Backpacking the Goat Rocks Wilderness (video)

In this video, join us on our 5-day walk in the Goat Rocks Wilderness. Known for some of the best views on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), Goat Rocks is a wonderful place to go backpacking.

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A Simple Food Plan for First Time Backpacking

Whether going backpacking for the first time or just want to see somebody else's take on food and related gear, here's our recommendation.

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The Secret to Getting a John Muir Trail Permit

The secret to a JMT permit? No magic incantations, just persistence and flexibility. Here's a short list of tips we believe will get you one this year.

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What's the Best Ski and Snowboard Lock?

In this post I'm exploring options for choosing a ski/snowboard lock. None of them is perfect, but I think I found one that I really like.

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Backpacking Navaho Pass and Navaho Peak, a Weekend Trip

Navaho Pass/Navaho Peak is one of the best choices for early season backpacking, with lots of options for extending your trip or exploring around camp.

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Backpacking the Enchantments, Washington's Finest Alpine Lakes

Washington’s very best backpacking: a combination of alpine lakes, streams, meadows, dramatic rocky peaks, open trails, high camps, and lots of goats!

Climbing Mount Baker via the Easton Glacier Route

This is the story of our three day climb to the summit of Mount Baker via the Easton Glacier Route.

The Old Mount Si Trail - A Better Way to Hike the Most Popular Seattle Peak

Here’s a better way to hike Mt Si, the most popular Seattle peak. The Old Trail is rougher and more challenging, but you get there with hardly any crowds.

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Backpacking the High Divide/Seven Lakes Basin Loop

The best backpacking route in the Olympic National Park, with beautiful camps, clear lakes, high alpine, and sightings of bears in their natural habitat.

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Backpacking The Enchantments' Eightmile/Caroline Lakes

The Enchantment’s Eightmile/Caroline zone is a perfect weekend backpacking trip, with clear lakes, mountain views, secluded camps and scrambling opportunities.

Top 10 Attractions of Death Valley National Park

A photographer's advice and quick guide to the top 10 places you must see while visiting Death Valley National Park.

Backpacking Toleak Point and The Olympic South Coast Wilderness Trail

The South Coast Wilderness Trail, a must-do weekend backpacking trip along 17 miles of wild Pacific Ocean beaches and cliffs, from Third Beach to Oil City.

A Journey on This Pale Blue Dot