Megan Young McPartland

Megan hails from southwest Colorado, where she grew up hiking and camping. Since then, she has been on the road, working as an outdoor guide. She's guided hiking trips in British Columbia, whitewater in Washington and Idaho, and taught skiing across Colorado.

Megan has spent over 100 days camping at the bottom of the Grand Canyon and is currently bagging Colorado's 14ers with her Border Collie, Alli. When she's not getting lost on the trail, you can find Megan wherever there's WIFI sharing her outdoor experience so that others may learn from her mistakes.

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Lake Iroquois with Camel's Hump mountain

Best Hikes in Vermont: 12 Trails in the Green Mountain State

It’s no secret that Vermont is home to some of the best hiking in the country. In this guide discover twelve of the state’s top trails, from easy urban walks to remote rock scrambles.

Aerial view of Big Creek Lake in southern Alabama

Best Hikes in Alabama: Top 9 Trails in The Heart of Dixie

Alabama’s natural beauty will surprise you in the best of ways. In this guide to the state’s best hiking trails you’lldiscover stunning overlooks, gorgeous waterfalls, and one-of-a-kind rock formations.

Grand Marais Lighthouse in front of the Sawtooth Mountains on Lake Superior, Minnesota.

Best Hikes in Minnesota: The North Star State’s Top 11 Trails

Minnesota, the land of a thousand lakes, also has some of the best hiking in the country. Discover waterfalls, beaches, and mountains on one of these 11 incredible trails.

Maroon Bells peaks in Crater Lake, Colorado

Best Hikes in Colorado: 17 Incredible Trails

Colorado hiking is nothing short of incredible. From soaring summits to wanders through fascinating red rock wonderlands, there is something here for everyone. Check it all out on one of these top-rated trails.

Picture Lake and Mt. Shuksan in winter, Washington

Best Winter Hikes in Washington: 18 Magical Trails

If you refuse to let winter weather stop you from getting out on the trail, you’re in the right place. In this guide, we cover 18 awesome Washington trails that are perfect for winter hiking.

Lake Jocassee, South Carolina

Best Hiking in South Carolina: The Top 10 Trails

South Carolina is home to some of the top hiking trails in the country. Discover swamplands, waterfalls, and high mountain summits on one of these highly-rated hikes.

The Oregon Trail at Scotts Bluff, Nebraska

Best Hiking in Nebraska: The Cornhusker State’s Top 9 Trails

Nebraska’s best-kept secret is its wealth of awesome hiking trails. Discover the charm of the Cornhusker state on one of these 9 top-rated trails.

Two campers lying on sleeping pads

What Are Sleeping Pad R-Values (And Why Are They Important)?

Understanding R-values and thermal resistance can make finding the right sleeping pad much easier. This guide will take you through how R-values work, why they matter, and provide tips for choosing the perfect pad for you.

Camping group of friends having fun round a campfire

Fun Camping Games for Adults: The Ultimate List

There’s so much more to camping than waiting to get into your sleeping bags. In this guide, we’ll share how-to-play instructions for our 15 favorite games to liven up your nights at camp!