountains. It’s known for the many little islands that make up Thousand Island Lake.
Your EPIC Guide to Solo Backpacking
Sometimes you just need to disconnect and enjoy your own company. Of course, most backpacking tips begin with the instruction of never going alone, but once you’ve successfully completed your first solo trip, the feeling of accomplishment is inevitable!
20 New Gift Ideas for Women Who Backpack
Everyone loves getting new gear- especially hikers! I’ve put together this list of 20 gift ideas for women who love getting out in the backcountry and spending time outdoors.
Backpacking to Iva Bell Hot Springs
Do you have any natural hot springs on your bucket list? I’ve had these specific hot springs on my radar for quite some time!
Backpacking The Mineral King Loop in Big Seki Wilderness
Challenging myself and my limits because of that, I was rewarded each day with a newfound appreciation for finding the beauty in discomfort.
Winter Backpacking at Big McGee Lake
The month is October. It has been several weeks since I’ve returned home from thru-hiking the John Muir Trail, making this trip my first backpacking trip this winter. We went to chase fall colors, and even though the trees were starting to change color, we were not quite expecting so much snow.
Solo Backpacking in Big Sur- Timber Top
As someone who’s not a big fan of snow, when winter rolls around you’ll most likely find me road-tripping rather than on the trail, but this year I decided to go backpacking in Big Sur!
John Muir Trail Day 25: Outpost Camp to Whitney Portal
Mount Whitney was the shit! Not a bad climb from Guitar Lake and I didn’t have to summit solo! JMT DONE! Safely made it down to Whitney Portal!
John Muir Trail Day 24: Guitar Lake to Outpost Camp
Just as I was about to fall asleep around 7 PM last night ‘Hey Vanessa Renee!” I heard on the trail heading… my way?