The Trailhead

The TrailHead

GRAND CANYON GEMS WITH PETER BUGG: THIRD TIME’S THE CHARM

GRAND CANYON GEMS WITH PETER BUGG: THIRD TIME’S THE CHARM

The Trailhead

Every journey has a first step. And some of the greatest, most meaningful journeys begin at trailheads. Welcome to ours! Here you’ll learn about gear, see route and trail intel, and dive into stories, images, and videos from our global community of adventureheads like you. Think of it like "The Third Place"–not home, not work, but your other most important/favorite place. The spot to hang out around like-minded people and have your life decisions and priorities validated. You won't need to justify your latest gear purchase or explain why you're using up all your paid time off hours to this crowd. They get it. Let’s go!

The Backpacking Trip You Need to Add to Your Bucketlist: The Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway

The Backpacking Trip You Need to Add to Your Bucketlist: The Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway

As the northeast settles into the deepest depths of winter I can’t help but feel a little bit nostalgic for the first backpacking trip I ever went on, the Monadnock-Sunapee Greenway Trail.
WHAT TO DO IN THE SHADOWS: TIPS FOR SHOULDER SEASON AND WINTER BACKPACKING (PART 1)

WHAT TO DO IN THE SHADOWS: TIPS FOR SHOULDER SEASON AND WINTER BACKPACKING (PART 1)

Words and Photos from Scott Nechemias @snechemias The Mogollon Rim in January From the Autumn Equinox to the Spring Equinox, adventures in the outdoors necessarily involve more darkness than light,...
Things To Consider When Planning A More Complicated Hiking Route

Things To Consider When Planning A More Complicated Hiking Route

There is no question that over the last three years I have spent a significant amount of time planning more and more complicated hiking routes.
APPALACHIAN TRAIL VS. PACIFIC CREST TRAIL GEAR LIST SHOWDOWN

APPALACHIAN TRAIL VS. PACIFIC CREST TRAIL GEAR LIST SHOWDOWN

Words and Photos by Abbigale Evans @abbigator53 Before After I almost changed my entire gear setup from my thru hike of the Appalachian Trail to my upcoming journey along the Pacific Crest Trail.
THE TRAIL PROVIDES. WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?

THE TRAIL PROVIDES. WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?

Words and Photos by Abbigale Evans @Abby_Evans    For me, the trail was generous at providing a multitude of experiences—cold rain, jagged rocks, relentless mosquitos, boredom, and loneliness.
ULTRALIGHT LUXURY TREKKING ALONG THE CORDILLERA HUAYHUASH

ULTRALIGHT LUXURY TREKKING ALONG THE CORDILLERA HUAYHUASH

Words and Photos by Michael DeYoung @michaeldeyoung IG @michaeldeyoung Dawn alpenglow and pink cirrus clouds above the high peaks of the Cordillera Huayhuash from Laguna Carhuacoacha.
THE ALL-NEW WAYPOINT 35 IS HERE! PAIRS WELL WITH THE SEASONED BACKPACKER

THE ALL-NEW WAYPOINT 35 IS HERE! PAIRS WELL WITH THE SEASONED BACKPACKER

Today, we’re excited to announce the arrival of our latest master of mileage, the Waypoint 35!
THE ULTIMATE ULTRALIGHT CAMERA FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS

THE ULTIMATE ULTRALIGHT CAMERA FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS

As much as I love being outdoors, my passion is even greater for photography. I love taking photos of beautiful moments and sharing them with people.
INTRODUCING THE MID 1 - AN ULTRALIGHT SHELTER FOR SINGLES

INTRODUCING THE MID 1 - AN ULTRALIGHT SHELTER FOR SINGLES

Your pack, loaded with just what you need.
MUST HAVE, SHOULD HAVE, WANNA HAVE: BRETT DAVIS

MUST HAVE, SHOULD HAVE, WANNA HAVE: BRETT DAVIS

We asked our friends and fellow adventurers across a broad spectrum of outdoor specialties to take a look in their gear piles and pick three items–one for each of the following categories:
WHEN POWDER DREAMS COMES TRUE: BACKCOUNTRY SKIING IN JAPAN WITH BRETT DAVIS

WHEN POWDER DREAMS COMES TRUE: BACKCOUNTRY SKIING IN JAPAN WITH BRETT DAVIS

Words, Photos, Videos by Brett Davis @bdavis IG @brettdavis For those who have an unquenchable affinity for sliding on snow, a trip to the “Land of the Rising Sun” is a bucket list item. One that e...
THE ACROPOLIS ADVENTURE WITH SHAUN MITTWOLLEN AND THE ELEVATE 22

THE ACROPOLIS ADVENTURE WITH SHAUN MITTWOLLEN AND THE ELEVATE 22

Words and Photos by Shaun Mittwollen @shaunmittwollen Summer quickly transitions into winter down here in Tasmania.