Mario Larsen+FollowPeru's Epic Hiking Trail: 5 Days Through Snow-Capped Mountains and Rainforests✨ At 4,660 meters above sea level, tread through the clouds on the summit of a snow-capped mountain ✨ Cross the ancient Inca Trail and touch the mysteries of an ancient civilization ✨ Within 72 kilometers of extreme terrain lies a world-class scenic gem From the biting cold winds of the Andes Mountains to the butterfly storms of the tropical rainforest, each day awakens to a completely different planetary wonderland. 🔥 Five-day hellish challenge: D1 Conquer the “Sacred Mountain” Sacanate Peak Glacier D2 Encounter the Rainbow Waterfall on a Cliff Suspension Bridge D3 Explore Coffee Plantations Along the Inca Sacred River D4 Witness Thousands of Years of Agricultural Wisdom at Cloud-Shrouded Terraces D5 Enjoy Machu Picchu at Sunrise 💡 Hardcore Adventurer's Guide: ✅ No cell service throughout—truly cut off from the world ✅ Temperature fluctuations of 30°C—experience all four seasons in a single day ✅ Indigenous guides share survival techniques ✅ Campsite stargazing so breathtaking it brings tears to your eyes #Outdoor #Hiking #Peru #Snow-Capped Mountains #Rainforest50Share
Mario Larsen+FollowEagle Ridge Hike Thrill5.3-mile challenging loop near Soledad—tackle volcanic ruins, ladders, and narrow passages for Pinnacle Rocks’ wild views. Start at Bear Canyon Visitor Center (east entrance best), trek through million-year-old lava shattered by the San Andreas Fault. Spot rare condors soaring, squeeze through geological mazes, and enjoy spring’s wildflower blooms. No dogs allowed—check cave closures (https://www.nps.gov/pinn/planyourvisit/cavestatus.htm) and avoid summer heat. Tough? Yes. Worth it? Absolutely. #Outdoor #Hiking #PinnacleRidgeHike #EagleCanyonTrail #VolcanicViews20Share
aross+FollowHow to Get Free Garmin GPS Maps for Hiking: A Step-by-Step Guide 🏞️📡Planning a hiking trip and need free GPS maps for your Garmin device? Follow this simple guide： 1. Download Free Maps Visit GMapTool (specifically the US OSM Topo Routable page) Select your desired region and download the map pack (large files - patience required!) 2. Install Maps on BaseCamp Mac Users: Requires free helper programs (download while files transfer) PC Users: Follow the linked instructions (slightly different process) My guide focuses on Mac, but Windows tips are included too 3. Transfer to Your Garmin Device Use MTP mode (Media Transfer Protocol) for file transfer Most Garmins support "Mass Storage" USB mode (check settings) Ensure firmware is updated for compatibility 💡 Pro Tip: These OSM maps work offline and are perfect for backcountry navigation！ Your take? Ever used free Garmin maps on a hike? Any tips for fellow adventurers？ Share your experience below！👇 #Hiking #Hiking #GarminMaps 30Share
Timothy Harper+FollowWhat's your hiking limit?I pushed my hiking limit over the weekend, I can't believe I walked 4.5 miles in two hours and fifty minutes. But I had a bad experience this time and kept my head down the whole time. Not relaxation, but another sense of tension. Never mind, there's good and bad. To a certain extent, I also pushed my limits and set a new record out, which is also worth celebrating! Hahaha. #Outdoors #Hiking #Limits104Share
Timothy Harper+FollowWhat's your biggest fear of encountering during a hike?My friend told me yesterday that he seemed to have encountered a grizzly bear when he went hiking over the weekend 😮 He said he was a bit far away at the time but it looked like a grizzly bear by the size and coloring. The bear didn't move, he didn't dare move, and they just stood there for several minutes. After the thing left, he turned around and went down the mountain immediately #Outdoors #Hiking #grizzly bear511Share
Mario Larsen+Follow Lands End Coastal Magic3.4-mile coastal loop near SF—1h33m of history, views, and fresh air. Trek past Sutro Baths’ weathered ruins, then soar to clifftops for golden gate spans and Pacific panoramas (30 miles of coastline!). Pet-friendly (leash required), dog- and runner-packed, but worth the crowd for that postcard-perfect sunset. History buffs: spot where seals once ruled (now they’re bay-bound) or wander the old toll road to Camino del Mar. Easy-moderate terrain—think cypress groves, grassy hills, and rocky shores. All-year beauty, zero bad days. #Outdoor #Hiking #GoldenGateViews #HistoryOnTheTrail #DogFriendlyTrails110Share
Mario Larsen+Follow Mission Peak Hike MagicCraving a skyline payoff? Mission Peak Loop near Milpitas is your 6-mile challenge—3h59m of steep climbs, rewarding views. At the top, South Bay unfolds: Oakland, SF, SJ skylines in plain sight on clear days. First 5.5 miles: well-graded gravel. Final stretch? Rocky dirt—muddy when wet. Dogs allowed (leash in developed areas, voice-only off-trail!). Parking? Scarce at Stanford Ave—try Ohlone College (43600 Mission Blvd). Pack gallons of water—shade’s rare here. Tackled it? The Bay’s beauty’s all yours. #Outdoor #Hiking #MissionPeakHike #SouthBayViews #BayAreaTrails60Share
Mario Larsen+FollowVernal Falls Hike Thrill4.5-mile challenging loop near Yosemite Valley—3 hours of steep climbs, misty vistas, and granite grandeur. Start at Happy Isles, trek the John Muir Trail to Mist Trail’s roaring Vernal Falls, then follow to Emerald Pool and Clark Point for sweeping views of waterfalls and domed peaks. Best April–Oct; winter closes upper Muir Trail (check closures!). No dogs allowed—pack grit, not Fido. Conquer it, and the valley’s magic’s yours. #Outdoor #Hiking #YosemiteHikes #VernalFallsTrail 231Share
Mario Larsen+FollowChips Rock Hike Magic7.3-mile challenging loop near Poway—4h20m of steep, narrow trails to conquer. Hunt for that iconic "potato chip" boulder (prime photo op!) and summit Mt. Woodson for sweeping Pacific views. Open year-round, dog-friendly (leash required). Pack gallons of water, sunscreen—turn back if H2O hits half. Hot days? Skip if new to hiking. Weekday parking at Lake Poway? Free. Sweat now, smile forever. #Outdoors #Hiking #ChipsRockHike #PowayHikes #DogFriendlyTrails 70Share
robert86+FollowWhat is the difference between hiking and mountain climbing?I made an appointment with a friend to go hiking in a wild mountain. My friend insisted that it was not hiking but hiking and asked me to bring my equipment. I didn’t understand and asked, “Aren’t all the equipment similar?” Now I really can’t tell the difference… #Outdoor #Climbing #Hiking 1711Share
