Hiking in England without a car – is it possible? There are many spectacular national parks in England but unlike American parks, shuttle bus systems are virtually unheard of. Most of us believe that to reach the start of a hike, you need a car. Yet for those of us who are looking to reduce […]
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Hiking to the 4th Highest Point in the Yorkshire Dales – Wild Boar Fell Car-free Day Hike
Incredible views, little tarns, stone men, rolling hills, steep drops, vast bogs and few people make a day on Wild Boar Fell a very enjoyable one! Wild Boar Fell is a little known but spectacular peak in the far north of the Yorkshire Dales national park. It is also surprisingly accessible by public transport, but […]
4 Epic Hikes in Monument Valley + Nearby Bonus Hike!
Monument Valley is a magical national park with breath-taking hikes to discover! From hikes with teardrop arches and self-guided hikes to overnight treks on Hunt’s Mesa there are many incredible hikes in Monument Valley to choose from! As Oljato-Monument Valley is in Navajo county we are merely visitors to their sacred land. Therefore, to protect […]
8 reasons why you should NOT hike Angel’s Landing
Angel’s Landing is consistently cited as one of the world’s most dangerous hikes. It is not hard to see why: queues, huge drops and slippery sandstone can make for a deadly combination! Yet the popularity of this hike draws a huge number of hikers each year. Of course, most hikers survive the trail but there […]
10 Amazing Car-free Hikes in the Yorkshire Dales!
Did you know that the Yorkshire Dales national park is easy to get to by public transport? The Settle-Carlisle railway is one of the most scenic train journeys in the UK. It also means you can go on many amazing car-free hikes in the Yorkshire Dales! Jump on the train and hop off at one […]
Exploring mysterious Rydal Cave
Drip, drop, drip, drop. Little drops of water fell silently from the damp roof into the icy pool below. No other sounds could be heard from the eerie interior of Rydal cave. Gingerly we crept over the slippery stepping stones and watched our shadows disappear as we entered the darkness. Rydal cave lies above Rydal […]
The Ultimate Guide to the Wire Pass Slot Canyon Day Hike
Forget Antelope Canyon and go to Wire Pass Canyon instead! You have probably seen beautiful images of the gorgeous slot canyon, Antelope Canyon on social media. Yet what is less publicised are the huge crowds, the steep entrance costs and the sustainability of putting so much pressure on a delicate eco system. If you are […]
Scotland’s best easy hike with epic views!
“Can you see that watch tower on the hill?!” I exclaimed excitedly at my partner as we were driving into Inveraray along the shores of Loch Fyne. Do you ever see something, in particular a summit of a nearby hill, and every bone in your body wants to visit it in that second!? Well, our […]
15 Things Nobody tells you about Death Valley
Death Valley national park is one of the planet’s most beautiful and otherworldly national parks. Yet there are many things no one tells you about Death Valley. Everyone knows that it is a desert in California yet here are 15 things I wish I had known before visiting Death Valley National Park. From the surprising […]
12 Romantic things to do in the Lake District for adventurous couples
The Lake District is a very romantic place in the north of England. Outdoor lovers will be spoilt for choice for things to do. For adventurous couples there are plenty of romantic things to do during your trip to the national park. From enjoying the very best of the activities in the fells to watching […]