Women Who Hike National Parks: Walking with America's Most Inspiring Adventurers

A Celebration of Athleticism, Wisdom, and SkillFrom thru-hikers and founders to authors and social media voices, these inspiring women are shaping the future of the outdoors—one trail at a time. Each profile pairs a favorite national park hike with a personal story of challenge, growth, and purpose. Through candid reflections and practical tips, they offer trail-tested wisdom and life-tested insight for anyone seeking connection, adventure, or inspiration.Set against the backdrop of some of the most iconic landscapes in the world, this book is also a love letter to the national parks that continue to inspire, heal, and unite us. Stunning photography, detailed maps, and honest storytelling invite readers to follow in these women’s footsteps—or forge their own way.Inside You’ll Find:Personal stories from women making their mark on the outdoor world in unique and modern waysDetailed hike guides with maps, GPS coordinates, mileage, and insider tipsGorgeous full-color photography capturing both the landscapes and the spirit of each hikerWhether you’re planning your next national park adventure or looking for a reminder of what you’re capable of, Women Who Hike National Parks is a celebration of courage, creativity, and the power of walking your own path—on trails that belong to us all.See Below for the Book's Contributors and Their Associated National Parks:1. Crystal CarrANGELS LANDING TRAIL, ZION NATIONAL PARK, UTAH2. Shilletha CurtisTETON CREST TRAIL, GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK, WYOMING3. Lyla HarrodNANKOWEAP TRAIL TO THE GRANARIES, GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, ARIZONA4. Abbi HearneFIERY FURNACE AND SURPRISE ARCH, ARCHES NATIONAL PARK, UTAH5. Clarice Henry-TrachtOLD BIG OAK FLAT TO YOSEMITE FALLS, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CALIFORNIA6. Nicole R. JacksonMEDICINE ROOT AND CASTLE TRAIL LOOP, BADLANDS NATIONAL PARK, SOUTH DAKOTA7. Patrice La VigneTRIPLE LAKES TRAIL, DENALI NATIONAL PARK, ALASKA8. Sarah LamagnaBEEHIVE TRAIL, ACADIA NATIONAL PARK, MAINE9. Jessica PekariPACIFIC CREST TRAIL, LASSEN VOLCANIC NATIONAL PARK, CALIFORNIA10. Emily PenningtonHIGH SIERRA TRAIL, SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, CALIFORNIA11. Amanda PowellDELICATE ARCH, ARCHES NATIONAL PARK, UTAH12. Taylor RabePEBBLE CREEK TRAIL TO BLISS PASS, YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, WYOMING13. Hailey TerryPAINTBRUSH CANYON TO CASCADE CANYON, GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK, WYOMING14. Liz “Snorkel” ThomasGLEN AULIN CAMP VIA WHITE CASCADE AND TUOLUMNE MEADOWS, YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CALIFORNIA15. Stacey ToddSOUTH KAIBAB, PHANTOM RANCH, AND BRIGHT ANGEL, GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, ARIZONA16. Miranda WebsterHARVEST SCENE VIA PETE’S MESA ROUTE, CANYONLANDS NATIONAL PARK, UTAH17. Jacey WestVALLEY VIEW OVERLOOK NATURE TRAIL, SAGUARO NATIONAL PARK, ARIZONA Read more