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Parks Canada Trail Conditions

Parks Canada Trail Conditions: news, background and coverage.

A hiker's account of their 14-mile journey from Elk Creek Trailhead to Alkali Creek, facing challenges with foot injuries...

Hikers Face Challenges on Day 8 of Their Journey

A hiker's account of their 14-mile journey from Elk Creek Trailhead to Alkali Creek, facing challenges with foot injuries and navigating through hazy...

2026-08-17
The author continues their journey on the John Muir Trail, covering days 13-16 from Evolution Lake to Vermillion Valley...

JMT: Days 13-16

The author continues their journey on the John Muir Trail, covering days 13-16 from Evolution Lake to Vermillion Valley Resort. The route takes them...

2026-08-17
A hiker recounts the challenges of swapping a lightweight Hyperlite pack for a larger Gregory pack while tackling the...

Navigating Mahoosuk Notch and the Arm on the Appalachian Trail

A hiker recounts the challenges of swapping a lightweight Hyperlite pack for a larger Gregory pack while tackling the infamous Mahoosuk Notch and the...

2026-08-17