Our Complete CDT Gear List as a Couple
Gear Item Who Packs It Weight Notes Backpack SMD Swift V Backpack with Vest Harness Both 36 oz We cut many of the straps down …
CDT Thru-Hike
I talk about anything and everything related to the Continental Divide Trail (CDT). Karma and I have both thru-hiked the trail twice, giving us loads of experience. In 2015, I hiked southbound and in 2022, we both hiked northbound.
These are posts based on my experience on this wonderfully difficult trail. I talk about how I hike in sandals, the best seasons for hiking, and the backpacking gear we used.
The CDT runs along the spine of the Rocky Mountains between the Mexican Border and the Canadian Border. It travels through New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana. Since it’s still incomplete, it has many route alternates. This makes it a choose-your-own-adventure trail and unlike the Appalachian Trail (AT) and the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT).
9 Hacks for How to Thru-Hike in Grizzly Country
Hiking through grizzly country can offer amazing wildlife encounters through scenic terrain. However, you need to take extra precautions when doing so. Grizzly bears require …
Insane Idaho/Montana Border Roller Coaster of the CDT
This post talks about the Idaho/Montana border section of the CDT. Depending on the route choices made, the CDT follows this state border for almost …
Continental Divide Basin in Wyoming: Why It’s Awesome (Even in The Heat)
The Continental Divide Basin is an often infamous section of the CDT. After thru-hiking the CDT twice, I’d like to offer an alternate opinion. A …
CDT in Colorado: Lightning, Hail, and Wicked Awesome Views
You’re probably interested in the Continental Divide Trail because of the Colorado section. It is one of the most scenic sections in the whole trail. …
Is the Continental Divide Trail Dangerous? Perspective of a 2x CDT Thru-hiker
As a perpetual long-distance thru-hiker, I often get asked: Is the Continental Divide Trail dangerous? This question frequently comes from those who have just finished …
The Ultimate Guide to Having Fun on Road Walks (CDT Edition)
Ever thought about hiking the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) but are dismayed about the road walks? You’re not alone. I didn’t hike it for three …
CDT New Mexico: Northbound Versus Southbound
If you’re interested in the Continental Divide Trail (CDT), you’ll probably look into how soon you can start going north in New Mexico. The CDT …
How to Prepare for a Thru-Hike
You’ve seen all the videos on YouTube about thru-hiking on long-distance trails. You want to prepare for a thru-hike of your own. The scenery is …