Category: trail information

Lost Coast Trail, California

Bermuda railway trail

Lost Coast Trail Every once in a while, I find an interesting trail blog post that I’d like to share with Trailsnet subscribers. I hope you enjoy this post about the Lost Coast Trail. UPDATE – King Range National Conservation Area: As of January 9th, 2017, all permits for backcountry camping within the wilderness area …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2017/06/16/lost-coast-trail-california/

Are Trails Necessary?

hiking trail on Bermuda

Do We Really Need Trails? This trail blog post is in response to a post on the Great Plains Trail website titled Are Long Distance Trails Necessary? It’s a good question, and the blog post already covers the more existential issue of “what do you consider necessary.?” But I’d like to approach the same topic from …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2017/04/23/are-trails-necessary/

Shoes For Trail Running

Choosing Your Shoes For Trail Running Trail running is a very enjoyable activity that both beginner and advanced runners can easily participate in. It really doesn’t need a whole lot of preparation to do. All you need is the willingness to run the trails and of course, the right gear.  When I say gear, what …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2016/12/19/shoes-for-trail-running/

How to Hike Safely During Hunting Season

10 Ways to Be Safe When Hiking During Hunting Season Hunting and hiking have gained massive popularity as great outdoor activities. However, a challenge arises in that one poses a danger to the other. It is highly likely for a hiker in the woods to be mistaken for a hunter’s target. Another bone of contention …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2016/11/12/how-to-hike-safely-during-hunting-season/

Make Trail Maps With GPX Files on Trailsnet

Make GPX Trail Maps Easily on Trailsnet Back in 2012, I promised we would make one major overhaul to Trailsnet each year, and 2016 is no different. In 2015 we went international by allowing users to post and find trails worldwide. In 2014 we got a brand new look to the website. In 2013 Trailsnet …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2016/10/28/make-trail-maps-gpx-files-trailsnet/

Orange Screw Outdoor Product Review

ground anchor

Orange Screw Ground Anchor How many campers does it take to screw in a ground anchor? It’s not just a corny joke, and it’s not just for camping. Very few outdoor products are as versatile as the Orange Screw ground anchor. Not only can you use it for securing your tent to the ground but …

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Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2016/10/25/orange-screw-outdoor-product-review/