Alexys and Erica

Addicted to Trails

Society EN ↓ 94 episodes

Join Alexys and Erica, two Smoky Mountains-based creators and travel bloggers, as they share hiking stories from around the world, simple ways you can enjoy the outdoors responsibly, and valuable outdoor tips gathered from more than a decade of hiking, camping, and backpacking.

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Alexys and Erica

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Society

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alexysabroad.com

Latest episode

May 22, 2026

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Episodes

94: Epic Adventures in Kanab 22.05.2026

In this epsiode, we talk about our family vacation to Kanab, Utah. We went sandboarding down Coral Pink Sand Dunes, drove an ATV to the Great Chamber & Peekaboo Canyon and so much more! Tune in to hear all about our adventures and misadventures. Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrails Reach out...

93: Guess where we stayed overnight! 01.05.2026

In this episode, we talk about staying at the incredible LeConte Lodge! We discuss what it is, where it's located, how to get there, and why it's a big deal. And we give you our final insights at the end. Hope you enjoy! *There was a glitch on GarageBand, which is why there's no intro/outro music. Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hi...

92: North Carolina Scenic Byway 24.04.2026

We recently took a road trip to chase waterfalls, go hiking, camping, and explore the outdoors. The NC Scenic Byway stretches 95 miles with over 150+ waterfalls. It's such a gorgeous drive with many roadside waterfalls or spurs that lead to other waterfalls. You could spend several days to weeks exploring this area. Enjoy our visit and hope it inspires you to explore the outdoors as well! Trav...

91: Best Bang-For-Your-Buck Hikes 17.04.2026

In this episode we're going to be talking about hikes with low mileage and great views! Hikes from Ohio to Utah and parks in between that we've been on that we can't stop talking about! Hope you enjoy this episode and have a wonderul day. For more information on where to find us: Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos...

90: How to Avoid Crowds in parks + Alexys gets snappy 27.03.2026

In this episode, we share 6 tips on how to avoid crowds in State or National Parks! We have been to over 20 National Parks and have lived near Great Smoky Mountains for over 3 years and avoid crowds more often than not. Hope you enjoy this episode and learn something new. Also listen to the end for some full-on Alexys sass haha. Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad...

89: Our 2025 Recap! 20.03.2026

In this episode, we talk about our highlights of 2025. We discuss all of the big moments from hitting Mediavine to our international trips & more. Enjoy! Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrails Reach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.com See you on...

88: We're back! 13.03.2026

We are back after a 5-month hiatus! This is a recap of whats been going on + 2026 plans. Enjoy! Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrails Reach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.com See you on the trail! Theme music provided by:  Happy by MBB Happy by MB...

87: Behind Alexys Abroad - What It Really Takes to Build a Travel Blog 17.10.2025

Find out what it’s really like to be a full-time travel blogger! In this episode, Erica asks Alexys in-depth questions about travel blogging, from how/why she started it, how she monetizes, her favorite tools, her wild growth, the challenges, mistakes she made & more! Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotr...

86: From 7K to 200K - The Story Behind Our Social Media Growth 10.10.2025

Listen as we share about our wild growth on social media! We went from 7K to 200K on Facebook in just 1 year, and we’re sharing the strategies that got us there. Strategies YOU can implement to grow & monetize YOUR account! Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrails Reach out to us with any questio...

85: We (Barely) Survived Backpacking to Wedgemount Lake 26.09.2025

Join us as we recap the adventures (and misadventures) backpacking to Wedgemount Lake in BC, Canada! Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrails Reach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.com See you on the trail! Theme music provided by:  Happy by MBBHappy by MB...

84: Coworking & Adventuring in Whistler - Feeling Realigned & Inspired 12.09.2025

In this episode, we're sharing all about our recent trip to BC! We met up with eight of our blogger & creator friends for a week of coworking, hiking, alpine swimming, and backpacking in the mountains! We chat about this trip left us feeling much more inspired & realigned after swapping expertise, working together, and bouncing ideas off each other. If you get the opportunity to cowork...

83: LNT Principle #7 - Be Considerate of Other Visitors 29.08.2025

Welcome to the seventh episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles! Here’s everything you need to know about LNT Principle #7: Be considerate of other visitors, including what it is, why it’s important, and exactly how to follow it. Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ ad...

