Alex Morgan
Hiking & Outdoor Guide
Trail runner and long-distance hiker with 10+ years exploring North America's best routes. Alex specializes in trail guides, gear reviews, and wilderness safety.
Alex has thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail and completed sections of the Appalachian Trail, the Continental Divide Trail, and dozens of multi-day routes across the western United States and Canada.
Areas of Expertise
- Long-distance and day hiking in the Pacific Northwest, Southwest, and Rocky Mountains
- Trail running and ultralight backpacking
- Gear testing and honest reviews
- Leave No Trace principles and wilderness safety
Writing Approach
Alex writes trail guides the way hikers actually need them — with accurate mileage, real elevation profiles, honest difficulty ratings, and the kind of practical details (parking, permits, water sources) that make or break a trip.
Articles by Alex Morgan (7)
The Zion Subway Trail: All You Need to Know
Everything you need for the Subway hike in Zion: permits, gear, difficulty, and a full trail guide for this 9.1-mile North Creek trek.
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Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage Map
Use the Pocono Mountains fall foliage map to find peak colors, plan scenic driving routes, and time your visit for the best autumn views.
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Hawaii: a Guide on Koko Crater Railway
Everything you need to hike the Koko Crater Railway Trail on Oahu, including trail conditions, gear tips, and nearby attractions.
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Hiking Cascade Pass & Sahale Arm To Doubtful Lake
Trail guide to Cascade Pass, Sahale Arm, and Doubtful Lake in North Cascades National Park with distances, gear tips, and what to expect.
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Pennsylvania to Tennessee Road Trip
Plan a Pennsylvania to Tennessee road trip with route options, packing tips, lodging ideas, and stops like Gettysburg and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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A Comprehensive Guide on Diablo Lake and Maple Pass Loop
Plan your hike on the Diablo Lake and Maple Pass Loop in North Cascades, with trail details, elevation tips, and what to pack.
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Tips and Tricks Of Attempting To Hike Peachtree Rock
Get directions, gear tips, and trail advice for hiking Peachtree Rock in South Carolina's Sumter National Forest.
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