HIKES & TRAILS

Mount Pico volcano rising above the Atlantic Ocean in the Azores at sunset

Mount Pico Hiking Guide: Climbing Portugal’s Highest Peak

Gunnar Martin September 4, 2026

Mount Pico rises 2,351m as Portugal’s highest peak. Guide covers 6-8 hour summit route, volcanic…

Lagoa do Fogo crater lake with blue water and green volcanic slopes in São Miguel, Azores

Lagoa do Fogo: Complete Guide to São Miguel’s Stunning Crater Lake

Gunnar Martin September 2, 2026

Lagoa do Fogo sits at 575m elevation in a 1,291-hectare reserve. Covers hiking trails, beach…

Dramatic coastal cliffs and lighthouse in Nordeste, Azores at golden hour

Nordeste, Azores: Waterfalls, Viewpoints & Things to Do in São Miguel’s East

Gunnar Martin August 31, 2026

Top Attractions and Things to Do in Nordeste Where to Eat in Nordeste Where to…

Aerial view of Sete Cidades twin lakes in volcanic crater, São Miguel, Azores

Sete Cidades, Azores: Twin Blue-Green Crater Lakes & Hikes

Gunnar Martin August 17, 2026

Sete Cidades is a 5km-wide volcanic caldera on São Miguel with twin lakes formed 22,000…

Aerial view of Sete Cidades twin lakes in Azores Portugal

The Ultimate Azores Travel Guide: 9 Islands, Endless Adventure

Gunnar Martin August 10, 2026

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Ganoga Falls waterfall surrounded by forest at Ricketts Glen State Park Pennsylvania

Ricketts Glen State Park: Waterfalls, Hiking & the Falls Trail

Gunnar Martin August 5, 2026

Ricketts Glen State Park features 22 waterfalls along a 7.2-mile trail through 13,050 acres. Covers…

Historic Victorian buildings along Broadway Street in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania with autumn mountain backdrop

Jim Thorpe, PA Attractions: Scenic Trains & Mansions

Gunnar Martin July 31, 2026

How We Researched Jim Thorpe This guide draws from Pennsylvania tourism boards, local government sources,…

Allegheny National Forest Pennsylvania wilderness landscape with rolling forested hills and morning mist

Allegheny National Forest: Camping, Hiking Trails & the Allegheny Reservoir

Gunnar Martin July 29, 2026

Research Behind This Guide We compiled this forest guide using Pennsylvania’s official recreation data, Forest…

Wissahickon Creek flowing through forested valley with historic stone bridge in Philadelphia Pennsylvania

Wissahickon Valley Park: Forbidden Drive & Trail Guide

Gunnar Martin July 24, 2026

No cars have rolled down this gravel path since 1920, when the city banned vehicles…

Ohiopyle Falls surrounded by autumn foliage in Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands

Ohiopyle State Park: Waterfalls, Whitewater Rafting & Hiking

Gunnar Martin July 22, 2026

Ohiopyle State Park covers 20,500 acres with Cucumber Falls, 79 miles of trails, and Lower…

Delaware Water Gap where the Delaware River cuts through the Appalachian Mountains on the PA-NJ border

Hiking the Delaware Water Gap: Waterfalls & Trails

Gunnar Martin July 17, 2026

They call it the “Niagara of Pennsylvania,” which sounds like marketing hype until you see…

What to Pack for Jotunheimen National Park Hiking

Gunnar Martin July 14, 2026

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What to Pack for Tobermory Hiking, Shipwrecks, and Nature

Gunnar Martin July 12, 2026

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Best Gear for Waterfalls In Hamilton: Albion Falls, Tews Falls, And The Best Hikes

Best Gear for Hamilton Waterfalls: Albion Falls, Tews Falls & Webster Falls Hikes

Gunnar Martin July 9, 2026

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What to Pack for Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls and Hikes

Gunnar Martin July 4, 2026

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What to Pack for Crater Lake National Park: Rim Drive, Hikes & Viewpoints

Gunnar Martin July 2, 2026

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What to Pack for Hiking in Lofoten: Reinebringen, Best Trails & Coastal Villages

Gunnar Martin June 30, 2026

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Best Gear for Hiking in Norway: Best Trails, Waterfalls & National Parks

Gunnar Martin June 28, 2026

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