Tobin AkehurstExplorer
I am from the Pacific Northwest, where the mountains meet the sea. When I eschew the trappings of the modern world and venture into the mountains I feel as though I am revived by simplicity, renewed by the power of violent geography.
Day Hike to Harris Saddle (Routeburn Track)
4.5
14.3 mi
/ 2460.6 ft gain
The Routeburn Track is world famous, and with good reason. But the because it is a through hike that requires multiple hut reservations and an expensive car-shuttle or two day bus ride to complete, many people feel overwhelmed or underprepared. Th...
Climb to Homer Saddle, Fjordland NP
1.6 mi
/ 1574.8 ft gain
This route is not marked, riddled with loose rock, and requires climbing on narrow exposed ledges. There are often snow patches on the saddle and an unchecked fall will almost certainly result in a fatality. However, for experienced and well prepa...
Backpack the Magical Earnslaw Burn
8.7 mi
/ 1968.5 ft gain
Once you identify the parking area (Right turn off Glenorchy Paradise Road just before crossing the Earnslaw Burn, park a the bend in the road.) Cross the boggy meadow in a NW direction until you see the orange trail markers on trees.The trail bel...
Hike to the Summit of Mt. Fyffe
5.0
10.6 mi
/ 2952.8 ft gain
From the car park follow the old road grade which eventually narrows into a hiking path. At about the halfway point you will pass the Mt. Fyffe hut, a popular overnight destination. Track continues ever upward in a north-easterly fashion until you...
Winter Mountaineering in Arthur's Pass
Several mountaineering routes start right off the road in Arthur's Pass making it a great alpine training ground with nearly endless opportunities. Many of the routes are just hiking routes in summer, but in winter snow piles up to transform them ...
Snowshoe Mt. Ellinor's Winter Route
5 mi
/ 4500 ft gain
You can stat this adventure at one of two trailheads. I suggest using the lower of the two. The start of the trail ascends through a forest of old growth pines with periodic views of Mt Washington. Eventually, at a fork in the trail, you will see ...
Hike to Robert's Point (Franz Josef Glacier)
5.0
7.6 mi
/ 1640.4 ft gain
This trail is one of my favorite in New Zeanand. It wasn't so much 'built' as it was 'discovered'. The trail follows natural erosion and clean exposed flows of glacier carved granite walkways.You will enjoy thick, green rainforest, the reflective ...
Hike Mt. Cheeseman
9.9 mi
/ 4265.1 ft gain
Follow the Hogsback Track until you reach the clearing just after the Waterfall Creek crossing. Hike through the clearing towards the toe of Mt Cheeseman's east ridge.Work your way up the ridge by linking a network of tussock slopes, ledges, scree...
Hike to the Summit of Mt Sunday
4.0
2.2 mi
/ 328.1 ft gain
From the car park follow an old road track / stream bed until it narrows into a scenic walking track. Cross the swing bridge and ascend the south side of the mountain to its picturesque summit. Alpine views abound in all directions. It's easy to s...
Hike to the Summit of Medicine Bow Peak
4.4
1.6 mi
Medicine Bow Peak (12,014ft) is the highest summit in the Snowy Range of Wyoming. There is a network of quality alpine trails leading around the mountain and up to the summit. Stop in at the Visitor Center in Centennial for a free map of the area ...
Hike Flattop Mountain and Hallett Peak
4.4
10.3 mi
/ 3240 ft gain
Arrive at the Bear Lake Trailhead. Follow abundant signage toward Flattop Peak. Once you arrive at the summit of Flattop identify the unnamed unmaintained trail leading south toward Hallett Peak. Round the head of Tyndall Gorge and ascend the rock...
Climb Mount Peale
5.0
5 mi
/ 2721 ft gain
From the parking area at La Sal Creek, just east of Medicine Lake examine the mountain and identify the prominent gully which feeds into La Sal Creek. Follow the old road bed north until its end and then travel cross country. Ascend the gully the ...
Hike Foggy Peak and Castle Hill Peak
5.0
8.1 mi
/ 3280.8 ft gain
Park in the gravel roadside parking area at the highpoint of Porters Pass. Follow the faint use path up the lower scree slopes of Foggy Peak northward towards the summit. Upon reaching the summit of Foggy Peak the alpine traverse to Castle Hill Pe...
Hike the Trig M Trail
4.0
2.1 mi
/ 1509.2 ft gain
The hiking trail first ascends a hillside to about 1,500 meters. It then follows the crest of a ridge in a southwest direction until you reach the "trig", a marker used in geographical survey. The maintained track ends here but hikers wanting more...
Hike to the Summit of Mt. Guy
6.2 mi
/ 2139.1 ft gain
Park at the Lake Clearwater trailhead where you are immediately greeted by some of the best alpine views in New Zealand. The hiking track follows the lake shore around the west end before breaking off to the right and ascending Mt Guy in typical N...
Climb Del Campo Peak, WA
5.0
Begin by parking at Barlow Pass and following the Gothic Basin Trail to Foggy Lake. Most of the trip's mileage is consumed by just getting to Foggy Lake, from here, the summit sits about 3/4 of a mile distant and over a thousand above you.Face the...
Hike the Gunnison Route
5.0
2 mi
/ 1800 ft gain
Immediately upon arriving, secure a permit to scramble down 1,800ft in one mile to the Gunnison River. There are no hiking trails below the rim of the canyon, and because of its relentless steepness and rock exposure, the only existing routes are ...
Hike to the Summit of Rock Mountain, WA
5.0
11 mi
/ 4175 ft gain
The trail starts out poorly, following a jeep road under high-tension wires. Shortly, though, the trail begins to switchback up the south face of Rock Mountain and the views, as well as the wildflowers, are remarkable.After switchbacking up the mo...
Backpack to Ediza Lake
4.0
13.4 mi
/ 1200 ft gain
Start at the Agnew Meadows Trailhead. You will need to arrive before 7:30AM or take the Shuttle from Mammoth Mountain.Start out by heading north on the John Muir Trail. You will pass Shadow Lake; walk around the south side of the lake for mountain...
Climb Fremont Peak via Southeast Buttress
30 mi
/ 4350 ft gain
The typical approach to the SE Buttress is from Indian Basin, probably because it is easier, provided you plan on going to Indian Basin anyway. However, if you plan on visiting Titcomb or climbing Gannett peak via Bonney Pass, I suggest approachin...
Hike to the Summit of Big Baldy, Kings Canyon National Park
4.5
5 mi
/ 650 ft gain
This short and easy trail to the summit of Big Baldy in Kings Canyon National Park is not to be missed if you are in the area.The trail winds through forest and boulders as it climbs the north shoulder of Big Baldy. When you think you have reached...
Climb Mt. Washington
3.5
Follow the driving directions, pass the upper Mt Eleanor parking area and continue until the road dead-ends due to a landslide. Try to leave room for cars to turn around when you park.Follow the trail which starts just near the lake boulder near t...
Hike Chesler Park and Joint Trails, Canyonlands NP
4.5
10 mi
/ 1755 ft gain
This world class hiking route circumnavigates Chesler Park by way of open meadows, slots, subterranean alcoves, stairways and slick rock.Begin at the Elephant Hill Trailhead and head south following signage for the Joint Trail / Chesler Park along...
Hike Buckskin Gulch, Vermillion Cliffs Wilderness
4.7
15 mi
Buckskin Gulch is a natural wonder. At 15 miles long it is the longest slot canyon in the world. It sometimes is as narrow as 2ft. Because of the nature of this canyon and Utah topography this canyon is subject to deadly flash flood if it rains an...
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