
Franconia Ridge Trail Loop - a challenging all day hike in the White Mountains of New Hampshire
After almost three hours of ascending up the Falling Waters Trail – stepping onto and over the trail’s boulders, tip-toeing across the...

A grueling climb to the top of the Maderas Volcano on Isla de Ometepe
I love to hike – especially a challenging one. When the opportunity arose to hike to the top of a volcano, I jumped at the chance. It...

Trekking in El Chalten, Argentina (Patagonia) - the trek to Laguna Torre
The wind had been blowing pretty strong the entire hike – more so than the previous days in El Chalten. As the trail connected with the...

Trekking in El Chalten, Argentina (Patagonia) - the trek to Laguna de los Tres
The trek, from El Chalten to Laguna de los Tres, really consists of two hikes in my opinion. The first is a three-hour-plus hike to the...

Machu Picchu Montana - a challenging climb at 10,000 feet
I was totally exhausted at this point. I could feel the strain on my quads and calves with each step. My lungs clamored for more oxygen...