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14 Scenic Backpacking Trips in Colorado You’ve Got to Try

March 2, 2023 By foxintheforest Last Modified: December 3, 2023

Backpacking in Colorado is a bucket-list activity for locals and visitors alike. The best backpacking trips in Colorado can be found all over the state. There’s a trail for all ability levels, making Colorado an epic place to backpack. There’s something magical about spending the night in the Rocky Mountains. Green valleys butt against beautiful […]

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31 Jaw-Dropping Alpine Lakes in Colorado You’ve Got to Hike

March 12, 2022 By foxintheforest Last Modified: October 23, 2023

An in-depth, local guide to the best alpine lake hikes in Colorado.

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Can’t-Miss North Rim Grand Canyon Hikes

December 26, 2021 By foxintheforest Last Modified: October 31, 2023

Your complete guide to jaw-dropping hikes on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.

26 Backpacking Gifts for 2021 that Everyone Wants this Year

October 2, 2021 By foxintheforest Last Modified: November 2, 2021

Incredible backpacking gifts you’ve got to check out this holiday season.

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The Ultimate Beginner Backpacking Gear Guide

June 1, 2021 By foxintheforest Last Modified: November 2, 2021

Gear. It’s intimidating. It’s complicated. It’s personal. It’s expensive. I’ve had a lot of people ask me about gear and getting started. People think that you need to have everything and anything in order to be successful in the backcountry. That’s definitely false. Don’t go running to REI and spend thousands of dollars just yet.

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Check Out the Views at Willow Lakes, Colorado

March 13, 2021 By foxintheforest Last Modified: August 14, 2023

Zodiac Spires, wildflowers, and gorgeous mountain views are just a few of the things this mesmerizing Colorado hike has to offer.

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Meg Atteberry standing on a mountain sticking her tongue out

Meg aka Fox is a 30-something who's born to explore. Toddler mom, queer, and neuro-spicy her favorite things to do are climb in the alpine and camp in the desert. Her mission is to get you out on your greatest adventure.

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