The last few weeks have been a fun whirl of work and adventures! We never left New York, but we hiked and biked and kayaked old and new trails and routes. One of the new routes was a somewhat random…
Fantastic Blue Ridge Views from Lover’s Leap
Last summer, I had the opportunity to drive up to the Blue Ridge Parkway with some dear relatives. On the way up, we stopped by a viewpoint called “Lover’s Leap.” Per me, the views here were better than what we…
Glacier National Park Hiking Road Trip – 3, 7, and 10 Day Itineraries!
Or, what to do with 3 days, 7 days, or 10 days in Glacier National Park. To me, Glacier National Park is one of the most beautiful national parks in the country. (North Cascades National Park and Grand Teton National…
The Best Hikes from the Taos Ski Valley!
Did you know that the Taos Ski Valley doesn’t shut down when the snow is gone? For quite a number of years now, the ski area remains open to visitors during the summer months. This means summer hikers can enjoy…
The Alabama Hills’ Mobius Arch Loop
On our last trip to California, we mostly stuck to famous parks. But one of our few excursions outside of national parks was to the Alabama Hills to hike the Mobius Arch Loop. I’d read about it online, and it…
The Best Hikes in Glacier National Park
Perhaps one of the most beautiful national parks in the contiguous US, Glacier National Park is also very remote. That means you might have some trouble finding lodging or a campsite, but if you can get that under control, you’re…
The Top 20 Pages on Anne’s Travels in 2020!
It’s the time of year when I get to review my Google Analytics and find out what posts are the most popular on Anne’s Travels in 2020! As I expected, visitation was down this year due to the pandemic, but…
Hiking Road Trip Itinerary to North Cascades National Park Complex
Find the best hikes in North Cascades National Park in this hiking itinerary with easier, moderately strenuous, and strenuous hiking options for each day.
10 Hikes in New Mexico Kids Love! (And Adults Love, too!)
Hiking as a family can be a most rewarding experience – not only do you get to get the kids out of the house, but you’re making memories that last a lifetime. The following are some of the favorites of…
Spectacular Views near Siyeh Pass!
Despite beginning only 2.25 miles below the famous Logan Pass, the Siyeh (pronounced Sigh-ee) Pass Trail is nowhere near as crowded as the nearby Highline Trail or Hidden Lake Trail. That’s not to say you won’t meet people (this is…