Our climb to Paraguay’s highest peak doesn’t begin in the mountains, but on the road. Following the maps, we head for the trailhead—first the highway out of the capital, Asunción; then main roads, side roads, and finally a rocky dirt …
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Find real-world hiking routes and trip reports from around the world—urban peaks, coastal ridges, waterfall walks and high‑altitude climbs.
Each guide highlights access, route choices, terrain, conditions and seasonal considerations, with practical tips and notes for hiking with a dog where relevant.
A Night under the Stars in Poloniny National Park
In late summer 2020, we set out to spend two days and one night in Poloniny National Park, at Slovakia’s far‑eastern edge near the Slovak‑Ukrainian‑Polish border. The plan was simple: see for ourselves if the myths about Poloniny’s pitch‑black night …
Savin Kuk: A Laid-Back Ascent with Ibo
After long drives on our Balkan road trip, we treated ourselves to a much quieter day. We set our sights on Savin Kuk (2313 m) in the Durmitor range—an ascent the map promised would be much easier thanks to a …
Harøyburet: small hill, big surprises
We hiked up Harøyburet (156 m above sea level) during our Norway road trip, as we crossed the Nordøyane islands. It wasn’t on the itinerary or meant to be a big hike—more of a spur-of-the-moment detour. After long hours in …
Cima di Terrarossa with a Dog
An early-summer climb of Cima di Terrarossa (2,420 m) was one of those days that remind you why you love the mountains. The quiet of first light, a hint of winter still hanging on in late June, and the company …
Skrova: Lofoten from a Different Angle
After hiking up Ryten, we wake in the little town of Stamsund and decide to spend the day working our way toward Narvik. The forecast makes it clear there’s no point committing to anything big, but we break up the …
Ryten: Iconic Lofoten Views
Ryten is one of Lofoten’s best-known peaks and, despite its modest 543 meters, delivers iconic views of the ocean, sheer rock walls, and Kvalvika Beach far below. The trail isn’t technical and the elevation gain is modest, but that blend …
Kresaný roh in the High Tatras
After a stroll in the Belianske Tatras a few days earlier, it was time for an airier outing in the heart of the High Tatras. We set our sights on Kresaný roh, which rises above Veľká studená dolina. We start …
Nový vrch in the Belianske Tatras
One quick note up front: This article describes an appealing mountain hike, but the destination lies inside a national park where leaving marked trails is prohibited. Dogs are not allowed here at all. Following our route could result in a …
Romsdalseggen Ridge with a Dog
Romsdalseggen ridge is a famed mountain ridge and hiking route in Western Norway, sitting above the town of Åndalsnes in the Romsdal region. It’s a scenic traverse with dramatic views over fjords, valleys, and the peaks of the Romsdal Alps. …