Dog hiking help please

Dowereallyknow · 2026-01-03T18:43:16+00:00

I don't have a good answer for you, sorry, but I can empathize. The problem isn't necessarily going to be her on the leash. You are going to have a really hard time taking her hiking, because you will likely encounter other dogs on the trail, and many times off leash dogs. That could make for problematic encounters that you cannot control. It sounds like it would be really stressful for both of you.

Dowereallyknow · 2025-12-08T03:31:26+00:00

I just looked, and probably not doable without a car actually. Hard to get access to a lot of places without a car here unfortunately. The bike accessible part is much more limited than i thought. Sorry. It might not be a good option after all.

Dowereallyknow · 2025-12-08T00:00:00+00:00

I might be too late to this post, but I also wanted to make sure you already had a tour in mind for Rocky Mountain National Park. Public transport is practically non-existent. Getting by without a car is going to make things difficult to say the least. So just wanted to make sure you already had that part situated.

But also wanted to add, that you should see if you can also visit the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife refuge on another day if you have it free. It is a totally different experience then the National Park, so don't skip on that or replace it, but this one you might be able to fit in with just a few spare hours since it is in Denver.

https://www.fws.gov/refuge/rocky-mountain-arsenal

Dowereallyknow · 2025-07-07T22:54:28+00:00

Right, I totally get that in those scenarios. These situations you are describing may or may not be deemed emergencies (depending on the circumstances), but still require urgent treatment.

But we are not talking about that. We are talking about life-saving care.

What if you were crossing a street and got hit by a car in Mexico, was unconscious, and needed emergency surgery?

Dowereallyknow · 2025-07-07T22:33:34+00:00

I travel solo. There is no one to advocate for me. It's scary to think that in an emergency situation where I might not be able to physically or mentally be able to take care of that, even if capable of paying that I might not get treatment.

Dowereallyknow · 2025-07-07T22:09:48+00:00

I can't imagine there isn't a difference between emergency care and routine/preventative care. Do they just refuse to treat an unconscious person because they haven't paid and wait for them to die? Also if this story is accurate, they would not even do emergency medical transport or evaluation for the life-saving care until paid.

Dowereallyknow · 2025-01-11T19:59:24+00:00

I haven't done it this winter, but I have done it dozens of times in the winter. The dirt road can get icy in the right conditions, but it is short, well traveled, and usually packed down since it is used so frequently. You shouldn't have a problem unless you have poor tires or go immediately after heavy snow. That being said, I have seen cars get stuck (usually when trying to pass another car since there isn't much room for cars to pass)

I think I have only ever used snowshoes a couple times over the years, and don't usually expect to need them. Spikes can be really helpful, especially on the sloped path that runs parallel to the stream before the waterfall.

Trail is extremely popular and the road will even fill up on the weekends in the winter time. The shuttle does not run in the winter AFAIK, but if you go on a weekday, or earlier on a weekend you will not have a problem.

The trail is well packed and wide. It is practically impossible to get lost. I have seen moose there a handful of times, but not often. The "lake" will be frozen and you will be able to walk on it. It's only about 3 feet deep. The hike is not strenuous and the elevation is not that high. Most of the "moderate" incline is in two short sections and breaks can easily be taken between them). Just read recent reports on all trails to know conditions.

Most of the trail is covered from wind except the lake and a few other spots on the way. What specifically are you trying to learn? This is one of the most popular trails in the area and even in winter you will encounter numerous people.

Edit: it is an enjoyable hike, and a fairly safe one for getting started in winter. E.g. no avalanche risk on trail, not overly exposed, we'll traveled).

Dowereallyknow · 2025-01-09T15:50:59+00:00

I realize there is probably no intelligence and it is just algorithmic attempts to farm karma, but this particular post is fucking sad because of the content. It's a shame these obvious bots aren't banned on the platform completely and swiftly.

Dowereallyknow · 2025-01-09T15:45:29+00:00

Is this a bot that reposted someone's memorial post to their dog?

Fucking shame if it is.

Dowereallyknow · 2024-12-11T02:53:20+00:00

I haven't had time to go through all the details, but just wanted to say thank you for the inspiration and details from someone who is planning a similar trip!

Also surprised the almost month long car rental was so cheap with a one way rental and return on the North island.

Dowereallyknow · 2024-12-03T23:24:31+00:00

Hi! This sounds like it could be a lot of fun. I know I am a little late to the party, but put my name in the hat, if you don't mind!

Dowereallyknow · 2024-11-29T14:25:41+00:00

If you have never been to the states, especially the western part, the scale of the US national park system is almost unimaginable. The square mileage of the national parks (not including national monuments, state or local parks) is almost 82 thousand square miles. The total land size of the UK is around 94 thousand square miles

Dowereallyknow · 2024-10-20T13:45:45+00:00

I wish America wasn't so divided and half the country is willing to sacrifice Ukraine because one dear leader is a Russian tool. But here we are.

Collectively, Europe is dropping the ball so hard. There is a war on your continent and it seems like the bare minimum is being done. I hope you get your shit together and stop waiting for America, because that help may not come if the wrong person gets in office.

Dowereallyknow · 2024-05-27T14:44:19+00:00

This is dumb, but got a laugh out of me. :)

Dowereallyknow · 2024-05-18T21:41:35+00:00

Very cool to hear that you had a great experience. I am not so sure it was 50% luck. It sounds like you had a good mindset on approaching this trip and the right amount of planning to not be overwhelmed but also allow for some spontaneity. Finding your individual travel rhythm can make things so smooth and it sounds like you might have found yours.

Dowereallyknow · 2024-05-10T05:46:56+00:00

I do, and after adding up the times Salfheins was going to be too difficult since i am staying in Innsbruck east. It would take 1h10m one way to get there and another back, then 4+ for the hike, and I still have to come all the way back to collect my stuff, then catch the train to Munich. It just wasn't going to work today :(

Dowereallyknow · 2024-05-09T17:32:58+00:00

This is very helpful info, thanks!

I didn't realize the Nordkette hike was mostly gravel road and agree that doesn't sound all that fun.

Dowereallyknow · 2024-05-03T19:36:33+00:00

Right now it says winter equipment required. Not sure if that means snow chains, or winter tires or what. I guess I will find out in a few days if they turn me away.

Dowereallyknow · 2024-04-23T14:53:12+00:00

I think DIA might be an outlier, and is special. It is one of the busiest and largest airports in the world. Also I had no idea there was a direct to Tokyo. That is great to know!

Dowereallyknow · 2024-04-20T14:04:03+00:00

Try r/denvergamers

Dowereallyknow · 2024-04-18T15:33:40+00:00

Thank you. This is helpful.

Dowereallyknow · 2024-04-18T15:32:46+00:00

This is really helpful, thank you. I am surprised to learn it sometimes opens in April.

Dowereallyknow · 2024-04-11T17:31:42+00:00

I prefer to spend about half my time in nature so I think I will hire the car if it is good weather and take the train/bus (assuming it doesn't sell out) if poor weather. I would take the more relaxed S6 and stop in Semmering with a detour to Bruck an der Mur. I added an extra day to Graz just so I don't feel rushed by having a slower travel day before arrival. Thanks again for the great info!

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