Thru-hikes
Split by 3 values across our adventure travel reporting, including Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail and Continental Divide Trail, drawing on the 18
Amtrak Empire Builder Route for Thru-Hiking
Amtrak's Empire Builder train route between Chicago and Seattle offers hikers access to trails across seven states, with round-trip fares averaging...
Editors' Top Picks for Late Summer Hikes
Backpacker magazine's editors highlight four new pieces of gear for hikers, including a trail trash system, a modular bear canister, a water filter...
Colorado Trail hiker finishes thru-hike
A hiker is returning to the Colorado Trail to complete a thru-hike they left unfinished last year, starting at 10,906 feet near Lake City.
Dale Sanders, 91, Is Oldest AT Thru-Hiker
Dale 'Grey Beard' Sanders, age 91, has become the oldest recorded person to complete a thru-hike of the 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail. He summited Mt...
Colorado Trail hiker survives storm
A thru-hiker on the Colorado Trail endured a terrifying, exposed thunderstorm above treeline, describing it as a near-death experience.
Long Trail hikers face logistics, pack
Hikers planning a Long Trail thru-hike detail the logistical and pack-weight challenges compared to the Appalachian Trail, focusing on resupply...
PCT Days 2026 Draws Thru-Hikers to Cascade
The Pacific Crest Trail Association celebrated the 2026 PCT Days festival in Cascade Locks, Oregon, on August 14-15.
Killington Peak Sunrise: Final AT Moment
Turkenna, a thru-hiker on the Appalachian Trail, finished her 1700-mile trek by summiting Killington Peak at sunrise. The final day included a water...
A Thru-Hiker's Bittersweet Goodbye on the Pacific Crest Trail
A thru-hiker reflects on the bond formed with a hiking partner on the Pacific Crest Trail and the challenges of saying goodbye
Thru-Hikers Enjoy Jersey Delights, Face Medical Emergency
A group of thru-hikers on the Appalachian Trail experienced the best of New Jersey, from glacial lakes to homemade ice cream, but also faced a...
Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Reaches New Hampshire, Prepares for White Mountains Challenge
A thru-hiker on the Appalachian Trail has reached New Hampshire, where they will face a challenging hike through the White Mountains National Forest...
Thru-Hikers Face Challenges in New Hampshire's Appalachian Trail
Appalachian Trail hikers encounter difficulties in New Hampshire, including water carries and extra foot traffic.
Conquering Colorado Trail's Collegiate West: Hope Pass, Lake Ann, and Cottonwood Passes
A thru-hiker tackles the challenging Collegiate West section of the Colorado Trail, navigating steep ascents, stunning alpine scenery, and unexpected...
Gillian Embarks on Te Araroa Thru-Hike
Gillian, a seasoned adventurer, is set to tackle the 1,864-mile Te Araroa Trail in Samoa, her first thru-hike in the country.
Thru Hiker Paradise: Wyoming
A group of thru hikers experience the beauty of Wyoming's Continental Divide Trail, including the Wind River Range and the Cirque of the Towers.
Thru-Hiking: A Life-Changing but Challenging Experience
Thru-hiking can be a life-changing experience, but it also comes with significant challenges, including a major transition back to normal life...
Crossing into Wyoming: A Journey Along the Continental Divide Trail
A thru-hiker's account of navigating the challenging terrain and diverse landscapes of Wyoming's Continental Divide Trail, from the hazy pink sunrise...
Trail Hikers Face Uncertainty Amid Ongoing Wildfires
A Pacific Crest Trail hiker shares their experience navigating the route amidst wildfires, weighing the importance of completing the thru-hike versus...