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With beautiful weather on tap for Glacier National Park, and the Going-to-the-Sun Road now open up to Rising Sun, Otokomi Lake makes for a great hiking destination this week.

The Annapurna Circuit has mind-blowing and boasts a wild spectrum of cultures, alpine pastures, forests, waterfalls, hot springs, glaciers, Tibetan settlements, and the mammoth Annapurna Massif.

The Annapurna Circuit has mind-blowing and boasts a wild spectrum of cultures, alpine pastures, forests, waterfalls, hot springs, glaciers, Tibetan settlements, and the mammoth Annapurna Massif.

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

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.

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.

The area should be amazing...

Restoration of Jenny Lake Trails in Grand Teton National Park continues in 2015.

Beautiful Towering Peaks of Backpacking Routes Here are some stunning mountain peaks that are popular backpacking destinations: Asia Mount Everest, Nepal/Tibet: The highest mountain in the world, offering breathtaking views and challenging treks. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania: Africa's highest peak, with a variety of routes and stunning ecosystems. Annapurna Circuit, Nepal: A challenging trek that rewards hikers with panoramic views of the Annapurna range. Mount Fuji, Japan: A sacred mountain with a well-marked trail and stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Europe Mont Blanc, France/Italy/Switzerland: The highest mountain in the Alps, offering challenging climbs and stunning scenery. Matterhorn, Switzerland: A iconic peak with a distinctive pyramidal shape, popular for climbing and hiking. Eiger, Switzerland: A challenging peak known for its north face, a popular destination for experienced climbers. Ben Nevis, Scotland: The highest mountain in the British Isles, offering a variety of routes and stunning views. North America Denali, Alaska: The highest mountain in North America, with a challenging climb and stunning wilderness. Mount Whitney, California: The highest mountain in the contiguous United States, offering a variety of routes and stunning views. Mount Rainier, Washington: A volcano with a glacier-covered summit, offering challenging climbs and stunning scenery. Teton Range, Wyoming: A range of dramatic peaks, offering a variety of hiking and climbing routes. South America Aconcagua, Argentina: The highest mountain in the Western Hemisphere, offering a challenging climb and stunning views. Huascarán, Peru: The highest mountain in Peru, with a variety of routes and stunning scenery. Cerro Torre, Argentina/Chile: A challenging peak known for its steep walls and technical climbs. Chimborazo, Ecuador: The highest mountain measured from the Earth's center, offering a challenging climb and stunning views. These are just a few examples of the many beautiful to