This past May I hopped on a plane to Lima, Peru with one goal in mind, to hike the Cordillera Huayhuash Circuit. I got the idea in my head after returning from Nepal and spending too much time Googling “most beautiful hikes in the world.” I have always wanted to visit South America, and trekking…
I bought my Granite Gear Crown VC 60 last year because I wanted to lighten my base weight. This pack seemed to be a good option for easing into the world of ultra-light backpacking. I used it for four months last summer while working along the Appalachian Trail as a ridge runner, then again for…
Gokyo is a small village in the Khumbu region (better known as the Everest region) of Nepal, sitting at 15,580 feet. The main attraction here are the turquoise lakes and variety of day hikes. I stayed here on two occasions. The first time was on my trek of the Three Passes, and I had a…
Trekking internationally may sound like an expensive endeavor, but it doesn’t have to be. Once you get past the initial cost of the plane ticket, Nepal is a fairly cheap place to spend time. I’ve spent eight months total in Nepal, over the course of two different trips. Both times I was trekking for the…
When most people think of hiking in Nepal, they think of the Annapurna Circuit or Everest Base Camp. Both of those hikes are fantastic, but if you want something extra challenging and gorgeous try the Three Pass Loop in the Everest region. The three passes consist of Kongma La, Cho La, and Renjo La (“la”…
Over the course of two trips to Nepal and 1200 miles hiked across the Himalaya, I’ve ended up walking the Annapurna Circuit twice and Annapurna Base Camp once. I truly believe the Annapurna Circuit is one of the best hikes for beginner trekkers, especially beginners who don’t want to hire a guide. Additionally, the prices…