Done-F0r-You Trail Research
Choose your trail. I’ll research it for you and deliver a fully completed Backpacking Planner with the logistics, campsites, permits, transportation, and trail information already filled in.
I get it. If you’re planning a trek right now,
you probably have dozens of open tabs on your screen.
You’ve likely been combing through Facebook groups, Reddit
forums, and weather forecasts trying to figure out of weather to expect, how to get to the trail, if you need a permit,
whether you should camp or stay in huts, what gear you need and more.
I get it. If you’re planning a trek right now,
you probably have dozens of open tabs on your screen.
You’ve likely been combing through Facebook groups, Reddit
forums, and weather forecasts trying to figure out of weather to expect, how to get to the trail, if you need a permit,
whether you should camp or stay in huts, what gear you need and more.
What if you could skip all of that?
Instead of spending the next several weeks researching your trail, you can hand the research to someone who actually enjoys doing it.
I’ll gather the information, organize it, and build a fully completed Backpacking Planner customized for your trail.
If you want to be trail ready without the mental chaos or weeks of research, you’re in the right place.
I’ll Turn Weeks of Trail Research Into One Personalized Planning System
Every custom planner is researched specifically for your requested trail and delivered as a fully completed Backpacking Planner. Instead of starting with a blank page, you’ll start with transportation, campsites, permits, water sources, trail logistics, and planning notes already filled in.
Whether it’s your first thru-hike or your tenth, this service is for hikers who want to spend more time preparing for the adventure than researching it.
First-time multi-day trekkers
Experienced hikers tackling a new trail
Busy backpackers who don’t have time to research
Anyone that wants one organized planning system
I’ll Turn Weeks of Trail Research Into One Personalized Planning System
Every custom planner is researched specifically for your requested trail and delivered as a fully completed Backpacking Planner. Instead of starting with a blank page, you’ll start with transportation, campsites, permits, water sources, trail logistics, and planning notes already filled in.
Whether it’s your first thru-hike or your tenth, this service is for hikers who want to spend more time preparing for the adventure than researching it.
First-time multi-day trekkers
Experienced hikers tackling a new trail
Busy backpackers who don’t have time to research
Anyone that wants one organized planning system
Every custom planner is built using official trail resources, transportation providers, permit systems, campground information, topographic maps, recent trail reports, and trusted backpacking sources.
I bring years of backpacking planning experience to organize all of that research into one practical planning system—so you don’t have to spend weeks piecing it together yourself.
What’s Included in Your Custom Trail Planner
You’ll receive one personalized Backpacking Planner with the research already organized for you without weeks of mental chaos and endless research.
✅ Shuttle logistics already researched
✅ Campsite and/or hut options already compiled
✅ Water sources, facilities, and trail expectations in one place
✅ Permit requirements and booking information
✅ Gear considerations for your specific trail
✅ Daily mileage suggestions and route planning notes
✅ Space to personalize your itinerary, reservations, and preferences
Because researching your trail shouldn’t take longer than hiking it.
What’s Included in Your Custom Trail Planner
You’ll receive one personalized Backpacking Planner with the research already organized for you without weeks of mental chaos and endless research.
✅ Shuttle logistics already researched
✅ Campsite and/or hut options already compiled
✅ Water sources, facilities, and trail expectations in one place
✅ Permit requirements and booking information
✅ Gear considerations for your specific trail
✅ Daily mileage suggestions and route planning notes
✅ Space to personalize your itinerary, reservations, and preferences
Because researching your trail shouldn’t take longer than hiking it.
Every Trail is Researched From the Ground Up
Every custom planner is researched specifically for your requested trail and delivered as a fully completed Backpacking Planner.
Instead of starting with a blank planner and dozens of browser tabs, you’ll begin with transportation, campsites, permits, route notes, water sources, and planning information already researched and organized in one place.
Step 2
Campsites & Accommodations
Campgrounds, huts, reservation information, and accommodation options researched for your route.
Transportation & Access
Trailheads, shuttle schedules, parking, permits, and access logistics compiled in one place.
Water & Trail Logistics
Water sources, hazards, resupply opportunities, seasonal considerations, and important planning notes.
Planning Worksheets
Meal planning, packing lists, gear checklists, reservations, and note-taking pages ready to personalize.
Flexible Itinerary Planning
Choose the camps, pace, and schedule that work best for your group using organized research—not guesswork.
Route Research
Distances, elevation, route segmentation, and daily planning considerations already organized.
The research is done. The planning is yours.
Every Trail is Researched From the Ground Up
Every custom planner is researched specifically for your requested trail and delivered as a fully completed Backpacking Planner.
Instead of starting with a blank planner and dozens of browser tabs, you’ll begin with transportation, campsites, permits, route notes, water sources, and planning information already researched and organized in one place.
Step 2
Campsites & Accommodations
Campgrounds, huts, reservation information, and accommodation options researched for your route.
Transportation & Access
Trailheads, shuttle schedules, parking, permits, and access logistics compiled in one place.
Water & Trail Logistics
Water sources, hazards, resupply points, seasonal considerations, and important planning notes.
Planning Worksheets
Meal planning, packing & gear checklists, reservations, and note-taking pages ready to personalize.
Flexible Itinerary Planning
Choose the camps, pace, and schedule that work best for your group using organized research—not guesswork.
Route Research
Distances, elevation, route segmentation, and daily planning considerations already organized.