82: LNT Priniciple #6 - Respect Wildlife 22.08.2025

Welcome to the sixth episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles! Here’s everything you need to know about LNT Principle #6: Respect Wildlife, including what it is, why it’s important, and exactly how to follow it. Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrails Rea...

81: LNT Principle#5 - Minimize campfire Impacts 15.08.2025

Welcome to the fifth episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles! Here’s everything you need to know about LNT Principle #5: Minimize Campfire Impacts, including what it is, why it’s important, and exactly how to follow it. Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrail...

80: LNT Principle #4 - Leave What You Find, EXPLAINED 08.08.2025

Welcome to the fourth episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles! Here’s everything you need to know about LNT Principle #4: Leave What You Find, including what it is, why it’s important, and exactly how to follow it. Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrails Rea...

79: LNT Principle #3 - Dispose of Waste Properly, EXPLAINED 01.08.2025

Welcome to the third episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles! Here’s everything you need to know about LNT Principle #3: Dispose of Waste Properly, including what it is, why it’s important, and exactly how to follow it. Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrail...

78: LNT Principle #2 - Travel & Camp on Durable Surfaces, EXPLAINED 25.07.2025

Welcome to the second episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles! Here’s everything you need to know about LNT Principle #2: Travel & Camp on Durable Surfaces, including what it is, why it’s important, and exactly how to follow it. Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addict...

77: LNT Principle #1 - Plan Ahead & Prepare, EXPLAINED 11.07.2025

Welcome to the first episode in our series where we dive deep into each of the 7 Leave No Trace principles! If you missed last week's episode, make sure to listen to that one first; it's an overview of all of them. Here's everything you need to know about Leave No Trace principle #1: Plan Ahead & Prepare, including what it is, why it's important, and exactly how to follow it. Travel Blog: alex...

76: Let's Talk About Leave No Trace! 04.07.2025

Welcome to the first episode in our NEW Leave No Trace series, where we dive deep into all 7 of the LNT outdoor principles. This first episode is an overview. We'll share a brief overview of each, and then in the coming episodes, we'll do a deep dive into one at a time! Enjoy! Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @...

75: Bears, Waterfalls, and Jiffy Pop 🍿 27.06.2025

In this episode, we talk about our 5 day, 4 night camping trip in the Smokies! It was so fun getting to explore our backyard and do some of the things we haven't done yet :) Enjoy our recap of bear encounters, Jiffy Pop campfire sessions, wild waterfall adventures, and more! Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos:...

74: Pet Peeves as Creators 🤔 13.06.2025

In this episode, we're sharing the pet peeves we have as creators, relating to brands, people/audience, and technology. You won't want to miss this fun episode! Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrails Reach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.com See you...

73: Ranking Our Favorite States 🇺🇸 07.06.2025

In this episode, we’re ranking our favorite states! Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrails Reach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.com Indiana Road Trip: 10 Stops For Outdoor Adventure https://alexysabroad.com/indiana-road-trip/ See you on the trail! Theme music provided by:  Happy by...

72: 11 Hidden Gems in Tennessee 🤯 30.05.2025

In this episode, we're sharing 11 hidden gems in Tennessee! You won't believe these wild places that are frequently skipped by tourists and locals. If you prefer to read about these amazing places, here's my blog post: https://alexysabroad.com/hidden-gems-in-tennessee/ Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @ erica_goes_hiking   Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedt...

71 : We Backpacked 40 Miles Through Havasupai! 🎒 23.05.2025

In this episode, we’re sharing all about our epic 40-mile backpacking trip through Havasupai, the land of the magical turquoise waterfalls 😍 Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @erica_goes_hiking  Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrails Reach out to us with any questions or episode ideas you have: addictedtothetrails@gmail.com See you on the trail! Them...

70 : Co-working in Thailand + Exciting Changes Coming 👀 16.05.2025

In last week’s episode, we talked about our exciting adventures in Thailand. In this episode, we’re talking about what it was like to cowork in Thailand and the exciting changes that we’re making to Alexys Abroad! Travel Blog: alexysabroad.com Follow us on Instagram: @ alexysabroad & @ erica_goes_hiking   Watch our Youtube Videos: @ addictedtotrails Reach out to us with any questions or episod...

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