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Guide to Thru-Hiking the Wonderland Trail

The Wonderland Trail is a 93-mile circumnavigation of Mount Rainier in Washington. It is typically completed in 7-12 days.

backpacking, guideLily TangJanuary 30, 2024multi-night, Washington, difficult Comments

Yosemite Valley Backpacking to Cloud's Rest and Quarter Domes

This strenuous hike out of Happy Isles takes you to an off-trail camp spot with a view that rivals that of Cloud’s Rest.

backpacking, trip reportLily TangAugust 31, 2023overnight, California, Yosemite, difficult Comments

Snow in July: Backpacking Panorama Ridge and Garibaldi Lake

Panorama Ridge is an iconic 20 mi/32 km hike in Garibaldi Provincial Park that offers 360-degree views of Garibaldi Lake, Black Tusk, Helm Creek, and the surrounding mountains.

backpacking, trip reportLily TangMay 16, 2023overnight, difficult, British Columbia Comments

Backpacking at Wedgemount Lake in Garibaldi Provincial Park, BC

The trail to Wedgemount Lake in Garibaldi Provincial Park is steep: 1100 meters in just 7 kilometers, with lots of scrambling over tree roots and boulders, but the reward at the top is a glaciated paradise.

backpacking, trip reportLily TangApril 28, 2023overnight, difficult, British Columbia Comment

Guide to Backpacking the Kalalau Trail: Permits, Packing, and Other Tips

In this guide, I will cover important information on planning for your trip such as permits, what to pack, checking trail conditions, and more.

backpacking, guideLily TangFebruary 26, 2023multi-night, difficult Comments

Kalalau Trail: Backpacking the Nāpali Coast of Kauai

Beachfront camping at Kalalau Beach and the stunning ridges of the Nāpali Coast are highlights of the 11 mile-long Kalalau Trail in Kauai.

backpacking, trip reportLily TangFebruary 25, 2023difficult, multi-night Comments

Solitude on Yosemite’s Pohono Trail

The Pohono Trail is a 13-mile trail located on Yosemite Valley’s south rim that connects Tunnel View and Glacier Point.

backpacking, trip reportLily TangJune 9, 2022Yosemite, overnight, difficult, California Comments

A Strenuous Yosemite Trio: Four Mile Trail + Panorama Trail + Half Dome

This route combines the best of Yosemite: Glacier Point, Half Dome, Nevada Falls, and the Mist Trail, in 2 days of backpacking.

backpacking, trip reportLily TangAugust 18, 2021Yosemite, California, overnight, difficult Comments

Stuart Fork to Emerald and Sapphire Lakes

A long 13 mile hike up the Stuart Fork valley ends at 2 alpine gems, Emerald Lake and Sapphire Lake.

backpacking, trip reportLily TangFebruary 17, 2021Trinity Alps Wilderness, California, overnight, difficult Comments

Backpacking Half Dome in the Off-Season, Yosemite National Park

With stunning waterfalls, technical climbing, and panoramic views, backpacking to the top of Half Dome when the cables are down is the ultimate adventure.