Annika Ananias

I'm Annika, a German adventurer, mountain lover, and world traveler. I discovered my love for hiking during a semester abroad in New Zealand, a turning point that changed my life. To fulfill my strong desire for hiking and the mountains I moved to the German Alps and have traveled all around the world to experience the beautiful diversity of the great outdoors. On my thru-hikes on the Te Araroa in New Zealand and the Pacific Crest Trail in the USA, I found my calling in long-distance hiking. By now, I have covered over 6,000 miles on trails around the world and visited all seven continents. The next big journey will be thru-hiking the Continental Divide Trail SOBO, starting in mid-June.Come join me on my adventures! If you are German speaking you can also check out my blog at www.weltwanderin.de and read about my other adventures.

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CDT: The Desert of the Basin

CDT: The Desert of the Basin

The hike through the Basin is a wild ride through the stunning highs and grueling lows of the CDT, from cowboy camping under a sky thick with stars

Oct 7, 2024 : Annika Ananias
CDT: The Wind River Range

CDT: The Wind River Range

The Wind River Range is renowned for its stunning alpine landscapes, rugged granite peaks, and pristine glacial lakes. After an adventurous hitchhike

Oct 7, 2024 : Annika Ananias
CDT: Bail Out to Pinedale

CDT: Bail Out to Pinedale

This section from Jackson was supposed to connect us back to the CDT via the Gros Ventre Wilderness, ending up in the long anticipated Wind River

Sep 15, 2024 : Annika Ananias
CDT: The Grand Teton Alternate

CDT: The Grand Teton Alternate

On the alternate through the Grand Teton National Park, we're rewarded with breathtaking alpine views and serene lakes. Over days, we're traversing

Sep 11, 2024 : Annika Ananias
CDT: Yellowstone National Park

CDT: Yellowstone National Park

I loved the Yellowstone section. It's so unique with all its geysers, hot springs, bubbling pools, colors and patterns. Where else do you hike right

Sep 10, 2024 : Annika Ananias
CDT: Thunderstruck – Lima to Targhee Pass

CDT: Thunderstruck – Lima to Targhee Pass

The stretch from Lima to Targhee Pass throws the next unexpected challenges at us: Harrowing afternoon thunderstorms with hail and lightning. Despite

Sep 3, 2024 : Annika Ananias
CDT: The Terror of Flies – Leadore to Lima

CDT: The Terror of Flies – Leadore to Lima

On our way from Leadore to Lima, the CDT is testing us in ways we never imagined — from relentless biting flies to grueling climbs, this journey is

Sep 1, 2024 : Annika Ananias
CDT: Beauty & Beasts – Darby to Leadore

CDT: Beauty & Beasts – Darby to Leadore

After four restful days in Darby, we finally hit the trail again under the blistering sun. Our journey continues with the usual mix of challenges and

Aug 21, 2024 : Annika Ananias
CDT: The Beauty of the Anaconda Pintler Wilderness

CDT: The Beauty of the Anaconda Pintler Wilderness

From Anaconda we make our way towards Storm Lake, where we enter the stunningly beautiful Anaconda Pintler Wilderness. We face a mix of beautiful

Jul 13, 2024 : Annika Ananias
CDT: Mosquitoes and Magic on our way to Butte

CDT: Mosquitoes and Magic on our way to Butte

After Helena, we return to the rugged wilderness, battling the relentless Montana weather and pesky mosquitoes along the way. We experience a mix of

Jul 12, 2024 : Annika Ananias