Advice
The Best Thru-Hiking Tents of 2024
Choosing a tent for your thru-hike is a big deal, but it's also probably the least stressful house shopping experience you'll have in your lifetime. Enjoy it. The best tents...
The Worst Conditions on the Appalachian Trail and How to Survive Them
There were several times throughout my Appalachian Trail thru-hike where I thought, Why am I doing this? I don’t have to put myself through this. I can just quit. But...
11 Tips I Wish I’d Known Before Hiking the Colorado Trail
The Colorado Trail was my first ever thru-hike. As a deeply anxious individual, I spent the months leading up to my start date frantically scouring the Internet for "The Tips"...
The Ultimate Guide to Lightning Safety for Thru-Hiking: Tips & Resources
Lightning is a common occurrence in the backcountry and it's important to be prepared. Here's our guide to lightning safety for thru-hiking.
7 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers Share Their Top Advice
As the 2023 thru-hiking season draws to a close, we’ve asked our Pacific Crest Trail finishers to share what they’ve learned throughout their journeys. From preparing for the adventure to...
Top 5 Reasons I’m Glad I Hiked the AT Before Hiking the PCT
Which long trail should you hike first? Here are the top reasons why I'm glad I hiked the AT before the PCT.
How to Tell Your Loved Ones You’re Planning to Thru-Hike
So, you're planning to thru-hike a long trail. You've done some research, started laying plans, and maybe even have a tentative start date in mind. But you haven't told your...
8 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers Share Their Top Advice
As the 2023 thru-hiking season draws to a close, we’ve asked our Appalachian Trail finishers to share what they’ve learned throughout their journeys. From preparing for the adventure to dealing...
What Virginia Blues? 10 Can’t-Miss Landmarks in VA
While many AT thru-hikers complain about the Virginia Blues, they aren’t guaranteed. Enjoy the state with these top 10 landmarks.
So You Finished Your Thru-Hike. Now What? 9 Tips For Regaining Your Humanity
So you finished your thru-hike. What do you do now? Here are 9 tips to keep you moving forward when the world feels overwhelming.