OVERVIEW The Fimmvörðuháls day hike is one of those rare trails that feels like stepping into several different worlds in a single day. Tucked away in the heart of southern Iceland, it combines...
HIKING Articles
Our beautiful planet is loaded with amazing hikes.
We’ve had the fortunate opportunity to explore many of these hikes on 6 different continents. From high mountain ranges to rugged coastline and everything in between, there are no shortage of magnificent landscapes to explore.
We have documented and organized many of our hiking adventures in hopes that you too can be inspired to venture out on some of these spectacular trails.
CASSIDY ARCH TRAIL – THE BEST HIKE IN CAPITOL REEF NATIONAL PARK
OVERVIEW The Cassidy Arch Trail in Capitol Reef National Park offers a stunning combination of dramatic scenery, fascinating geology, and a taste of Wild West history. The 3.4-mile round-trip hike...
CAPITOL REEF UNCOVERED: A COMPLETE GUIDE TO UTAH’S QUIETEST NATIONAL PARK
OVERVIEW Capitol Reef National Park, one of Utah’s “Mighty Five” national parks, is a hidden gem of the American Southwest. Known for its colorful cliffs, rugged canyons, and the striking...
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO HIKE THE TOUR DU MONT BLANC
OVERVIEW Thinking about hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB)? You’re in for something special. This legendary trek loops around the Mont Blanc massif, taking you through France, Italy, and...
TOUR DU MONT BLANC: A COMPLETE GUIDE TO ALL 11 STAGES
OVERVIEW The Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB) is one of the world’s most iconic long-distance treks, circling the Mont Blanc massif through France, Italy, and Switzerland. Covering roughly 110 miles, the...
SWITZERLAND’S SCHYNIGE PLATTE–FAULHORN–FIRST: A STUNNING ALPINE TRAVERSE
OVERVIEW On the search for an epic hike in the Swiss Alps? The Schynige Platte-Faulhorn-First Trail in Bernese Oberland is one of the most stunning and accessible alpine hikes in Switzerland,...
CINQUE TERRE’S SENTIERO AZZURRO: GUIDE TO HIKING THE FIVE VILLAGES
OVERVIEW Hiking through Cinque Terre in Italy is a breathtaking journey through five colorful seaside villages—Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso—perched along the...
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO THE SOUTH RIM LOOP AND EMORY PEAK
OVERVIEW The South Rim Loop and Emory Peak Trail combine to form one of the most rewarding experiences in Big Bend National Park. This challenging full-day trek leads you through pine forests, rocky...
HOW TO HIKE THE LOST MINE TRAIL IN BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK
OVERVIEW The Lost Mine Trail is one of the most popular and scenic hikes in Big Bend National Park, and for good reason. The 4.8-mile round-trip trek offers a manageable challenge with incredible...