Rebecca Lynn Ellis

Hi, I’m Becca! Trail Name: TBD (“The Best Daughter”) ☺ I love meeting people who radiate positivity and find the joy in small things- and hope to also show up as that person each day! I believe in souls, karma, and free will. My favourite flowers are sunflowers and daisies. Sentiocentrism is important to me, which is why I seek to exclude all forms of animal exploitation from my life (big vegan energy?). My favourite foods are burritos and avocado rolls. Feel free to place bets on whether I will get sick of oatmeal or noodles first on the trail (I’m still not sure). My longest hike before the CDT was only 7 days (210 km) long. I made fun of trekking poles before I used them, which was my first mistake… If you are reading this on “The Trek” you have probably already (correctly) assumed that I will be hiking the Continental Divide Trail in 2024! I will be travelling NOBO and look forward to sharing my adventures with you here.

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Salida to Leadville: The Hiking Food Tour of Colorado

Salida to Leadville: The Hiking Food Tour of Colorado

Hot Spring We walked into Salida, and were very happy to see the Walmart (the bar is very low). We had decided to go to the Hot Springs Aquatic

Jun 23, 2024 : Rebecca Lynn Ellis
Del Norte to Salida: My Biggest Fear

Del Norte to Salida: My Biggest Fear

Del Norte Del Norte was great! Tons of food, free showers (thank you Trade and Post), and free camping at the edge of town. We were just going to

Jun 19, 2024 : Rebecca Lynn Ellis
Taking the Low Route: Chama (Cumbres Pass) to Del Norte

Taking the Low Route: Chama (Cumbres Pass) to Del Norte

When we arrived back at Ghost Ranch, we didn’t stay long before we walked down to the highway to hitch a ride back to Chama. Unfortunately, we

Jun 12, 2024 : Rebecca Lynn Ellis
Going the Wrong Way : Cumbres Pass to Ghost Ranch

Going the Wrong Way : Cumbres Pass to Ghost Ranch

Free Ride After realizing that there was a free bus from Ghost Ranch to Chama, we decided to take the bus! Part of this decision was made easy due

Jun 8, 2024 : Rebecca Lynn Ellis
Cuba to Ghost Ranch: A Fire Reroute on the CDT

Cuba to Ghost Ranch: A Fire Reroute on the CDT

Hiking out of Cuba, New Mexico in the late afternoon, we stopped by the grocery store to fill up our water and pass the McDonald’s to use the

Jun 4, 2024 : Rebecca Lynn Ellis
Grants to Cuba: The CDT Adventure Continues

Grants to Cuba: The CDT Adventure Continues

Continuous Footpath Between Grants and Cuba, I didn’t really write a whole ton. Though, I think that I learned where the term “ants in your pants”

Jun 3, 2024 : Rebecca Lynn Ellis
First Zero: Grants, New Mexico

First Zero: Grants, New Mexico

Day 23 Day 23 on the CDT, we woke up at the Junkyard Brewery on the edge of Grants, NM. In the early hours of the morning, I was hearing a noise

Jun 2, 2024 : Rebecca Lynn Ellis
Pie Town to Grants New Mexico

Pie Town to Grants New Mexico

Trail Day 20 It is now Day 20 and we are walking out of Pie Town down the road towards Grants, New Mexico where we have a resupply box, shoes,

May 28, 2024 : Rebecca Lynn Ellis
Pie Town, New Mexico

Pie Town, New Mexico

After living in a van for four years and meeting different people who do that sort of thing, I can see now how the thru-hiking community is similar

May 27, 2024 : Rebecca Lynn Ellis
Doc Campbells to (Almost) Pie Town New Mexico

Doc Campbells to (Almost) Pie Town New Mexico

We slept at a family-owned campground across from Doc Campbells Post (a popular choice amongst hikers because of its convenient location). When we

May 25, 2024 : Rebecca Lynn Ellis