Gear, Pacific Crest Trail
Before we get into gear, I want to take a step back and examine the reasons we use gear in the first place. I think there is value in considering the why before considering the what. Too often we run around buying the newest and lightest gear to assuage our fears of...
Moderate Trails, North Cascades
Miles Elevation Gain (ft) With views of Mt. Shuksan to the east, Mt. Baker to the west and a trail that crosses ridges, volcanic landscape and permanent snow fields, the Ptarmigan Ridge Trail keeps your jaw dropping over the course of this 9 mile out-and-back hike....
North Cascades, Strenuous Trails
Miles Elevation Gain (ft) Sahale Glacier Camp is one of the top backcountry campsites in the United States National Park System. The individual campsites are ringed with rock walls and perched at 7,570 ft. at the foot of the Sahale Glacier. 8,681 ft Sahale Peak...
Moderate Trails, North Cascades
Miles Elevation Gain (ft) Blue Lake Trail is a great hike if you don’t have much experience, want a trail with a high reward to distance ratio or just love mountain lakes with pristine, crystal clear waters. Do this hike in fall for the added bonus of seeing the...
