Ypsilon in the Mummies - 0 views
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Jeff D on 25 Sep 09From the shore you'll have outstanding views of Ypsilon Mountain, including the snow-filled Y-looking couloirs, from which the mountain derives its name.
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Hike to Bluebird Lake in the Rocky Mountains Wild Basin area - 0 views
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The trail to Bluebird Lake begins out of the fairly remote Wild Basin area in the southeastern corner of Rocky Mountain National Park. You'll see several waterfalls, wildflowers, as well as the awesome devastation left behind by the 1978 Ouzel Fire before reaching the incredibly beautiful alpine lake situated at more than 11,000 feet.
The Key Hole on Longs Peak in the Colorado Rockies - 0 views
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"Are we out of this godforsaken Boulder Field yet?" The famous trek to the Key Hole on Longs Peak requires a difficult slog through the Boulder Field, a rugged section of "trail", roughly 2/3 of a mile in length and climbs about 800 feet. The incredible views on the other side makes it all worth it, as you can see by the pictures.
Hiking the Old Ute Trail in the Rocky Mountains - 0 views
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Located on Trail Ridge Road at more than 11,500 feet above sea level in Rocky Mountain National Park, the Old Ute Trail is an excellent hike that allows you to enjoy high alpine and tundra scenery without having to do a lot of climbing.
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.
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The area should be amazing...
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.
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.
Mountain Laurel Heaven: Hike to Spence Field in the Smokies - 0 views
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As we approach the late spring season, I just wanted to remind hikers not to pass up the excellent opportunity to see the incredible displays of mountain laurel at Spence Field, located on the Appalachian Trail near Thunderhead Mountain.
Bear warnings/closings on the rise in the Smokies - 0 views
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If you haven't noticed, the number of bear warnings and campsite closings in the Smoky Mountains continues to increase. Since early spring, a new warning or closing has popped-up almost every week. In fact, two new warnings have been added just this week. Expect to see more bears this year according to bear expert.
GPS system 'close to breakdown' - 0 views
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Here's something to consider for all you outdoor enthusiasts who use GPS to find your way through the wilderness: the network of satellites that your Garmin or Bushnell uses to pinpoint your exact location could begin to fail as early as next year!
Video: Tyler Bradt's record 186-foot Kayak Drop - 0 views
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Check-out the insane video footage of kayaker Tyler Bradt paddling over the 186-foot Palouse Falls in Washington State. The April 21st run over Palouse Falls smashes the previous world record of 127 feet.
Further clarification of bear spray laws in natonal parks - 0 views
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Bear spray is illegal in national parks, however, individual parks can override this law using an instrument called a 'Superintendent's Compendium.' This explains why bear spray is allowed in national parks out west, but remains illegal in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Is bear spray illegal in national parks? - 0 views
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According to Chris Hibbard, the answer to that question is an emphatic yes. Chris recently learned of this law from one of the Supervisory Wildlife Biologists with Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The law reads as follows...
The Synchronous Fireflies of the Great Smoky Mountains - 0 views
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Each June in the Elkmont area of the Great Smoky Mountains, a natural phenomenon occurs that continues to baffle scientists. During a two week window in late spring, thousands of lightning bugs flash in complete unison. Other than the Smokies, the only other place this occurs is in southeast Asia.
Could be crowded in the campgrounds this year - 0 views
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A recent CNN article stated that camping seems to be grabbing a new foothold in the travel industry. In fact, they say, sleeping outside in a tent has even become chic.
Park History: Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 0 views
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Excellent overview of the Great Smoky Mountains including an historical perspective of the development of the park and what the Smokies has to offer to the modern day visitor.
Surviving Mount Sunflower - 0 views
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Suffering from extreme exhaustion, hypoxia and Acute Mountain Sickness, the team finally arrives at the 4039-foot summit.
New Smokies hiking book just released - 0 views
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A brand new book regarding hiking in the Smoky Mountains was released by Amazon this past week. The book was written by William Hart and is called: 3000 Miles in the Great Smokies.
Smokey Bear turns 65 today! - 0 views
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Happy Birthday to Smokey Bear, the mascot of the U. S. Forest Service created to educate the public on the dangers of forest fires. Smokey Bear's famous message "Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires" was created in 1944 by the Ad Council. It's the longest running PSA campaign in U.S. history.
The 7 Most Awesome Hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains - 0 views
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If you haven't yet hiked these seven trails in the Smokies, they must be on your to-do list for your next visit - or your just not getting the full Smoky Mountains experience.
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