Quite possibly the most recognized route in the San Juan Mountains, Ice Lakes Basin has seen its popularity soar in recent years as it continues to be touted as one of Colorado’s most scenic day hikes. Its beauty and accessibility … Read More
On our way to Durango from Grand Teton National Park, we decided to make a slight, six-hour detour to Denver to see my lifelong friend and her family. Shamefully, I hadn’t seen them in a couple of years and, of … Read More
Just south of Yellowstone in northwest Wyoming, Grand Teton National Park is home to some of the most recognizable and geologically unique peaks in the Rockies. While the Teton Range contains some of the oldest rock in North America, it’s … Read More
Standing at 11,106 feet, Table Mountain straddles the boundary of Grand Teton National Park and Jedediah Smith Wilderness. Because the trail and peak technically fall under the authority of the latter, it’s a great option if you’re in the area … Read More
One of Grand Teton National Park’s longer day hikes, the 18.6-mile Paintbrush Divide Loop offers breathtaking views of the Teton Range’s rugged, alpine landscape. Because of its length, much of the trail is quite lightly trafficked. With the exception of … Read More
Just outside the western boundary of Grand Teton National Park, the Alaska Basin Trail climbs from the floor of Teton Canyon to traverse a rugged, glacial basin. The trail can be hiked as a loop, with the entirety of the … Read More
Our first couple days exploring Yellowstone’s beauty were somewhat overshadowed by the surprising hordes of tourists and throngs of massive trucks and RVs. Consequently, we were desperate to get off the beaten path and onto a hiking trail. With the … Read More
Located in the northwest corner of Wyoming and extending into parts of Montana and Idaho, Yellowstone is most recognized for its abundant wildlife and unique hydrothermal features. Indeed, it was this collection of more than 10,000 geothermal features – geysers, … Read More
Established in 1910, northwest Montana’s Glacier National Park is home to some of the country’s most pristine wilderness. Encompassing the jagged peaks of the Lewis and Livingston ranges and home to an abundance of native plant and animal species, the … Read More
If you’re a craft beer enthusiast and find yourself in Whitefish or the surrounding areas, you shouldn’t have too much trouble finding a good brew. Small, independently-owned breweries dot the Flathead region, and several seem to specialize in hop-forward ales. … Read More
