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The Ultimate Guide to White Sands National Park in New Mexico | These beautiful gypsum sand dunes should be high on your traveling bucket list. From hiking, to backcountry camping, to bicycling, to epic photography shots at sunset, there are a lot of fun things to do in White Sands! In this post I detail all you need to know about visiting this breathtaking National Park. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More12 Best California Road Trips for Outdoor Adventure Lovers | California is a vast state that is made for exploration, whether you love the mountains, the forests, the beaches, or even the wineries. It’s also a state that caters to the car, making it ideal for road trips. In this blog post, we cover 12 of the best California Road Trips from Southern California to Northern California. Use this guide as inspiration for crafting your own unique California road trip ideas. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More7 Tips to Hiking & Summiting Your First Fourteener | Some consider hiking a 14er one of the ultimate hiking achievements, and there are over 96 total 14,000 ft. peaks in the United States! In this post I review planning, training, and 7 tips to set yourself up for a successful summit of a 14er mountain. With a bit of planning and training, you'll reach heights you never thought were imaginable! | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreHiking Mount Langley - California 14er Complete Trail Guide | Mount Langley is the 9th tallest mountain in California and one of three California 14ers that can be accessed via a Class-1 hiking trail which makes it one of the easiest California 14ers to summit. Even if you aren't interested in summiting Mount Langley, just hiking to the Cottonwood Lakes is a worthwhile trip all on its own. This is by far one of the best hikes in California.| shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreBackpacking Onion Valley to Whitney Portal – John Muir Trail Section Hike | This backpacking trail is one of the most amazing and challenging trails in the Sierra Nevada. Each day is full-on and at high altitudes, but it affords you amazing views along the John Muir Trail plus you get to cross over 3 different mountain passes (Kearsarge Pass, Forester Pass, and Trail Crest). You also have the opportunity to summit Mount Whitney, one of the tallest peaks in the US. Are you up to the challenge? | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreThe Best GPS for Hiking (Top 7 Devices to Navigate on the Trail) | Navigation is such an important skill to have in the backcountry, whether you’re using a map & compass, a smartphone app, or a GPS device. It can be confusing to pick the best GPS for hiking, but since I’m a total navigation nerd, I want to share my favorite hiking GPS tools with you! | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreWhy a Pee Cloth Belongs on Your Pack | If you’re someone who squats to pee, believe me, a pee cloth will change your life in the backcountry. A pee cloth is one of those things that you don’t technically “need” but that will make a huge difference in your experience on the trail. Learn why we are pee cloth converts – and especially love the Kula Cloth! | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreTraining for Hiking How-To Guide (Get Strong for Epic Outdoor Adventures) | Want to hit the trail for an epic hike but don’t feel like you’re in shape to handle it? That’s where training for hiking comes in! While you certainly don’t need a detailed training plan for every simple day hike, training for hiking will help you feel stronger and enjoy your hike more, no matter what trail you tackle. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreHiking Colorado 14er Mt. Bierstadt - Everything You Need to Know | Chasing that Rocky Mountain high? If hiking a Colorado 14er is one of your goals, Mount Bierstadt is an excellent choice. While no 14ers are truly easy, Colorado 14er Mt. Bierstadt is generally agreed to be a great first 14er. This guide will give you all the info you need to attempt to summit Mt. Bierstadt. | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More5 of the Best Colorado Day Hikes to Help you Train for Colorado 14ers | Colorado is well known for its list of big 14,000 foot peaks, and if you are keen to tackle some of them, it’s good to get a few training hikes under your belt before your big summit adventures. This post covers 5 of the best Colorado day hikes that make great training hikes for Colorado’s big fourteener mountains. Be ready for summit day with these 5 amazing and leg busting hikes. You’ll be at 14,000 feet in no time! | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreYour Ultimate Guide to the Angels Landing Hike in Zion National Park | The Angels Landing Trail is one of the most iconic hiking trails in the Untied States for a reason. It has every quality an amazing day hike needs: physical challenge, beautiful views, and epic adventure! This trail will test your mental strength as you make your way up the narrow steep spine toward the top of Angels Landing, but, trust me my friend, it’s well worth it! Check out our full trail guide & safety tips for hiking the Angels Landing trail here! | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More17 Best Sedona Hikes That You Need to Do in This Red Rock Paradise | If you've ever had the opportunity to visit Sedona, Arizona then you know what magical, beautiful place it is. There are limitless opportunities for great hiking in Sedona, so I've pulled together a list with 17 of the best Sedona hikes to help you know where to start! You are certain to fall in love with this place and its mesmerizing Red Rock features once you visit! | shedreamsofalpine.com
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