Backpacking Beyond

If you've been on one of my trips, you've heard me say it:

Find your local ski hill and train there.

Up. Down. Repeat.

Everyone worries about the uphill, but it's the downhill that really tests your legs.

Train both, and trail days get a whole lot more enjoyable.
Love seeing Buck Hill open summer hiking trails.

One lap is about 1 mile with 310' of gain, so 10 laps gets you roughly 10 miles and 3,100' of climbing (and descending).

Who's adding hill repeats to their training plan? 🥾⛰️

Hiking Trails - Buck Hill

Hiking Trails - Buck Hill Buck Hill Hiking Trails offers a serene 1-mile loop that’s anything but ordinary. With 310 feet of elevation gain, this moderate, mixed-surface trails winds through wooded hillsides and open ridge lines.

We are so looking forward to another epic trip to Yosemite!

Yosemite - Summer 2026 - Backpacking Beyond Trip Details Trip Type: 5-Day Guided Backpacking Trip Trail Section: Glacier Point/Little Yosemite Valley/Sunrise Lakes/Clouds Rest/Happy Isle Highlights: We kick things off at Glacier Point, diving into panoramic views before […]