Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan

Gaze At the National Parks

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Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan hike the trails of America’s National Parks. Each episode features one hiking trail in one National Park, one park at a time. Join them as they climb to terrifying heights, cross miles of desert, and hike through the forests of these public lands.

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Dustin Ballard and Michael Ryan

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Sports

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Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Trail Mix: POINT 05.05.2025

In this Trail Mix episode Dusty and Mike share the story of the paraplegic hikers who hiked Guadalupe Mountain in 1982. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParks Facebook: Gaze at the National...

135- Manzanita and Smith Springs: Guadalupe Mountains National Park 28.04.2025

After hiking Guadalupe Peak, Mike and Dusty make their way to the Frijole Ranch area of Guadalupe Mountains National Park and hike the Smith Spring and Manzanita Spring loop trail. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks,  click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our  Episode Finder . Ins...

Trail Mix: National Parks Under Attack 21.04.2025

In this Trial Mix Episode, Dusty and Mike go over the attacks from the current administration on our public lands. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParks Facebook: Gaze at the National Parks...

Trail Mix: Seattle Walking Tour 14.04.2025

Dusty and Mike take to the streets of Seattle and explore the city in their favorite way, on foot. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParks Facebook: Gaze at the National Parks #gazeatthenatio...

134- Guadalupe Peak: Guadalupe Mountains National Park 07.04.2025

On their first day in Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Mike and Dusty hike the famous, and very strenuous, 8.4 mile hike up to the tallest peak in Texas. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks,  click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our  Episode Finder . Instagram:  @GazeAtTheNation...

Trail Mix: Wildflowers 31.03.2025

In this Trail Mix Episode Dusty and Mike chat about the splendor and importance of wildflowers in national park spaces and other natural spaces. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParks Facebo...

133- Comet Falls and The Trail of Shadows: Mount Rainier National Park 24.03.2025

On their final day in Mount Rainier National Park, Mike, Dusty, and friends trek up the steep grunt to Comet Falls and then explore the natural springs of The Trail of Shadows. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks,  click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our  Episode Finder . Instagr...

Trail Mix: Glacier Retreat 17.03.2025

After hiking in so many parks with glaciers, specifically Mount Rainier, Dusty and Mike take some time to look at glacier retreat and how climate change is exacerbating the issue. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Instag...

132- Panorama Point to McClure Rock: Mount Rainier National Park 10.03.2025

On their second day in Mount Rainier National Park, Mike and Dusty hike up the other side of the Skyline Trail and the the sweeping vistas and views of Mount Rainier while climbing their way to Panorama Point and finally to McClure Rock. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks,  click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episod...

Trail Mix: Join the Resistance 03.03.2025

Mike and Dusty make their contribution to the Nation Day of Action Protect our Parks and Public Lands created by Resistance Rangers. They cover the current action of the current administration and ways we can respond right now, and what to do while visiting the National Parks in the near future. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks,  click here .  To browse through ou...

131- Skyline to Golden Gate: Mount Rainier National Park 24.02.2025

Mike and Dusty take to new trails as they hike some of the interconnected trails in the Paradise Section of Mount Rainier National Park. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParks Facebook: Gaze...

Trail Mix: Marmots! 17.02.2025

After years of joking about this, Mike and Dusty finally do whole episode on Marmots, the world's cutest, most adorable alpine creature. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks,  click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our  Episode Finder . Instagram:  @GazeAtTheNationalParks Faceboo...

130- Quinault Loop: Olympic National Park 10.02.2025

Mike and Dusty take one last hike on their way out of Olympic National Park. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParks Facebook: Gaze at the National Parks #gazeatthenationalparks #hikeearlyhik...

Trail Mix: Ring of Fire 03.02.2025

Along with their hikes in the Pacific Northwest in Olympic National Park and Mount Rainier National Park, Dusty and Mike look at the mysterious ring of volcanoes around the Pacific Ocean to find out their history and their current activity. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks,  click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix epi...

129- Ozette Triangle: Olympic National Park 27.01.2025

Mike and Dusty head back to the beach to hike the wild, beautiful and eerie Ozette Triangle. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParks Facebook: Gaze at the National Parks #gazeatthenationalpar...

Trail Mix: Tide Pools 20.01.2025

Inspired by hikes in Olympic National Park and also Acadia National Park, Mike and Dusty explore the world of tide pools, how they are formed, and the life one can discover when taking a closer look. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks,  click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our  E...

128- Rialto Beach: Olympic National Park 13.01.2025

Mike and Dusty take a seaside jaunt down the coast at Rialto Beach to Hole in the Wall. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParks Facebook: Gaze at the National Parks #gazeatthenationalparks #h...

127- Hoh Rainforest: Olympic National Park 09.12.2024

Mike and Dusty explore the popular temperate rainforest of Olympic National Park, Hoh Rainforest. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParks Facebook: Gaze at the National Parks #gazeatthenation...

Trail Mix: Science of Rainforests 02.12.2024

After hiking in the temperate rainforest of Olympic National Park, Mike and Dusty look at all of the varieties of rainforest found the world over. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks,  click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our  Episode Finder . Instagram:  @GazeAtTheNationalParks F...

126- Cape Flattery and Shi Shi Beach: Olympic National Park 25.11.2024

Mike and Dusty head to the Makah Reservation on the Olylmpic Peninsula to hike Cape Flattery and Shi Shi Beach. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParks Facebook: Gaze at the National Parks #g...

Trail Mix: Banana Slugs 18.11.2024

Inspired by what they encountered in Olympic National Park, Mike and Dusty take a look at the life and science of banana slugs including their sordid mating rituals. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks,  click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our  Episode Finder . Instagram:  @GazeA...

125- Klahhane Ridge Loop Pt. 2: Olympic National Park 11.11.2024

In this second installment, Mike and Dusty continue hiking along Klahhane Ridge, face some treacherous switchbacks and scree, and eventually make their descent through Heather Park. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Inst...

Trail Mix: Go Vote 04.11.2024

Mike and Dusty chat the importance of voting, what's at the heart of the election this year, and the date on voter turnout. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks,  click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our  Episode Finder . Instagram:  @GazeAtTheNationalParks Facebook:  Gaze at t...

124- Klahhane Ridge Loop Pt. 1: Olympic National Park 27.10.2024

In the first of a two part series, Mike and Dusty hike up to Klahhane Ridge via Lake Angeles to get a stunning view of the Olympics. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks, click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episodes, interviews, and more, visit our Episode Finder . Instagram: @GazeAtTheNationalParks Facebook: Gaze at...

Trail Mix: Zion and Bryce with Maya Silver 21.10.2024

Mike and Dusty chat the best ways to explore Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, and all of the other National Parks of Utah wiht Maya Silver is the author of Moon Zion and Bryce by Moon Travel Guides, available at moon.com. For more of our episodes on hikes in this and other National Parks,  click here .  To browse through our entire Library of hiking trail episodes, Trail Mix episode...

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