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It’s my tenth day on the trail, and my first night in a hostel. You could also call it my...

By BestHike editor Rick McCharles Over the past few years I’ve spent a lot of time on the famed Bermuda...

Who Am I? What’s my story? Right about now, I should be introducing myself with a goofy trail name like...

Yes you read that right! The 6 months leading up to the PCT, I have done a grand total of...

Starting April 1, 2023 ➙ independent trekking in Nepal is no longer allowed. You MUST hire a guide. Therefore, more...

“I was surprised, as always, by how easy the act of leaving was, and how good it felt. The world...

“Wisdom comes from experience. Experience is often a result of lack of wisdom.” ― Terry Pratchett. This is a quick...

Huaraz is a trekkers’ paradise. On one side of the valley you have the White Mountains (Cordillera Blanca). On the...

Have you ever had a dream so BIG…that you thought maybe it wouldn’t come to fruition..?! Well…I sure did! “Would...

Angels Landing is one of the most popular hikes in Zion National Park, Utah. One of the most dangerous hikes...

Trying out the gear! As my thru-hike draws closer I am making sure my gear works well.I’ve done other thru...

To those of you who don’t know much about backpacking, that title might be a bit confusing. Let’s include some...