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by Drew Robinson December 13, 2018 0

A Complete Guide To Hiking Tour du Mont Blanc

Tour du Mont Blanc is one of the most popular long distance hiking trails in Europe. The incredible thing about Tour du Mont Blanc is that you’ll hike through France, Italy, and Switzerland as you loop your way around the Mont Blanc Massif. The entire journey covers 170km (106m) and gains roughly 10,000m (33,000ft) of elevation. The Tour du Mont Blanc is the bucket list adventure of a lifetime, and I’ll be covering all of the details in this comprehensive guide.

by Trail To Peak Contributors December 12, 2018 4

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Iceland On A Budget: 8 Tips To Explore Iceland Without Breaking The Bank

Iceland’s otherworldly landscape will leave you awestruck and inspired. Iceland can be incredibly expensive though. As a budget savvy traveler, I will let you know that there are many ways to get around Iceland’s pricey prestige and still have a once in a lifetime travel experience. Here are my 8 top tips.

by Trail To Peak Contributors December 11, 2018 3

International Hikes Peru Trail to Peak Contributor

A Day Trip to Peru’s Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)

A day trip to Peru’s Rainbow Mountain is fast becoming one of the most popular side trips for visitors to Cusco and Machu Picchu. Is it worth the 3-hour drive from Cusco? Trail to Peak Contributor, Rhett, seems to think so.

by Trail To Peak Contributors December 10, 2018 3

Bay Area Hikes Trail to Peak Contributor

The 10 Best Hikes In The Bay Area

The Bay Area is a genuinely unique hiking destination and a must-visit location for those who love the outdoors. In this post, you’ll find 10 great day hikes that are perfect for Bay Area visitors and locals alike.

by Drew Robinson December 7, 2018 7

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3 Quick Hikes At Valley of Fire State Park – NV

Valley of Fire is a State Park in Nevada located 50 miles northeast of Las Vegas. The park encompasses 40,000 acres filled with red sandstone, grey and tan limestone, petrified wood, 2,000 year old petroglyphs, bighorn sheep, and more. Valley of Fire is located just off of I-15 making it the perfect short stop on road trips through the American Southwest.

by Drew Robinson December 5, 2018 0

Tent, Backpack, and Sleep System Reviews

Gear Review: Arc’teryx Brize 25 Hiking Backpack

The Arc’Teryx Brize 25 is a comfortable day hiking backpack that is built to last a lifetime. The Brize 25 has a 25L main compartment, two side pockets, and an internal storage pocket. I’ve been using the Brize 25 as my sole hiking, travel, and photography backpack over the past few months and will share my impressions in this review.

by Drew Robinson December 4, 2018 2

Footwear Reviews

Gear Review: Altra Lone Peak 4.0 Trail Shoe

The Altra Lone Peak 4.0 is a well cushioned zero-drop trail shoe that’s well suited for long days on the trail. For v4 of the Lone Peak, Altra has really secured the fit of the heel and midfoot. The toebox keeps the wide anatomical fit of all Altra shoes. The Lone Peak 4.0 also has a newly designed outsole with a stickier and more durable MaxTrac compound.

by Drew Robinson November 24, 2018 5

Gear Lists and Advice

10 Great Gift Ideas For Trail Runners

In this gift guide I’ve put together a list of items that every trail runner is sure to enjoy. It doesn’t matter if they’re a beginner or pro, training for a 5k or a 100 miler, some new gear for the holiday season is sure to make those early morning training runs a little more enjoyable.

by Drew Robinson November 24, 2018 0

Outdoor Industry News

REI Cyber Week Deals Have Arrived! Save up to 40% on Salomon, Big Agnes, Osprey, and More!

REI once again decided to skip the mayhem of Black Friday and encouraged members to #OptOutside. Now that Black Friday is over and we’re heading into Cyber Monday, REI has unleashed a ton of cyber week sales. Here are some of the highlights!

by Drew Robinson November 22, 2018 5

Gear Lists and Advice

10 Great Gift Ideas For Photographers

Buying gifts for photographers and photo enthusiasts can be a real challenge, especially if you’re not familiar with the world of photography. Many shoppers will start looking at camera bodies and lenses, but almost every photographer will already have these items in their kit. For this guide, I’m going to provide a list of useful accessories and add-ons that every photographer is sure to find useful.

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Camino de Santiago Camino Portuguese Gear Lists and Advice

My Comprehensive Camino De Santiago Packing List

I get a lot of questions about what my complete Camino gear list looks like. I just completed a hike of the Camino Portuguese this summer, and decided the time was right to answer those questions with a comprehensive look at all the gear I brought along with me.

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A Post-Camino Day Trip To Finisterre And Muxia

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Camino Portuguese Day 10: Padron to Santiago de Compostela

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Camino Portuguese Day 9: Caldas de Reis to Padron

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Camino Portuguese Day 8: Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis

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International Hikes Peru Trail to Peak Contributor

A Day Trip to Peru’s Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)

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The 10 Best Hikes In The Bay Area

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3 Quick Hikes At Valley of Fire State Park – NV

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Hiking Little Lakes Valley Trail (Gem Lakes) via Mosquito Flat – Bishop, CA

A hike of Little Lakes Valley via Mosquito Flat makes for a quintessential Eastern Sierra outdoor experience. This 8.5-mile out-and-back hike passes by six alpine lakes and provides side trail options to quite a few more. Hikers will pass under the 13,000+ ft mountain peaks of Bear Creek Spire, Mt. Dade, Mt. Abbot, and Mt. Mills.

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Hiking Around Patriarch Grove In The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest – Bishop, CA

Patriarch Grove rests at an elevation above 11,000ft, and requires 13 miles of driving on an unpaved dirt road. There are two .5 mile hikes at Patriarch Grove, the Timberland Ancients Trail and the Cottonwood Basin Overlook Trail. In this guide, I’ll provide directions, photos, maps, and instructions on combining these two hikes for a 1-mile figure eight loop.

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Hiking The Discovery Trail At The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest – Bishop, CA

The Discovery Trail is a short 1-mile loop hike that gains a mere 276 ft of elevation within the Ancient Bristlecone Forest. Although this hike is short, it can still be a challenge since it begins at an elevation above 10,000ft. The trailhead for the Discovery Trail is located at Schulman Grove, right outside the Ancient Bristlecone Forest visitor center. In this guide, you’ll find driving directions, maps, instructions, and photos.

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Hiking Pine Knot Trail To Grand View Point – Big Bear, CA

The hike from Pine Knot Trail To Grand View Point is one of the most popular hikes in Big Bear, CA. This 7-mile hike gains 1230 ft and provides hikers with stunning views out towards San Gorgonio Mountain and a bird’s-eye look down at Big Bear Lake. This trail requires no permit and allows dogs.

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Hiking Castle Rock Trail – Big Bear, CA

Castle Rock Trail is a popular 2-mile out-and-back hike located in Big Bear, California. This short trail gains 610 ft and provides hikers with a bird’s eye view of Big Bear Lake. The path up to Castle Rock is steep, rocky, and technical towards the end, so make sure to come prepared.