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The Quehanna Trail: Finding Solitude in the Pennsylvania Wilds
With the exception of the AT, Pennsylvania's trails don't receive much attention outside of the Mid-Atlantic region. Many people are thus surprised
Trail Profile: Backpacking PA’s Susquehannock Trail System
The Susquehannock Trail System (STS) traverses some of the most remote terrain in Pennsylvania, with more wildlife than people. Although numerous
The Black Forest Trail: 43 Miles of Pennsylvania’s Beautiful Forests
Beyond the Appalachian Trail, many backpackers overlook Pennsylvania as a backpacking destination. Hikers from Pennsylvania and surrounding states,
The Great Range Traverse: Tackling the Premier Adirondack Hiking Challenge
For hikers looking to tackle one of the toughest challenges in the Adirondacks, look no further than the Great Range Traverse. Often compared to the
The Cranberry Lake 50: A Serene 50-Mile Loop in the Western Adirondacks
The Cranberry Lake 50, as its name implies, circumnavigates 50 miles around Cranberry Lake. The route mostly utilizes already existing trail,
Katahdin and Beyond: The Best Hikes in Maine’s Baxter State Park
With more than 200,000 acres of wilderness and over 200 miles of trails, Baxter State Park (BSP) offers some of the best hiking in the eastern US.
The Best Backpacking Loops in Colorado’s Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness
In a state known for mountains, the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness stands out among Colorado's mountainous locales. The stunning Elk Range towers
Grafton Loop Trail: 39 Miles of Scenic Backpacking in Western Maine
The Grafton Loop Trail offers a great taste of backpacking in Maine's rugged mountains. Compared to the venerable trails just over the border in New
The Collegiate Loop: 160 Miles Around the Heart of the Colorado Rockies
The Collegiate Loop offers a beautiful backpacking experience through some of the highest terrain in the Lower 48. The route travels around the