Trip Reports
Get inspired by real stories from the trail. Our Trip Reports offer firsthand accounts from adventurers who’ve hiked, biked, and explored some of the world’s most breathtaking destinations.

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Cycle Jasper to Banff
We brought one of our contributors, Zac Heiliger (@zac_heiliger), up to Canada to cycle one of the most beautiful mountain roads on earth: from Jasper to Banff via Lake Louise.
Zac Heiliger
May 9, 2022

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What I Lost Hiking the Appalachian Trail
For many potential thru-hikers of the Appalachian Trail, weight loss is a huge factor when planning their hike.
Charles Dement
Dec 25, 2020

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The Pacific Crest Trail with David Xiao
Walking through the desert, tired and fed-up, David Xiao hiked through the scorching Californian sun without water for {units unit="mi" value="20"}, which meant his pack was full of water.
Amber M.
Jan 29, 2019

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Natascha Birnböck on Canada’s Great Divide Trail
Waist-deep in snow, Natascha Birnböck and her boyfriend Christian waded through what nature had dumped upon them overnight.
Amber M.
Jan 22, 2019