Milky Way Above String Lake
The summer of 2022 was quite a memorable one. In hiking over 700 miles, primarily in Grand Teton National Park, I spent the summer fulfilling a dream that still has yet to be realized.… Keep reading...
Too Many Bears in the South Fork of Cascade Canyon
The South Fork of Cascade Canyon has an eery enigmatic nature to it. It’s not as wide as its northern counterpart, leaving it more shaded. It’s also less visited, despite being along the incredibly adventurous Teton Crest Trail. Despite some of the most impressive mountain scenery in the Teton Mountains and Grand Teton National Park, it still doesn’t receive much attention, adding to its cryptic nature.… Keep reading...
Sunrise at Inspiration Point
Inspiration Point is easily the most hiked trail in Grand Teton National Park. Every year, millions of people stand on this sturdy outcropping of rock overlooking the sparkling waters of Jenny Lake. Every year, crowds of people clog the trail, clamoring for the ideal spot to take their photos that will define the memory of their hike.… Keep reading...
Hiking Jenny Lake Before Dawn
Jenny Lake is one of the most visited areas of Grand Teton National Park, if not the most visited. And for good reason. Easy and moderate trails provide access to some of the most stunning views in the park, so it’s no wonder that the area is frequented by locals and visitors alike.… Keep reading...
Rediscovering a Love for Backpacking
It had been years since I last enjoyed the wilderness from within a tent, especially a mountain wilderness. After undergoing major life changes, I was ready to get the backpack on once again, and sleep among the local wildlife. With snow still thick in the higher elevations, my first choice was the Lower Paintbrush Camping Zone in the Teton Mountains of Grand Teton National Park, also known as, my home.… Keep reading...
Hiking the Murphy Loop in Canyonlands National Park
Canyonlands National Park is one the least visited of Utah’s five national parks. The area that people tend to visit, when they do, is the Island in the Sky District. This was certainly true for myself as well. And yet, despite several visits to the area, I had never hiked below the rim.… Keep reading...