Spend a day at Saguaro National Park West – hike to the remote Mam-A-Gah, stroll along the Desert Discovery Trail, and more.
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I’m an American who loves to travel to foreign countries, but there are lots of bold adventures to have here in the USA, too!
2 day itinerary for Saguaro National Park in Arizona
Spend 2 days at Saguaro National Park – 1 day at Saguaro East and 1 day at Saguaro West. Hiking, amazing desert sunsets, and so many different kinds of cactus!
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Isle Royale National Park FAQ
So you’re considering a trip to Isle Royale National Park in Michigan but you have questions. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about Isle Royale.
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Hiking Saguaro National Park East – Rincon Mountain District
Spend a day at Saguaro National Park East – hiking Cactus Forest Trail, lime kilns, Lime Falls, Tanque Verde Ridge Trail and more.
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Solo backcountry winter wild camping
To fight off cabin fever, I decided to take a solo winter backpacking trip in the snow, using a pulk to haul my gear.
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Training for the West Highland Way: Backpacking the Manistee River Trail
To prepare for hiking West Highland Way in Scotland, I had a very rainy weekend backpacking the Manistee River Trail in Michigan. See what I learned while training for the WHW.
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Isle Royale Backpacking Tips
Planning a trip to one of the least visited national parks in the United States? This rugged island wilderness requires more planning that most other National Parks. Here are ten tips for planning an Isle Royale Backpacking trip.
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Hiking Camelback Mountain in Phoenix, AZ
Hiking Camelback Mountain in Phoenix, Arizona. It’s a fun, challenging hike – just be sure to plan for it!
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Backpacking Isle Royale 14: S Lake Desor to Hatchet Lake
I finally found ripe thimbleberries as I hiked on Isle Royale’s Greenstone Ridge Trail from South Lake Desor to Hatchet Lake. The Hatchet Lake campground is peaceful and secluded.
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Backpacking Isle Royale 13: Washington Creek to S. Lake Desor
I leave Windigo on the Greenstone Ridge Trail to South Lake Desor. It’s a long day, but the tree-covered trail is much easier than the Minong.
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Backpacking Isle Royale 12: Rest day at Windigo
My rest day on Isle Royale was spent at Windigo doing laundry, cleaning up, and watching moose.
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Isle Royale Part 11: On the Minong Ridge to Windigo
I’ve got two more beaver dam crossings and some big climbs to make it to Windigo, where I have the lowest moment of my trip.
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