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Now based in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, and having spent 15 years living and exploring the Western Alps from the town of Chamonix, we are the real local experts when it comes to trips in the Alps.

the American hiking society

a 6,875 mile walk by one person

I love adventures. But I enjoy it more when I witness others indulge in adventures for the first time.

walking tours for the intellecturally curious

walking tours in select International cities

Exsplore provides travel guides on the best outdoor destinations such as Pinnacles, Yosemite, Sequoia, King's Canyon, and Joshua Tree. If you're going on a camping or hiking trip on the West Coast anytime soon, read our travel guides to help plan and prepare your trip!

HikingLady.com is dedicated to women hikers who love the outdoors! My goal is to share tips and secrets learned over years of hiking, backpacking, camping, and exploring the outdoors. I want to provide unbiased advice and opinions (and your comments too!) to ensure that you will love the outdoors as much as I do.

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