A man outdoors in a snowy mountain landscape, wearing a black jacket, a brown beanie, and ski goggles on his helmet, squinting slightly against the sunlight.

Micah Hikes

Hiking & backpacking for normal people. Guides, gear, trips, & outdoor skills.

Trail Sessions - Hiking Community & Group Hikes
Trail Sessions - Hiking Community & Group Hikes
Three hikers standing on a mountain summit, with one holding a sign that reads "San Jacinto Peak Elev. 10,834 ft," under a clear blue sky. The words "Trail Sessions" are overlaid on the image.
Three hikers standing on a mountain summit, with one holding a sign that reads "San Jacinto Peak Elev. 10,834 ft," under a clear blue sky. The words "Trail Sessions" are overlaid on the image.
Beginner Backpacking Trips
Beginner Backpacking Trips
Person hiking with a large backpack and trekking poles on a sunny day.
Person hiking with a large backpack and trekking poles on a sunny day.
Free backpacking Checklist
Free backpacking Checklist
The image shows the word 'FREE' in bold uppercase letters next to a checkmark inside a square box.
The image shows the word 'FREE' in bold uppercase letters next to a checkmark inside a square box.
Just Go: beginner backpacking guide
Just Go: beginner backpacking guide
Three hiking guidebooks with mountain landscape covers stacked in front of a sunset sky. The titles are 'Trans-Catalina Trail Backpacking Guide,' 'Half Dome Hiking Guide,' and 'Mount Whitney Hiking Guide,' all authored by Micah Hikes.
Three hiking guidebooks with mountain landscape covers stacked in front of a sunset sky. The titles are 'Trans-Catalina Trail Backpacking Guide,' 'Half Dome Hiking Guide,' and 'Mount Whitney Hiking Guide,' all authored by Micah Hikes.
My trail tested gear
My trail tested gear
A black Teton backpack placed on a blue and silver foam pad outdoors, with a wooden fence and house in the background.
A black Teton backpack placed on a blue and silver foam pad outdoors, with a wooden fence and house in the background.