Inca Trail Too Crowded? Trek The Quarry Trail Instead
Originally posted by Intrepid TravelOkay, so you want to make the trek to Machu Picchu. Nice one. But did you know there is more than one way to do that?There's...
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15 Of The World's Easiest Winter Hikes
Imagine crystalline ice layers on trees and plants...This mountain is one of the highest ranges in the Southern Appalachians. Hiking along the trail you'll also see some...
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How Many Bodies Are Still Out On Everest?
Lying frozen in time, over 200 climbers are still out on Everest. Mt. Everest is over 60 million years old. It is the highest point from sea...
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The Most Beautiful Winter Hikes
Location: North Cascades National Park The Thunder Creek hike is 12 miles round-trip and the highest point is at 1900 ft. elevation. Start off this hike by entering a beautiful forest; eventually...
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The Most Spectacular Winter Hikes
Location: Washington, Olympic National Forest The Mount Ellinor Trail is one of the most popular summer hikes. However, it is often overlooked as one of the most amazing...
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10 Surreal Sunsets That Will Take Your Breath Away
Can you remember the last time you saw a brilliant sunset? Think back to the bright pastels rippling across the evening sky, crashing into each other in...
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Take Care Of Your Feet—7 Tips For The Hardcore Hiker
If you've ever dealt with a blister, arch issues or any other form of foot pain you can easily imagine how much worse it would be if...
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21 Best Hikes For Fall Foliage
Most of us will admit that the scenery is at least half of the reason we go hiking in the first place and there's no better time...
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The Best Hikes For Fall Foliage
If you think summer is the only season for hiking, it's time you experience the pleasant temperatures, sparse crowds and incredible beauty that comes with fall. [slideshow:77306]We...
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9 Essentials For Fall Hiking
Changing leaves, cooler temperatures and hot apple cider—these are just a few of the things we have to look forward to in the coming months, on top...
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Exploring Southwest Portugal: The Hike Of A Lifetime
What comes to mind when you think of Portugal? Cathedrals? Historic sites? Sixteenth Century explorers? Former colonies in Asia? Lethal jellyfish?What about some of the best hiking...
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7 Tips For Handling Hot Summer Hikes
Lacing up your boots and hitting the trail on a summer morning—there's nothing better. More sunshine means you can take longer routes and enjoy more of the...
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7 Backpacking Tips For Beginners
Warm weather brings a sense of wanderlust and a yearning for adventure that's almost palpable. It's common to want to get out and explore and there's no...
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Hike With A Guide: Treks Totally Worth Paying For
What makes hiking such an attractive and universal sport is the low barrier to entry. [slideshow:1289] All it takes is a minimal investment—buy a pair...
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Find The Perfect Fitting Hiking Boot
When it comes to hiking, there is nothing that can improve or hinder your performance as much as the fit of your boot. Whether you're a beginner...
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What Is The Annapurna Circuit — 'The Best Long Distance Trek In The World?'
At least 39 hikers died on one of the world's most famous high-altitude treks after a freak blizzard hit the Annapurna Circuit on Oct, 15 during the...
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Turn Up The Heat With These Active Volcano Hikes
Hiking can be a calming, therapeutic adventure. But for some, hiking and climbing is about the thrill, reaching new and death-defying heights that make life more exciting....
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10 Reasons Hiking Is Great For Your Health
Soon enough, the leaves will be changing colors, the beating sun will be paired with a cool crisp breeze, the smell of pumpkin and apple cider will...
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Hike To New Heights: The 10 Best Trails For Stargazing
Unfortunately, many Americans will never see a complete, unpolluted sky. It is estimated that only about 10 percent of the population is able to see the natural...
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The Death Of Backpacking?
I keep hearing that the art of backpacking is dying. Usually the messenger is an older person with the tone of the gentle curmudgeon who can't understand...
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Recreation-Related Death Toll Soars This Summer
On August 2, Marc Buckhout, a 36-year-old from Glendale, Arizona, went hiking on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. He never came back. Four days later...
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8 Common Outdoor Threats Everyone Should Be Aware Of And Prepared For
Stepping outside can be a dangerous move. The threats we find in the outdoors are terrifying, but for the outdoor enthusiast, that won't prevent us from getting...
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Hiking First Aid: 10 Things You Need To Protect Yourself In The Great Outdoors
Preparation is key in having an enjoyable hike or camping trip. But, so much of that preparation includes finding the right gear, food, maps, etc. that we...
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Crowd-Free National Parks To Visit Before Summer Ends
Grand Canyon National Park lives up to its billing as a "powerful and inspiring landscape." We need no second invitation to visit. But we can't put our...
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How To Find Your Way: 8 Tips For Navigating Without A Compass
Getting lost in the woods may sound like an eerie fairly tale including a witch and a candy-covered house, but unfortunately it is far too common in...
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Summer Hypothermia: 4 Tips For Preventing The Unexpected
Recently, a hiking expert and avid explorer passed away due to hypothermia. This is a common occurrence in the extreme outdoors. The Centers for Disease Control and...
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Hiring A Guide: How To Choose
We've recently discussed why you should hike with a professional guide, but how do you choose? Exploring the great outdoors should be a worry-free adventure and memorable...
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