Glacier National Park is known for its unique beauty with glaciated peaks, lots of wildlife, and panoramic views both in the car on the Going to the...
Highline Trail: Glacier National Park’s Ultimate Scenic Hike
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Rocky Mountains
Cracker Lake, Glacier National Park: Unexpected Challenges to Reach a Turquoise Gem
As I slid out of my car in Many Glacier aggravated by the traffic ridden drive across Glacier National Park, I was hit by the stench of rotting...
Weir Creek: Secluded Hot Spring Paradise
Idaho is know for steaming hot springs that are found in many areas throughout the state. After our backpacking trip to Sawtooth Lake I thought that...
Sawtooth Lake: Serenity in the Jagged Peaks of Idaho
After backpacking in the Wind River Range last week, Lucy and I were itching to get back on the trail for another overnight trek. I recently...
Cirque of the Towers: The Backpacking Trip that Reminded Me Why I Love Spending Days in the Wilderness
Lucy and I both have had many humbling yet amazing hikes, but this one really takes the cake. Wyoming’s Wind River Range is known for its granite...
Great Sand Dunes National Park: A Magical Desert Landscape in the Midst of the Mountains
At 4:30am I heard my alarm chime signaling it was time to get out of bed. I got up slowly and didn’t even bother to make coffee before pulling out...
Quandary Peak: Poor Decision Making and Emergency Preparedness at 14,000 Feet
On Monday we woke at 4:30am and started making our way to Quandary Trailhead in Breckenridge, CO. We had been in Colorado for eight days at that...
Pikes Peak: A Tough Climb for My First 14er!
When I started hiking just about a year ago I heard about the Colorado 14ers from a friend that lives in Denver. I never imagined that I'd get the...
Flattop Mountain: A Not So Flat Hike in RMNP
12,362 feet. That's the elevation of the mountain we climbed Wednesday. We being Kris and Carrie, my bosses, and their three kids Emma, Abby, and...
Emerald Lake and Glacier Basin: An Exciting First National Park Experience
As I sit here on a large rock in the middle of a field in Rocky Mountain National Park, I'm more and more amazed by my surroundings with every...
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Hi! I'm Lexi and this is my pup Lucy. This is our hiking blog where I write all about our adventures! Our goal is to empower you with the tools and advice you need to spend more time in nature. Lucy and I have tested lots of gear, hiked many trails around the world, and learned more about ourselves than we could have ever imagined. Join us as we our continue exploring the backcountry and beyond! 
