Radiant Wanderings

If hiking the Grand Canyon from rim to rim is on your bucket list, you are in good company. Of the millions of visitors to the park only the most committed few will embark upon this journey into the canyon below. So, how can one properly pack for a successful journey?

Of the five million + annual visitors to the Grand Canyon less than 1% of them will dare to embark on this journey to explore the depths of the canyon below. Of those who try, approximately 250 will need to be rescued each year. So, is a one day rim to rim hike a good idea and if so, how can one properly train for a successful journey?

If you are looking for a great day hike in Glacier National Park, look no further than Avalanche Lake Trail. The Avalanche Trail location in West Glacier, paired with low elevation gain and a nice blend of scenery make this one of the most popular trails in Glacier National Park. This hike begins on the Trail of the Cedars and is 6.7 miles roundtrip (this can be shortened a bit if desired) with a mild elevation gain of 757 feet.

The drive to Bowman Lake Campground rewards it’s travelers with gorgeous river views that open wide to mountain panoramas. A journey back in time with dirt roads, log cabins dotting acres of fields, and a mercantile that dates back to 1914.

If mountain vistas, lake views, hot pots, geysers, wildlife sightings, and wide open spaces sound like a great escape from the daily grind, a visit to Yellowstone National Park and Montana should be at the top of your bucket list.

If you are looking for a family friendly hike in Glacier National Park, look no further than Virginia Falls. This hike will surprise and delight around every corner.