Trailing Away – Blog Roll
Easy Winter Hike: Bierstadt Lake, Rocky Mountain National Park
Hiking to Bierstadt Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park on Christmas is amazing. Even better if you have the whole frozen lake to yourselves.
East Iceland to Westfjords Road Trip Recap
Itinerary, tips and lots of photos from our East Iceland and Westfjords Road Trip – including Dettifoss, Myvatn, Akureyri, and Snæfellsjökull National Park.
Things to Do in & Around Reykjavik: From Reykjanes to Snæfellsnes Peninsula
On Day 10 of our trip, we awoke to an empty campsite in what felt like the middle of nowhere on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. But we were excited for a tour of Vatnshellir Cave in Snæfellsjökull National Park. And even more psyched to finally spend some time...
Winding Through Iceland's Westfjords to Látrabjarg Cliffs & Taking the Stykkishólmur Ferry
Tips for planning two days in Iceland's Westfjords – including the Látrabjarg Cliffs, camping suggestions & taking the Stykkishólmur Ferry.
Myvatn & Akureyri: The Best of North Iceland
North Iceland road trip explorations – including the Lake Myvatn geothermal area with stinky Hverir mud pots and Akureyri. Plus, great Sæburg seaside camping!
4 Days in South Iceland Road Trip Recap
Itinerary, tips and lots of photos from our 4-day South Iceland road trip – including the Golden Circle Route, Black Sand Beach & the Glacier Lagoon.
Iceland's Glacier Lagoon, Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon & Other Scenic Hikes
Exploring & photographing Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon, Skaftafellsjökull Glacier, Svartifoss, & the iconic Glacier Lagoon. Details & tips included.
South Iceland Black Sand Beaches Near Vik & Epic Hjörleifshöfði Hike
Guide to the best adventures near Vik in South Iceland. Including black sand beaches and epic hiking at Hjörleifshöfði. Lots of photos, details, and tips!.
Exploring the Golden Circle Route & South Iceland Waterfalls
There are many amazing things to do in Iceland – the Golden Circle Route & South Iceland waterfalls are two musts. Plus, try Friðheimar Greenhouse for lunch!
Epic Iceland Campervan Road Trip: Two-Week Ring Road Itinerary & Logistics
Epic Iceland road trip itinerary around the Ring Road in a Happy Campers Iceland campervan – complete with photos, helpful tips, and things to do in Iceland!
5 Tips for an Unforgettable Hot Air Balloon Experience
Taking a hot air balloon ride can make for an unforgettable time. Just remember to follow these tips when booking your hot air balloon experience.
5 First-Time 14er Fails – Hiking Mt. Bierstadt
Do not make these mistakes when hiking your first 14er. We made 5 critical mistakes while hiking Mt. Bierstadt in Colorado.