An easier alternative to South Africa’s best hike — the Otter Trail.
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Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek, Nepal
Skyline Trail Backpacking Guide, Jasper
Clever Hiker:
Of the 44 kilometers of trail, nearly two thirds is above treeline with sweeping mountain views in all directions, beautiful glacial lakes, and wind-swept ridges.
Usually completed in 2-4 days, the trail climbs over three mountain passes, though the route is moderately-graded. You’ll encounter diverse flora and fauna (and a beautiful wildflower display in August), as well as vast meadows great for wildlife viewing.
Obtaining a permit for this trail can be tough, but if you’re lucky enough to get one, you’re in for a fantastic high alpine adventure. ….
Skyline Trail Backpacking Guide, Jasper National Park
Our two favourite hikes near Jasper Alberta are Berg Lake, Mount Robson and the Skyline Trail.
Your best starting point for organizing Skyline is the Clever Hiker page…
Skyline Trail Backpacking Guide, Jasper National Park
Trump wants to double the cost of some U.S. National Parks.
National Parks Traveller outlines the many problems with Trump’s plan to increase entrance price for 17 national parks during their busiest seasons …
Traveler’s View: Surge Pricing For National Parks Doesn’t Pencil Out Or Make Sense
Fact is most GOP politicians want to sell off or give away protected lands to big donors and rich corporations.
Campaign against the Republicans if you don’t like ti.
REI’s New ‘QD Air’ Hammock Tent
- Weight: 3 lbs. 2 oz.
- designed to keep the bugs out
REI’s New ‘QD Air’ Hammock Tent Put To Test
My MSR Hubba NX is 2 lbs. 7 oz, by comparison. I think I’d rather carry the tent.
The Great Outdoors Challenge, Scotland
Since 1980 thousands of people have taken up the opportunity to backpack from Scotland’s west coast to the east as part of this annual event – each of them following their own carefully crafted route.
Many of those Challengers come back time and time again, drawn by the potential for both wilderness and camaraderie. The 2018 event takes place 11th – 26th May. Read more here …
Live The Outdoors posted an excellent account of their 2017 TGO.
related – Andy Howell – Planning Your First TGO Challenge
Pu’u Oo Trail, Big Island Hawaii
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12 Classic Long Distance Hikes in the U.S.
If you are trying to decide on which long hike to plan for, this is the book.
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Three Capes Track, Tasmania
46km, 4 days
Maximum 48 hikers starting each day.
When the Three Capes Track opened two days before Christmas 2015, it immediately set a new benchmark for Australian bushwalks, creating a hike that’s both heady and hedonistic, combining the raw beauty of the southern hemisphere’s highest sea cliffs with comforts and interpretation unsurpassed by any other trail in the country.
… its finest moments come when the track teeters along the cliff edge on its approach to Cape Pillar and the Blade. As the Roaring 40s winds inevitably howl in from the Southern Ocean, there’s a humbling sense of being poised at the edge of the world. …
Before you get too excited know that this is a private hike – cost AU$495.
Book here.
9-Year-Old finishes Triple Crown
Christian Thomas, aka Buddy Backpacker, finished the Continental Divide Trail on September 18, becoming the youngest person to complete all three of the nation’s longest hiking trails
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