hiking
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Hiking Idaho’s Grand Slam Peaks; Everything You Need to Know Before Going
By Mariah Cannon Idaho is truly a hidden gem and so underrated! There are so many good hiking trails, especially peaks spread out across the state. A more common challenge to the locals near Boise – the Grand Slams – it’s a peak challenge that is made up of four different peaks; Cervidae Peak, Kepros…
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Fall Time at Box Canyon Springs Preserve; Idaho
By Mariah Cannon Idaho is full of little hidden gems that are absolutely gorgeous! Especially when it comes to Fall time! In Fall of 2025, I visited this Preserve just a little bit West of Twin Falls, Idaho. It proved to be super gorgeous & super peaceful! I took my pup, Maverick, and we headed…
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Mini Guide to Exploring Bruneau Dunes State Park; Idaho
By Mariah Cannon Idaho has 30 state parks and they all have their own unique features. Bruneau Dunes state park has quite the different vibe and is to be truthful, quite random! You drive out towards desert and farm land and then all of the sudden you’re in a sandy oasis. I’m going to share…
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The 5 Best Easy Fall Hikes in Boise, Idaho
By Mariah Cannon Fall time is just around the corner & the Treasure Valley is loaded with trees and places to see Fall foliage. I went on quite a few last year that did not disappoint & I want to share them with you in hopes of inspiring you to get out and explore even…
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10 Absolutely Badass and Epic Hikes to Take on in Oregon
By Mariah Cannon If you’ve ever spent any time on Pinterest or instagram, you’ve surely seen some photos of people doing some epic looking hikes in Oregon. Sometimes it can be hard to figure out where they are or which ones they are. I’m a big fan of not geotagging and doing your own research…
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Tips for Handling Wildlife Encounters in the Backcountry!
By Mariah Cannon Wildlife can be quite an intimidating thing, especially when you’re deep in the wilderness and maybe don’t have service, etc. I’m going to share things that help me feel safe and protected against wildlife (amongst other things) while I’m out on the trails and exploring the great outdoors. 1. Researching the Area…
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Two Day Great Smoky Mountain National Park Itinerary; Things to do, Places to Hike, Stops to Eat at
By Mariah Cannon The Great Smoky mountains are one of those must see places in Tennessee, well… Let’s face it – the whole South! Great Smoky Mountain National Park is one of the mot visited national parks in the United States, and for good reason. With an abundance of beautiful trees, creeks that go for…
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Guide to Hiking the Blue Lake Trail; Boise National Forest
By Mariah Cannon One of the best, easiest lake hikes in Southwest Idaho. This trail is great for families, dogs, and just about anyone else. Let me tell ya all about it. If you’d prefer to watch a video on this trail, I filmed everything over on the Youtube channel. Click here to watch! I…
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Guide to Making the Most Out of Your Time in Wind Cave National Park; South Dakota
By Mariah Cannon I feel like Wind Cave National Park is a very underrated and under visited national park because you don’t hear a lot of people talk about it. However, it is so worth a visit if you’re in the black hills of South Dakota. In this guide, I’ll share about the things I…
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Exploring City of Rocks National Reserve in Southern Idaho; Hiking, Climbing, Eats
By Mariah Cannon A lot of people don’t realize what Idaho has to offer or that we even have a pretty spectacular National Reserve that has so much to offer! Disclaimer: This blog post contains affiliate links meaning if you choose to purchase something from a link I share on here – I get a…
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My Ultimate Backpacking Checklist
By Mariah Cannon Hiking? Super fun. Backpacking? Even more fun. Buuutttt… Also can be more intimidating. I can guarantee just about anyone can pack for a small day hike, but you need more things for when you’re backpacking and forgetting something can make or break your trip. So, as someone who has backpacked quite a…
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12 Hours in Bryce Canyon National Park; What to See, do, and Hike with Limited Time in the Park!
By Mariah Cannon Cody and I recently visited Bryce Canyon National Park; one of the sixty-three national parks that has been on my list for probably the longest and I finally got to check it off my list! Originally I had planned for two full days in BCNP, but we actually ended up only spending…
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A Trail With a Past; Upper Perjue Canyon – Idaho: Complete Hiking Guide
By Mariah Cannon Idaho is full of old mining towns, cabins, and shafts – along with so much other history throughout the state and this is a hiking trail about an hour and twenty minutes South of Boise in the Owyhee canyonlands that provides a step back in time, but not necessarily specific history or…
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How to Make Girl-friends in the Outdoor Community; Hiker Babes
By Mariah Cannon Let’s face it, having a passion for the outdoors can be tricky when trying to make friends, especially the older we get! I am blessed enough to be part of an incredible group for women only that helps gals all over the world meet friends and make unique connections! I was and…
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The Best Hiking Skirts For Women
By Mariah Cannon Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, meaning if you choose to purchase after clicking on a link in this blog post, I earn a small kick back at no additional cost to you! Affiliate codes and links are one of the main ways I am able to continue my adventure content and…
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Guide to The Cove Palisades State Park; Central Oregon State Parks
By Mariah Cannon The Cove Palisades state park is a vast state park with tons of fun things for anyone to visit, including hiking, boating, fishing, camping, OHV riding, and more. It’s one of the best places in Central Oregon to explore during the late Spring through early Fall. Below I’m going to share everything…
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The 7 Leave no Trace Principles & Why They Matter
By Mariah Cannon The 7 Leave no Trace Principles are a very important thing in the outdoors world. It helps keep adventurers, hikers, climbers, hunters, fisherman, and everyone else who likes to be outside able to explore and enjoy the areas we love. When lands we use get destroyed and rules aren’t followed, these areas…
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Guide to Hiking Mores Mountain; Boise, Idaho
By Mariah Cannon Mores Mountain is without a doubt one of the best hikes near Boise! It’s short, family and dog friendly, has amazing views, and depending on the time of year you go; it’s incredibly abundant with wildflowers or fall foliage! This was actually my first hike I did as an Idaho resident, so…
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Exploring the Best Trails in the Boise Foothills; Easy to Moderate Trails
By Mariah Cannon Boise is known for it’s close proximity to hiking and biking trails and I’ve been exploring the best hikes close to Boise that have some of the best views of Boise and surrounding valleys, along with the foothills. Below, I’m going to share some of my favorites and ones that you should…
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Guide to Hiking to Hell Roaring Lake in Stanley, Idaho; Sawtooth Wilderness
By Mariah Cannon If you haven’t been to Idaho, or have a list of places you’d like to visit – There’s a really good chance The Sawtooths or Stanley, ID is on your list. And with good reason! This area is absolutely stunning and very popular. Today we’re talking about this incredible hike that you…