Stacey Slamka Running, Hiking & Real Estate Blog

Not long ago, showing up at a trailhead with your boots laced and a full water bottle was enough. These days, some of the country’s most iconic hikes… Read more: Permit Culture Is Reshaping How We Hike — Here’s What You Need to Know

2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. Across the country, state park departments are celebrating by getting people outside. A growing number of states have launched… Read more: Hiking America’s 250th: Challenges Worth Adding to Your 2026 Trail List

On April 3, 2026, the Trump administration released its proposed FY2027 budget. For the National Park Service, this means another round of significant cuts. According to GearJunkie, the… Read more: What the NPS Staffing Crisis Means for Hikers This Summer

Mount Rainier is already on Stacey Slamka’s hiking resume. Glacier National Park is on her 2026 list. But both parks just made a major change that affects anyone… Read more: No Reservations at Popular US National Parks

South Korea is rapidly becoming a premier destination for long-distance trekkers. In early 2026, the spotlight turned toward the Dongseo Trail, the country’s first-ever continuous coast-to-coast hiking route.… Read more: South Korea Unveils the Dongseo Trail: A New “Camino” for 2026