The 13 Best Great Basin National Park Hikes

The 13 Best Great Basin National Park Hikes | Hiking in Great Basin National Park might fly under the radar compared to other more famous national parks, but that means you can find solitude and escape the crowds while exploring the ruggedly beautiful landscape. Hiking Great Basin National Park provides a variety of options to challenge yourself to summit a peak or simply go for a stroll among ancient trees. This park is a hidden gem, and hiking is one of the best ways to explore it! | shedreamsofalpine.com

How to Get The Wave Permit - Understanding The Wave Lottery Process

How to Get The Wave Permit - Understanding The Wave Lottery Process | The Wave is an iconic desert hiking destination that will blow your mind - if you can get a permit! This undulating sandstone formation is simply stunning, but getting The Wave permit is not a simple task. It took me several years to win The Wave permit lottery, and this guide to getting The Wave permits can help you make your Wave dreams come true, too! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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The Ultimate Guide to Hiking The Wave Arizona (Plus Getting The Wave Permits)

The Ultimate Guide to Hiking The Wave Arizona (& Getting The Wave Permits) | The Wave is a unique and stunning desert sandstone landscape, but getting permits for hiking The Wave Arizona is super competitive. In this blog post, I’ll guide you through the process and how persistence pays off in order to hike The Wave! | shedreamsofalpine.com

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The 22 Best Colorado Springs Hiking Trails (For All Levels)

The 22 Best Colorado Springs Hiking Trails (For All Levels) | From the iconic red rocks of Garden of the Gods to the thousands of steps on the Manitou Incline, Colorado Springs hiking has something to offer for everyone. In this post, I’ll share my favorite Colorado Springs trails, from easy waterfall hikes to serious mountain summits. | shedreamsofalpine.com

The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Isle Royale (in Lake Superior)

The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Isle Royale (in Lake Superior) | Isle Royale National Park is the least visited national park in America, but is the most revisited. Backpacking Isle Royale is an incredible experience, but it is logistically tricky to get to Isle Royale This trail guides breaks down all the details to make it easy to plan your own Isle Royale adventure. | shedreamsofalpine.com

The Ultimate Guide to Hiking Minaret Lake (in the Stunning Sierra Nevadas)

Gorgeous Alpine Lake in the Stunning Sierra Nevadas - The Ultimate Guide to Hiking Minaret Lake | The Minaret Lake hike is an awesome way to get a taste of the stunning Sierra Nevadas on a short backpacking trip that’s perfect for beginners. Taking at least two days gives you time to explore this gorgeous area filled with epic alpine lakes and a backdrop of gorgeous jagged mountain peaks. | shedreamsofalpine.com

Hiking Related, Backpacking, US Travel, Thru Hike, East CoastAllison BoyleApril 30, 2025Hiking, BackpackingComment

Ultimate Guide to Backpacking the Big Pine Creek North Fork Trail

Ultimate Guide to Backpacking the Big Pine Creek North Fork Trail | The Big Pine Creek North Fork Trail is such an awesome trail to explore the Sierra Nevadas and build your skills as a backpacker. It features epic views of aquamarine alpine lakes and stunning mountain peaks, yet it’s totally doable for beginner backpackers. If you’re intrigued, this post covers everything you need to know about backpacking the Big Pine Creek North Fork Trail!| shedreamsofalpine.com

Ediza Lake & Iceberg Lake Trail Guide (A Sierra Nevada Alpine Adventure)

Ediza Lake & Iceberg Lake Trail Guide (A Sierra Nevada Alpine Adventure) | The Ediza Lake hike makes for an epic adventure day, especially if you add on just a bit more mileage to check out Iceberg Lake, too. You can also make this into a lovely backpacking trip and spend some time under the stars in the Sierras. | shedreamsofalpine.com

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The Top 11 Eastern Sierra Hikes to Add to Your Bucket List

The Top 11 Eastern Sierra Hikes to Add to Your Bucket List | Full of stunning mountain vistas, gorgeous granite formations, beautiful alpine lakes, and wonderful waterfalls, nothing compares to the Eastern Sierra. From short day hikes with alpine lakes to iconic hikes in Yosemite to the highest mountain in the lower 48, this list sums up the Eastern Sierra in my top 11 hikes. | shedreamsofalpine.com

27 Best Hikes in Yosemite National Park (2025) to Put on Your Hiking Bucket List

27 of the Absolute Best Hikes in Yosemite National Park to Put on Your Hiking Bucket List | Yosemite National Park is one of the most beautiful national parks in the entire United States, and one of the best ways to explore the park is via one the many amazing hiking trails. In this post, I’ve detailed 27 of Yosemite’s top hiking trails, ranging from difficult to easy, that give you epic views of Yosemite’s grand backcountry and some of Yosemite’s most famous landmarks. You’ll only fall more in love with Yosemite after going on one of these hikes! | shedreamsofalpine.com

30 Spectacular Mammoth Hikes (in the Eastern Sierras)

30 Spectacular Mammoth Hikes (in the Eastern Sierras) | With jaw-dropping mountain vistas, breathtaking alpine lakes, gorgeous waterfalls, and incredible views around every trail bend, the Sierra Nevada is such a special place to hike. You can experience the eastern Sierra magic on these 30 incredible Mammoth hikes, from short day hikes to epic backpacking trails. | shedreamsofalpine.com

101 Best Things to Do in Mammoth Lakes in Summer

101 Best Things to Do in Mammoth Lakes, California in the Summer | Mammoth Lakes is one of the coolest mountain towns in California, and there’s quite literally something for everyone here. So, whether this is your first time visiting Mammoth Lakes, or you’re a regular weekend warrior looking for new ideas and activities, I hope you enjoy this list of 101 best things to do in Mammoth Lakes in summer. | shedreamsofalpine.com