Trails Worth Hiking

Photographer William Armstrong joins Jeremy to discuss the Cottonwood-Marble Canyon Loop hike in Death Valley National Park.  This hike takes backpackers off trail through three desert canyons in the largest national park in the contiguous United States.  And Jeremy tells us how Death Valley got its ominous name.William Armstrong's photography:  https://www.wta.photography/Outdoor Herbivore, our sponsor (TWH10P for 10% off):  https://outdoorherbivore.com/Check out Virginia Outdoor Adventures:  https://virginiaoutdooradventures.com/2026 Walks of the World desk calendar:  https://gailperrytreks.com/Christian Paul Photography 2026 calendar:  https://www.christianpaulphotography.com/Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.comInstagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Dorji Dhradhul, former Director General of the Tourism Council of Bhutan, joins Jeremy to talk about the Trans Bhutan Trail, a newly redeveloped historical trail of more than 400 kilometers that crosses the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan from west to east.  Dorji also informs Jeremy about Bhutan's high value, low volume tourism policy, and how it impacts travel to Bhutan and the experience trekkers have in Bhutan.  And of course they discuss Gross National Happiness!To learn more, Dorji's website:  https://dojidhratyul.com/Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.comInstagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Aaron Reinke and Penney Gilbert join Jeremy to talk about their hike of the Long Range Traverse in Gros Morne National Park in Newfoundland, Canada.  This route takes hikers across a wild and trailless landscape of alpine scenery, forest, gorges, and beautiful fjords.  Jeremy tells us how "Newfoundland" is actually pronounced, which we learn can be a matter of life and death.  And there are even vikings and a Venetian that figure prominently in Newfoundland's history.For 10% off at Outdoor Herbivore (discount code TWH10P):  https://outdoorherbivore.com/For 20% off on registration for Highlander Big Bear Lake in June 2026 (discount code TWH20):  https://www.highlanderadventure.com/en-us/big-bear-lakeQuestions, comments, and suggestions: trailsworthhiking@gmail.comInstagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

In September 2025, Jeremy hiked the Pemi Loop in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.  We originally covered this tough multi-day loop in episode 23, but now learn about Jeremy's own experience on the Pemi Loop, including staying in Appalachian Mountain Club huts along the route.Also, Jeremy recommends that you check out a great podcast that covers hiking, kayaking, and camping in Virginia: https://virginiaoutdooradventures.com/Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com; Instagram: @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Listener Bryan Hargrove joins Jeremy to talk about his hike on the Outer Mountain Loop in Big Bend National Park in Texas.  This hike takes backpackers through the Chisos Mountains with outstanding views of the surrounding Chihuahuan Desert.  This remote part of Texas has some of the darkest skies in the contiguous United States.Discounts for TWH listeners:  10% off backpacking food at Outdoor Herbivore (discount code: TWH10P):  https://outdoorherbivore.com/  ; 20% off registration for Highlander Big Bear Lake in June 2026 (discount code TWH20):  https://www.highlanderadventure.com/en-us/big-bear-lakeQuestions, comments, and suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.com; Instagram @trailsworthhikingpodcast

In episode 11, back in 2021, we learned about this amazing path across England that parallels the ancient roman wall built along the northern frontier of the Roman Empire.  This past summer, in 2025, Jeremy and Andee hiked the Hadrian's Wall Path.  In this special update episode, get Jeremy's firsthand perspective on hiking Hadrian's Wall Path.

Ultralight backpacking equipment pioneer, Glen Van Peski, joins Jeremy to talk about his many hikes through Buckskin Gulch in southern Utah.  Buckskin Gulch is one of the longest slot canyons in the world.  Jeremy and Glen also discuss Glen's book, take less. do more., which details Glen's philosophy on backpacking and life.  And of course Jeremy gives us some background on slot canyons.To buy Glen's book, click here; Also, here is the book Glen recommends as a resource for Buckskin Gulch; With the discount code TWH20, get 20% off Highlander Big Bear 2026 registration;  And, of course, buy Outdoor Herbivore backpacking meals with 10% off (TWH10P); To join Jeremy in Nepal in October 2026 on the Annapurna Base Camp trek, reach out to Earthbound Expeditions at earthboundnpl@gmail.com; for suggestions, comments, or questions, reach out to Jeremy at trailsworthhiking@gmail.com.

Listener, photographer, and Youtuber, Christian Paul, returns to the show to tell us about his solo thru hike of the Teton Crest Trail in Grand Teton National Park, in Wyoming.  This trail takes hikers through one of America's most iconic mountain ranges, where hikers might encounter grizzly bears, as well as black bears.  Jeremy tells us about the beaver trapping history of the area.Christian's Youtube series about his hike of the Teton Crest Trail:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZaLA15mpOM&list=PLsu1l97U14cBKj9jvC8o32j5jrdU-Ugg3Register now for Highlander Big Bear Lake 2026 (June 23-27) with a 20% discount code for TWH listeners (TWH20):  https://www.bigbear.com/events/highlander-adventure-big-bear-lake-2/10% discount for all TWH listeners on backpacking meals at Outdoor Herbivore (TWH10P): https://outdoorherbivore.com/Questions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.comInstagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Listener, blogger, and adventure traveler, Jonty Crane, joins Jeremy to talk about the Snowman Trek in Bhutan.  This multi-week epic adventure is considered to be among the most difficult treks in the world.  The trek takes hikers through a cultural immersion in this remote and beautiful Himalayan kingdom.  And of course, Jeremy explains the history of Bhutan's most famous export, the concept of Gross National Happiness!Jonty's blog:  https://jontynz.com/10% off at our sponsor, Outdoor Herbivore (TWH10P):  https://outdoorherbivore.com/To hike with Jeremy in Nepal in 2026:  https://enepaltrekking.com/annapurna-base-camp-trek and email earthboundnpl@gmail.comQuestions, comments, or suggestions:  trailsworthhiking@gmail.comInstagram:  @trailsworthhikingpodcast

Listener Eric Spamer joins Jeremy to talk about this beautiful hike in the Grand Canyon in Arizona where hikers have the opportunity to hike to impressive waterfalls on land owned by the Havasupai people.   The trail takes us through Supai, possibly the most isolated town in the contiguous United States.  Don't forget your bathing suit.  Once situated in Havasu Canyon, hikers camp for three nights with access to multiple waterfalls and blue-green pools on Havasu Creek.If you are interested in our 2026 treks in Costa Rica or Nepal, please reach out at trailsworthhiking@gmail.com.  You can see details of the Camino de Costa Rica trek and express interest here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfb5S6T-jzYA7iNny8anzf6muSg72XLQpccQDuWCdhc0UqaTA/viewform To see details of the Annapurna Base Camp trip to Nepal in October 2026, here is general info on the trek:  https://enepaltrekking.com/annapurna-base-camp-trek  And you can reach out to Earthbound Expeditions at earthboundnpl@gmail.com to ask questions and book your spot on the trip.And don't forget to use our 10% discount code on backpacking food at Outdoor Herbivore:  https://outdoorherbivore.com/