Hiking Stories, Tips, and Reflections from US & UK Bucket List Trails
Welcome to Fussyphotos — a collection of detailed hiking guides, route breakdowns, logistical tips, and personal reflections from trails across the UK and the US. Whether you’re planning a bucket‑list adventure or looking for inspiration for your next weekend walk, you’ll find practical advice, original photography, and honest insights from the paths I’ve explored.
Featured Guides
A curated selection of my most popular and detailed hiking guides:
How to Successfully Hike a Thrilling Grand Canyon Rim-to-River-to-Rim Loop
How to Backpack East Wonderland Trail Without Competitive Permits
How to Hike a Beautiful 2-Day Capitol Reef Backcountry Loop
How to Walk the Pennine Way: Trip Report & Guide
The Story Behind the Name Fussyphotos?
The name was born on the Pacific Crest Trail, during a short circular trip through Goat Rocks Wilderness. I was hiking above the tree line toward Knife’s Edge — a narrow arête with a frozen corrie tarn on one side and a cloud inversion filling a U‑shaped valley on the other. As the mist lifted, Mount Rainier appeared above the clouds, and a passing thru‑hiker offered to take a photo.
After several attempts to capture every detail as I specified — the tarn, the inversion, the goats clinging to the rock — he laughed and asked, “What’s your trail name?” And so, Fussyphotos was born.
What You’ll Find Here
I share:
- In‑depth hiking guides for UK National Trails, the best day walks and US bucket‑list routes
- Route descriptions with distances, difficulty, parking, and navigation tips
- Original photography from every trail
- Trip reports and reflections from long‑distance hikes
- Practical advice for planning, gear, and logistics
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Every guide is written from first‑hand experience, with original photos and practical tips to help you plan your own adventure. Choose a destination below to dive into detailed guides, photos, and stories: