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Jeff D

15 Loop Hikes in the Smoky Mountains - 0 views

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    A list of the top loop hike options I developed of varying length, and in different areas of the Great Smoky Mountains. In addition to seeing more terrain, you also have the opportunity to see more of the features the Smokies has to offer, such as wildflo
Jeff D

Flame Azaleas on Gregory Bald in Smokies near peak bloom - 0 views

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    Tom Harrington, a volunteer for the Great Smoky Mountains, made the trek up to Gregory Bald yesterday to observe the status of the world famous Flame Azalea blooms at the summit.
Jeff D

Ypsilon in the Mummies - 0 views

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    From the shore you'll have outstanding views of Ypsilon Mountain, including the snow-filled Y-looking couloirs, from which the mountain derives its name.
Jeff D

Hiking to The Loch & Sky Pond in Rocky Mountain Nat'l Park - 0 views

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    Sky Pond, at an elevation 10,905 feet, sits at the bottom of an amphitheatre of sheer cliff walls that box in the lake on three sides. This an incredibly beautiful setting. One person we met said that the Cathedral Spires that ring the western shore of the lake reminded them of Switzerland.
Jeff D

Lake Helene & Odessa Lake hike in the Rockies - 0 views

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    Our hike to Odessa Lake began from the Bear Lake Trailhead in Glacier Gorge, one of most beautiful areas in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Jeff D

Rocky Mountain National Park: Hike Report and Photo Series - 0 views

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    Over the next week or so I will be posting hike reports from my recent trip to Rocky Mountain National Park. Each report will include highlights and photographs from each hike, including the Keyhole Route on Longs Peak, Sky Pond, and the Wild Basin area, among other stunningly beautiful hikes. This posting launches the series with an overview of the park.
Jeff D

Training for a long hike - 0 views

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    There's nothing worse than getting half-way through a hike and feeling like you've already gone 10 rounds with Mike Tyson.
Jeff D

Four must-do Hikes near Santa Fe, New Mexico - 0 views

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    Next time you're anywhere near Santa Fe or Taos, New Mexico, make sure you check out these 4 must-do hikes.
Jeff D

Hiking the Red River Gorge in Kentucky - 0 views

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    The Red River Gorge is a unique and scenic natural area within the Daniel Boone National Forest. It's known for its abundant natural stone arches, unusual rock formations, and spectacular sandstone cliffs. In fact, Red River Gorge has over 100 natural arches, making it the greatest concentration of arches east of the Rocky Mountains.
Jeff D

Mount Mitchell State Park hiking information - 0 views

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    In the heart of the Black Mountains of western North Carolina stands Mount Mitchell, the highest point east of the Mississippi River. Named for the dark spruces and firs that cover the slopes of the higher elevations, the Black Mountains contain more than 20 peaks that rise above 6000 feet. Outstanding hiking opportunities abound in this park.
Jeff D

Hiking the Grand Canyon: Rim to Rim - 0 views

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    For many hikers, a "bucket list" or "life list" just wouldn't be complete unless it included a rim to rim hike across the Grand Canyon. I was fortunate enough to do just that over the Memorial Day weekend in 1996 with three fellow hikers.
Jeff D

Grizzly Encounter on Yellowstone's Avalanche Peak - 0 views

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    One of our prime hiking destinations for the week was a climb up 10,566-foot Avalanche Peak, located about eight miles from the park's east entrance. We put this hike at the top of our itinerary because it's one of the higher peaks in Yellowstone, and it didn't require any technical skills to reach the summit.\n
Jeff D

Hike the longest stretch of grassy balds in the Appalachian Mountains - 0 views

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    Grassy Ridge on Roan Mountain is the longest stretch of grassy bald in the Appalachian Mountains, and is an easy hiking destination starting out of Carvers Gap.
Jeff D

Hiking the Gilpin Lake Loop in Mt. Zirkel Wilderness Area - 0 views

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    At the top of pass you'll have your first views of Gilpin Lake. The view of the deep blue, alpine lake is stunning and dramatic - one of the best in the Rockies.
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    I had seen the photos Gilpin Lake such a great.
Jeff D

Glacier National Park: Fire and Rain - 1 views

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    At one point the fire got so big that they parked a train - loaded with foam - just outside of town. This was to be our protection in case the wind changed direction. Later on we made the hike to spend the night at the historic Sperry Chalet.\n
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    really interesting
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Vietnam family holidays 14 days at 8 cities - Mekong Trails - 0 views

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    These Vietnam family holidays goes thru most of highlighted cities of Vietnam from the bustling cities to rural villages, from the glistening beaches to soaring mountains full of beauties just waiting for your discovery.
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Sicily Holiday | Luxury Holidays in Sicily - 0 views

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