backpackingloop – The Park Pilgrim

Rae Lakes Loop Via Kearsarge Pass

July 10, 2024March 16, 2025

Ever since I first encountered the Sierra Nevada Mountains during my National Park trip in 2016, they have held a special place in my heart. These mountains are extraordinary and boast some phenomenal hikes with vistas that are unparalleled throughout the country.

In 2020 I ventured back to the Sierras for some more backpacking and … Read more

Spaces & Places

Backpacking the Highlands

August 10, 2022March 15, 2023

In Northern Virginia, the blissful season of summer often turns into heavy, hot days that leave me feeling limp from the heat as I scurry inside to escape its oppressiveness. I had only been back in town for a few weeks since my Portugal trip, and I was already starting to miss the cooler temps … Read more