Chris Eby

Hi, I'm Chris aka Side Quest on trail. While backpacking has been a part of my life since I was little, I began my thru-hiking journey in 2019 by hiking the Walker's Haute Route from Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland. Since then I have hiked over 8,000 miles including the Pacific Crest and Continental Divide Trails amongst others. In 2026 I will embark on my longest journey yet by walking from Newfoundland to Key West on the Eastern Continental Trail and completing my Triple Crown!

Posts

Wasps Are Not Friends: ECT Week 7

Wasps Are Not Friends: ECT Week 7

Week 7 of the Eastern Continental Trail where I learn a valuable lesson: wasps ≠ friends.

Oct 8, 2026 : Chris Eby
The Great Crossing: ECT Week 6

The Great Crossing: ECT Week 6

Week 6 of the Eastern Continental Trail where I traverse a tricky section and run out of food.

Aug 19, 2026 : Chris Eby
Charlottetown & Travel to Quebec: ECT Week 5

Charlottetown & Travel to Quebec: ECT Week 5

Week 5 of the Eastern Continental Trail where I finish PEI and travel to Quebec.

Aug 8, 2026 : Chris Eby
Ceud Mìle Fàilte: ECT Week 4

Ceud Mìle Fàilte: ECT Week 4

Week 4 of the Eastern Continental Trail where I continue my journey through Nova Scotia and make it to Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.

Jul 29, 2026 : Chris Eby
Muggy & Buggy Nova Scotia: ECT Week 3

Muggy & Buggy Nova Scotia: ECT Week 3

Week 3 of the Eastern Continental Trail where I finish Newfoundland and take the ferry to Nova Scotia.

Jul 21, 2026 : Chris Eby
Gros Morne National Park & Haunted Hospitals: ECT Week 2

Gros Morne National Park & Haunted Hospitals: ECT Week 2

Week 2 of the Eastern Continental Trail where I hike through tough National Parks, get haunted in old hospitals, and deal with my first trail injury.

Jul 13, 2026 : Chris Eby
The Vikings Have Landed: ECT Week 1

The Vikings Have Landed: ECT Week 1

Week 1 of the Eastern Continental Trail where I visit ancient Viking sites and finally start this thing!

Jul 5, 2026 : Chris Eby
My Journey to the Eastern Continental Trail: An Intro

My Journey to the Eastern Continental Trail: An Intro

An intro of sorts.

Jun 28, 2026 : Chris Eby