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Girl on a Hike The Award-Winning blog "Girl on a Hike" follows hiking enthusiast Alicia, and her hiking companion, Charlie, a Golden Lab, on their outdoor adventures.

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Well this was the shortest yurt trip I have ever done... Started out great, and ended up in the emergency dept! Caught t...
28/01/2025

Well this was the shortest yurt trip I have ever done... Started out great, and ended up in the emergency dept! Caught the good 'ol Norovirus from work. YUCK! Still had a great time for the few hours we did get to spend in the East Fork Yurt!

Check it out: https://girlonahike.com/lodging-at-the-east-fork-yurt-uintas

I haven't hiked Bells Canyon waterfall in about 5 years - this one needed a major overhaul on the blog! Check out the up...
06/01/2025

I haven't hiked Bells Canyon waterfall in about 5 years - this one needed a major overhaul on the blog! Check out the updates:

The Award-Winning blog, "Girl on a Hike, follows hiking enthusiast Alicia, and her hiking companion, Charlie, a Golden Lab, on their outdoor adventures.

Teton Crest Trail - in 1 day! 40.5 miles & 9,000 ftI trained for this route for the last 6 months but it had been on my ...
10/09/2024

Teton Crest Trail - in 1 day! 40.5 miles & 9,000 ft

I trained for this route for the last 6 months but it had been on my mind for roughly 2 years. I remember friends backpacking this thinking how pretty it looked. Then I saw people running it in ONE day, and I wanted to do that. But, I had to work up to 40 miles. In 2022 I ran to Red Castle in one day (25 miles RT), then in 2023 I ran the Bryce Canyon 50k. Finally, for 2024, the Teton Crest Trail was in sight. I knew I had to do it!

My goal time for this was to come in under 16 hours, and I did it in 15 hours. My thought the entire time was "just do the best you can do" and I made it happen! I never once thought about quitting early. I’ve come so far with my mindset and running, and staying positive.

Super grateful for my body allowing me to push myself like that, and very thankful for my partner who supported me through all my training and on the big day!

Trail guide & video:

The Teton Crest Trail is a 40-mile point-to-point, high-alpine route in Grand Teton National Park. It is known for its stunning views of the Teton Range.

New on the blog - hiking the circle of the towers to Fremont Trail Loop. 25 miles to the wind rivers was amazing! 🤩 I ha...
21/08/2024

New on the blog - hiking the circle of the towers to Fremont Trail Loop. 25 miles to the wind rivers was amazing! 🤩

I have backpacked many times in the Winds, but this is my first time doing a big trail run. So nice not to have to carry a giant backpack anymore. This is the whole reason I got into trail running - Backpacking literally was starting to hurt my back so bad. I wanted to be able to see the stuff in one day and I’m so proud of myself for finally achieving it. 🏃‍♀️

It’s crazy to me that the 25 mile day is now just a training run as I prep for my 40 miler in three weeks 🤯 Time to taper but for now, check out my new blog post on this route: https://girlonahike.com/hiking-the-cirque-of-the-towers-to-fremont-trail-loop.html

New on the blog - hiking to Lone Peak via Jacobs Ladder! Yep, first time this route! I have done Lone Peak before but to...
13/08/2024

New on the blog - hiking to Lone Peak via Jacobs Ladder! Yep, first time this route! I have done Lone Peak before but took the Cherry Logging Trail. It was nice to see new terrain but wow those 30+ switchbacks last forever especially on the way down in the heat.

Just FYI there is currently only one tiny water source to filter from. See trail guide for pic!

Great day to bag a peak with friends! Read more: https://girlonahike.com/hiking-to-lone-peak-via-jacobs-ladder.html

13/08/2024

New on the blog - hiking to Lone Peak via Jacobs Ladder! Yep, first time this route! I have done Lone Peak before but took the Cherry Logging Trail. It was nice to see new terrain but wow those 30+ switchbacks last forever especially on the way down in the heat.

Just FYI there is currently only one tiny water source to filter from. See trail guide for pic!

Great day to bag a peak with friends! Read more:
https://girlonahike.com/hiking-to-lone-peak-via-jacobs-ladder.html

NEW trail guide is live! Hiking to Bridesmaids Falls, Provo Canyon. Not to be confused with BRIDAL VEIL FALLS! This is a...
14/07/2024

NEW trail guide is live! Hiking to Bridesmaids Falls, Provo Canyon. Not to be confused with BRIDAL VEIL FALLS! This is around the corner. Perfect for the kids and dogs to cool off. Hike it early in the morning so you're not in direct sun/heat.

Bridesmaids Falls is one of many waterfalls in Provo Canyon - this one will have very few people compared to nearby falls. Dog and Kid Friendly!

Recently I got permits to hike the subway in Zion for a second time! The last time I did was roughly 10 years ago and I ...
08/07/2024

Recently I got permits to hike the subway in Zion for a second time! The last time I did was roughly 10 years ago and I hiked it in the fall. It was much colder so I wasn’t able to swim. This time I really wanted to go in summer so I could swim to the waterfall! 💦

It was a quick 24 hour trip but and I had the best time! It was her first time seeing it so I was happy to show her the way 😀

Of course this blog post was so old it needed an overhaul plus a new video is live! 🙌🏽 Updated trail guide:

The Subway in Zion National Park is a hiker and photographers dream destination! The Subway follows the Left Fork Canyon in ZNP. NO dogs. Permit needed.

A week ago I did my first Cirque Series race of the season at Brighton! This is by far the toughest out of all them I ha...
05/07/2024

A week ago I did my first Cirque Series race of the season at Brighton! This is by far the toughest out of all them I have done so far. 6.7 miles and 3,000 ft gain! Watch the video to see how it went! https://youtu.be/9UjD4oqroNs

4th of July on Superior & Monte Cristo! 🇺🇸 Had to fit this one in before they start construction on the area Monday July...
04/07/2024

4th of July on Superior & Monte Cristo! 🇺🇸 Had to fit this one in before they start construction on the area Monday July 8 through October! (Info on that here: https://www.udot.utah.gov/connect/2024/07/01/udot-to-install-new-remote-avalanche-control-systems-in-little-cottonwood-canyon/ )

It was my 3rd time and Mack's first! I think the last time I hiked it was in 2016 or 2017 so it was time for a blog post overhaul!

So fun to mix it up and do a little bit of scrambling 🏔️

Trail Guide: https://girlonahike.com/mt-superior-monte-cristo-peak.html

The last time I updated my Grandeur Peak trail guide was 2019! Sometimes I hike/run a trail so often I forget that it ne...
26/06/2024

The last time I updated my Grandeur Peak trail guide was 2019! Sometimes I hike/run a trail so often I forget that it needs updating, so I finally did it ha! Still a great peak for training the legs! I never start hiking this one any later than 6am in the summer.

Grandeur Peak (8,299 ft) is the one of the high points in Millcreek Canyon, and offers fantastic views of the SLC Valley and into Parley's Canyon.

The day after my 18k race, we hiked to Popo Agie Falls - an awesome waterfall hike for the whole family! Read more:
12/06/2024

The day after my 18k race, we hiked to Popo Agie Falls - an awesome waterfall hike for the whole family! Read more:

Popo Agie Falls, located near Lander, Wyoming, is a stunning natural feature characterized by a waterfall over smooth granite rocks. Dogs are allowed off leash!

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