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Life & fun · June 1, 2012

I'm building a social network around hiking and backpacking

Plan hikes, share trip reports, map routes, and browse photos from the trail.

I'm building a social network around hiking and backpacking launched on June 1, 2012 with 73 votes, #29 of 409 launches that month and more than 90% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 14 years on.

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This is a social network for hiking and backpacking enthusiasts that lets users plan hikes, map routes, share trip reports, and browse trail photos. Members can record their wilderness adventures and discover new routes from others' experiences. The platform has accumulated thousands of user-logged trips with detailed information on distances, elevation gain, and camping nights. It's designed for hikers and backpackers of all levels who want to document their journeys and find inspiration for future outdoor adventures.

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Join the hundreds of people recording their stories from the trail. 8,033 trips 40,540 photos 74,410.9 miles logged 2,131 nights out since 2010 Another backpack in Yosemite. This time we celebrated our 40th anniversary of being married in the Chapel in the valley. September 8 to September 9, 2026 Jen 22.8 miles 4,150 feet gained 1 night Had a nice loop starting at Killen Creek, using the PCT, Highline and Muddy Meadows trails. Camped in the lava lands near the Muddy Fork at 6500 feet. Fun trip up to the Devil's Garden which is really a sculpture garden. Massive lava bomb formations scattered about. Incredible views in every direction. A bit of snow up here from last week's precip. Wandering…from wenthiking.com

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