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Welcome! Tales of My Trails is a blog for dreamers, adventure seekers, weekend warriors, and those searching for a bit of information and inspiration before jumping on the trail yourself. I’m so glad you’re here!
Welcome!
My name is Hannah and I’m the storyteller behind Tales of My Trails. Through sharing my stories, I hope to stir up the wanderlust in each of us and encourage you to find joy, peace and purpose in places only your feet can take you. I’m excited for you to join me in exploring the trails this beautiful world has to offer.
“You’re off to great places, today is your day. Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way.” -Dr. Seuss

A SATURDAY ON MT. ELBERT
Over the weekend, my friend and I hiked Mt. Elbert (14,438 ft.), the tallest peak in Colorado. She had moved to Colorado from Texas just a week earlier and decided she wanted to trek up the state’s highest mountain. I happily joined her. The hike is 10 miles round trip with 4,458 feet of elevation…
BETWEEN THE WOODS AND THE WORLD: A REFLECTION ON THE MULTIPLE SIDES OF SELF
In the middle of winter, months removed from peak hiking season and coming off a particularly demanding stretch at work, I can feel the shift. I find myself craving solitude. The stark difference between the two sides of me feels sharper this time of year. One side is pulling inward, craving stillness, space, and disconnection.…
FAMILY, FRIENDS & 2026 ADVENTURE IDEAS
I wrapped up my Via Alpina Trek blog series a couple of weeks ago, sharing stories from the trail- long days of hiking, meeting new people, and eating unforgettable Swiss food. As I reread my journal and continued reflecting, I realized I had left out one of the most important parts of that experience: the…
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