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Complete Guide to Hiking Mount Katahdin Knife Edge Trail
Looking for one of the best hikes in the Northeast? Look no further. The Mount Katahdin Knife Edge trail is a bucket list hike you’ll tell stories about for years and years to come. Over the course of 8 strenuous miles and 4,000 feet of elevation gain, you’ll
How Long Does it Take to Hike Old Rag Mountain?
Shenandoah National Park offers some of the best hikes on the east coast. One of the greatest attractions at Shenandoah National Park is the famous Old Rag Mountain hike. If you’re visiting Shenandoah, hiking Old Rag is a must. If you’re like many first time hikers, you’re probably
Complete Guide to Hiking Half Dome 2020 – Yosemite National Park
In this blog you’ll find all the information to conquer the best hike in the US, Half Dome. There’s a list of things to prepare for Hiking Half Dome. From Half Dome permits to the best time of year to go, we’ll cover it all.
Where to Stay in Yosemite National Park
If you’re thinking about coming to Yosemite one of the first things you’ll wonder is where to stay in Yosemite National Park. We’ve got all the information to help you out. First, you’ll have two questions to answer. Are you looking to stay in a hotel or camp?
How to Train for Difficult Hikes
Are you planning a hiking trip but aren’t sure if you’re fit enough to make it? Long hikes with steep elevation gain can be hard for even the fittest of hikers. Your hamstrings burn, calves get tight, and your heartbeat races. Training with a hiking workout plan is
New York Bans Plastic Bags
On March 1, 2020, New York passed the Bag Waste Reduction Law that bans plastic bags in New York. The New York plastic bag ban will be just the second state to outlaw plastic bags along with California who banned the use of plastic bags in 2016. The
Tenaya Lake to Clouds Rest Hike
Were you one of the many who weren’t awarded a Half Dome permit? Or are you just looking for a similar full-day hike? Look no further because the Clouds Rest hike is described by many as the best hike in Yosemite National Park. Yes, even better than hiking
Photograph Waterfalls Like a Pro
Big thanks to our friend Joey Priola for the in-depth write up on his personal approach to photographing stunning waterfall landscapes. Be sure to follow Joey on Instagram (@PriolaPhotography) and check out his website to see his incredible photos from all over the world! Enjoy! The sound and
Adirondacks Local Hiker Spotlight – Episode 2
This week we had the pleasure of interviewing our friend Steff. Steff is an avid hiker and skilled photographer who captures incredible shots in the Adirondacks. Steff gives some valuable insight about getting started with photography and some of her favorite spots in the Adirondacks to shoot. Big
Adirondacks Local Hiker Spotlight – Episode 1
Perfect Hike is proud to present our newest series, the Local Hikers Spotlight. In this series, we’ll be showcasing some of the Adirondacks finest and giving them a platform to tell their story. To kick off this series we have a three-time 46er and possibly the only 46er
Are the Adirondacks Becoming Too Popular?
To escape our hectic, over-scheduled lives, some of us go to the beach, and the rest of us run to the mountains, The Adirondack mountains! The popularity of the Adirondacks has soared over the years; tourism has increased by 24% to 12.4 million annual visitors. Cascade mountain welcomes