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Alpine lake surrounded by rocky mountains with patches of snow and evergreen trees in foreground.
Medya Mansyone
Clever Hiker: Amethyst Basin Backpacking Guide – High Uintas
Amethyst Basin is moderately challenging and this hike takes you up to a high alpine lake with gorgeous campsites.
Dave Collins
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November 20, 2025
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Person sits near an orange tent camping by an alpine lake with mountains and pine trees in the background.
Medya Mansyone
Clever Hiker: Red Castle Lakes Backpacking Guide – High Uintas
Make sure to read this guide to plan your Red Castle Lakes backpacking trip.
Dave Collins
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November 18, 2025
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Hiker with backpack overlooking a vast green valley surrounded by rocky desert mountains under a clear blue sky.
Medya Mansyone
Clever Hiker: Zion Traverse Backpacking Guide
A guide to backpacking Zion Traverse in Zion National Park.
Dave Collins
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November 20, 2024
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Hiker walking on rocky trail beside a river with forested mountains under a cloudy sky.
Medya Mansyone
Clever Hiker: Rogue River Trail Backpacking Guide
A review of facts, highlights, lowlights, and tips for hiking the Rogue River.
Dave Collins
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September 26, 2024
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Three hikers walking through a meadow with wildflowers and tall trees below snow-capped mountains.
Medya Mansyone
Clever Hiker: Timberline Trail Backpacking Guide
The highlight, lowlights, and tips for hiking the Timberland Trail.
Dave Collins
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September 23, 2024
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