The Trailhead
Every journey has a first step. And some of the greatest, most meaningful journeys begin at trailheads. Welcome to ours! Here youโll 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"โnot 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. Letโs go!
Wasatch Backcountry Ski Tour
Ever since the completion of our Appalachian Trail thru-hikes in 2021, @danofosho and I had made it a point to keep in touch and to meet up whenever feasible to chase big days in the mountains; muc...
The Importance of Staying Flexible
Last week I was fortunate enough to spend a week with my partner in the Canadian Rockies.
THE SHAKEDOWN 2.0 โ TINA CURRIN
The Trailhead - @tina , IG - @tinacurrin Drumroll - THE SHAKEDOWN IS BACK! We're excited to unleash 2.0 after a multi-year hiatus!
Snow Camping
After another year of backpacking, I've drifted towards a new reality...I'm not satisfied.
WHO WE HIKE WITH: TINA CURRIN
Hi, Iโm Tina Currin @tina! Depending on the season, Iโm a park ranger, long distance hiker, gear tester, ski liftie, unemployed van dweller, etc.
Top Hikes for Fall Foliage in the White Mountain National Forest
Looking for the best fall hikes in the White Mountain National Forest? From quiet waterfalls to summit views, this guide shares local favorites for peak foliage and fewer crowds.
Gates of the Arctic
Hello All! I've been dreaming of Alaska more than normal these days...Which is certainly to say that I'm always dreaming of Alaska.
Fast, Light and Free on the JMT: My 260 Mile Adventure in the High Sierra
If you've stumbled upon this post here on The Trailhead, chances are youโve at least heard about the John Muir Trail.
Try One On For Size: Jeff Garmireโs Ode To The Shorter Trails
Words & Photos by Jeff Garmire
Thirty thousand miles and always counting, give or take a few yards or inches, all done on foot. Jeff Garmire (@thefreeoutside) is still heading out whenever he c...
SIXTY-SEVEN POINTS TO POINT TO: WILL PETERSON'S NEW ENGLAND DIRETTISSIMA STARTS MAY 1ST!
Our friend Will Peterson likes to do hard things in harder ways when possible.
Cross Training to be a Better Hiker
I am not athletic. Or, thatโs what Iโve been telling myself (and everyone else) my entire life.
Any quick release solutions for attaching the Camera Pod?
Really like the camera pod, have used it in Iceland on 2 trips and was able to attached the provided carabiners to the sternum strap on my camera backpack.
