Hiking & Trekking

Hiking trips I’ve gone on plus useful information, how to get to the trail and photo essays.

Margib, Yagnob, Yaghnob, Yagnob Valley, Tajikistan, Sughd, Central Asia
Asia, Central Asia, Hiking & Trekking, Hiking in Tajikistan, Sughd, Tajikistan, Travel Guide

Yagnob Valley Trekking & Travel Guide

Yagnob Valley Trekking & Travel Guide Updated November 2023, The Yagnob Valley Trekking & Travel Guide was originally written in October 2019 Over 2,500 years of living history, wild and twisting peaks, ancient language and traditions, and friendly inhabitants, the Yagnob Valley is wild, remote, and warm-hearted Tajikistan. In this guide you’ll learn most information you’ll need to […]

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10 day Alaska itinerary, Girdwood, Virgin Creek, Virgin Creek Falls, Virgin creek waterfall, Alaska, Free things to do in Anchorage
Alaska, Hiking & Trekking, North America

Visiting Virgin Creek Falls In Girdwood, Alaska

Visiting Virgin Creek Falls in Girdwood, Alaska Updated November 2023, Visiting Virgin Creek Falls in Girdwood, Alaska was originally written in March 2020 Virgin Creek Falls is located in Girdwood, Alaska and is a quick easy hike. The short walk will take you through temperate rainforest reminiscent of southeast Alaska, meandering between lush trees covered in velvety

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Lake Alovaddin, Lake Alauddin, Fann Mountains, Tajikistan, Central Asia, Sughd, Pamir Altai,
Asia, Central Asia, Fann Mountains, Hiking & Trekking, Hiking in Tajikistan, Sughd, Tajikistan, Travel Guide

Hike The Lakes Loop in Tajikistan’s Fann Mountains

Hike The Lakes Loop In Tajikistan’s Fann Mountains Updated November 2023, Hike The Lakes Loop In Tajikistan’s Fann Mountains was originally written in June 2018 Trekking to Kulikalon and Lake Alovaddin in Tajikistan’s Fann Mountains are one of the easiest to reach and most beautiful hikes in the country. The trek can be done as a loop or

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Williwaw Lakes, Anchorage, Alaska, Chugach, Chugach State Park
Alaska, Hiking & Trekking, North America, Travel Advice, Travel Guide

Free Things To Do In Anchorage

Free Things to do in Anchorage Updated November 2023, Free Things to do in Anchorage was originally written in 2015 I’ve lived in, around, or near Anchorage my entire life. Although I grew up not thinking it was too exciting of a place, after years of international travel I’ve come to realize how unique a city Anchorage

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Denali and Alask Range views, K'esugi Ridge Hike, Denali State Park, Alaska
Alaska, Hiking & Trekking, North America

K’esugi Ridge Hike in Denali State Park, Alaska

K’esugi Ridge Hike in Denali State Park, Alaska Updated November 2023, K’esugi Ridge Hike in Denali State Park, Alaska was originally published in May 2022 If you’re looking for an epic multi-day hike that offers stunning views of North America’s tallest peak then a trek along K’esugi Ridge (also called Curry Ridge) is going to

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Alaska Travel Guide, Alaska, hostels Anchorage
Alaska, Hiking & Trekking, National & state Parks, North America

Eagle & Symphony Lakes Hike, Alaska

The Eagle & Symphony Lakes Hike Near Eagle River, Alaska Updated May 2024, The Eagle & Symphony Lakes Hike Near Eagle River, Alaska was originally published in August 2015 Two gorgeous lakes of different colors sit nestled, side by side in the mountains of Chugach State Park, just a short drive over from Eagle River, Alaska.

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Dukdon Pass, Fann Mountains, Sughd, Tajikistan, Central Asia
Asia, Central Asia, Fann Mountains, Hiking & Trekking, Hiking in Tajikistan, Sughd, Tajikistan, Travel Guide

Crossing Dukdon Pass In Tajikistan’s Fann Mountains

Crossing Dukdon Pass In Tajikistan’s Fann Mountains Updated September 2023, Crossing Dukdon Pass In Tajikistan’s Fann Mountains was originally published in July 2020 Tajikistan’s Dukdon Pass is a perfect addition to several routings through the Fann Mountains, melding stark yet beautiful sceneries, and Tajik mountain culture. I’ve crossed Dukdon Pass several times at this point ,

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Aral Yuj Hike, South Aral Peak Hike, Karakul, Tajikistan
Asia, Central Asia, Gorno Badakhshan, Hiking & Trekking, Hiking in Tajikistan, Tajikistan

South Aral Peak Hike, Tajikistan

South Aral Peak Hike, Tajikistan Updated September 2023, South Aral Peak Hike, Tajikistan was originally published in April 2022 Looking to get out from Karakul and do a quick day hike on your Tajikistan Pamir Highway adventure? The hike up South Aral Peak, more commonly called Aral Yuj (short for Yujzhni), will make for a nice day

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Tripeak Trail, Dilijan, Dilijan National Park, Tavush, Armenia, Caucasus
Armenia, Asia, Caucasus, Europe, Hiking & Trekking

Hiking the Tripeak Trail in Dilijan National Park, Armenia

Hiking the Tripeak Trail in Dilijan National Park, Armenia Hiking the Tripeak Trail in Dilijan National Park, Armenia was originally published in August 2023 Looking for a half-day hike with epic aerial views in Dilijan National Park? That’s how I landed on the Tripeak Hike, on my recent trip to Dilijan. I should have known

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