The research is done. The planning is yours.
Choose the Research Package That Fits Your Trail
All tiers include the same complete deliverable: a fully completed Backpacking Planner built for your requested trail.
Pricing simply reflects how much trail is being researched — longer routes naturally involve more camps, logistics, and complexity.
Not sure which tier to choose? Use the trail’s standard thru-hike distance — the number listed by official trail sources or guidebooks.
Tier 1 — Short Routes (Under 40 km / 25 mi) — $79
Ideal for shorter point-to-point routes and overnights where the logistics are straightforward, but you still want everything organized in one place.
Examples: Coyote Gulch, Egypt Lake, Rim to Rim
Delivery window: 3-5 business days
Tier 2 — Medium Routes (40–80 km / 25–50 mi) — $119
Best for classic multi-day treks with multiple camps/huts and more moving parts (transport, route splits, contingency planning).
Examples: Skyline Trail, Laugavegur Trail, West Coast Trail.
Delivery window: 5-7 business days
Tier 3 — Long Routes (80–200 km / 50–125 mi) — $169
Designed for longer thru-hikes where planning requires more segmentation, more camps, and more detailed logistics. Same information, just more of it.
Examples: West Highland Way, the O Circuit, Tour de Mont Blanc
Delivery window: 7-10 business days
No matter which package you choose, you’re not just buying research—you’re buying back your time. Instead of spending weeks piecing together information from dozens of sources, you’ll receive one organized planning system built specifically for your trail.
What Happens After You Purchase
1. You receive a short trail form
After checkout, you’ll get a link to a simple form where you provide the name of your trail, your desired start and end points, (if known), travel dates, ect. You don’t need everything figured out — just the route you want researched.
2. We confirm your trail & tier
We review your trail and make sure it matches the tier you selected. If anything needs adjusting (for example, if a trail sits right on the edge of a tier), we’ll contact you before any work begins.
3. Your Planner Is Built
I organize everything into a personalized Backpacking Planner with route planning, campsites, permits, transportation, water sources, logistics, and planning notes already completed.
4. You receive your personalized PDF
Within the delivery window you’ll receive a downloadable, trail-specific planning guide you can use to confidently build your own itinerary with everything in one place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Unsure if the planner is right for your trip? Feel free to email me — I’m happy to help point you in the right direction.
What is your refund policy?
Due to the digital nature of this product, refunds are not available after download.
Will the planner tell me exactly what to do on each day?
No. The planner is designed to organize the research—not make decisions for you.
You’ll receive route information, transportation details, campsite options, permits, water sources, daily mileage suggestions, and planning notes so you can confidently build the itinerary that matches your goals, pace, and hiking style.
What if I still don’t understand something after I buy the planner?
If you get stuck even after you buy the planner, we’re happy to help you out. Drop us an email, and we’ll do our best to help you find the answers you’re looking for.
What trails can you research?
I can research almost any established multi-day backpacking trail. If you’re unsure whether your trail fits one of the pricing tiers, send me a message before purchasing and I’ll be happy to help.
Can experienced backpackers still benefit from the planner?
Absolutely! Every trail has unique logistics that need to be researched when planning the hike. The planner is designed to save time, reduce mental clutter, and keep important trail logistics in one place — whether it’s your first multi-day trek or your tenth.
What if my trail is longer than 200 km or more complicated?
If your trail falls outside the listed pricing tiers or has unusually complex logistics, contact me before ordering. I’ll let you know whether it fits one of the existing tiers or if it requires a custom quote.
How long will it take to receive my planner?
Delivery windows are listed with each pricing tier. Most planners are delivered within 3–10 business days depending on trail length.
What if I choose the wrong pricing tier?
Don’t worry. If your trail falls into a different tier than the one you selected, I’ll contact you before any work begins so we can make any necessary adjustments.
I’ve already started researching my trail. Is this still worth it?
Absolutely. Most people who purchase custom trail research have already done some digging.
Instead of replacing your research, I organize it into one complete planning system, verify information across official sources, and fill in the gaps so you don’t have to keep jumping between browser tabs, maps, permit systems, campground websites, and trail reports.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is your refund policy?
Due to the digital nature of this product, refunds are not available after download.
Will the planner tell me exactly what to do on each day?
No. The planner is designed to organize the research—not make decisions for you.
You’ll receive route information, transportation details, campsite options, permits, water sources, daily mileage suggestions, and planning notes so you can confidently build the itinerary that matches your goals, pace, and hiking style.
What if I still don’t understand something after I buy the planner?
If you get stuck even after you buy the planner, we’re happy to help you out. Drop us an email, and we’ll do our best to help you find the answers you’re looking for.
What trails can you research?
I can research almost any established multi-day backpacking trail. If you’re unsure whether your trail fits one of the pricing tiers, send me a message before purchasing and I’ll be happy to help.
Can experienced backpackers still benefit from the planner?
Absolutely! Every trail has unique logistics that need to be researched when planning the hike. The planner is designed to save time, reduce mental clutter, and keep important trail logistics in one place — whether it’s your first multi-day trek or your tenth.
What if my trail is longer than 200 km or more complicated?
If your trail falls outside the listed pricing tiers or has unusually complex logistics, contact me before ordering. I’ll let you know whether it fits one of the existing tiers or if it requires a custom quote.
How long will it take to receive my planner?
Delivery windows are listed with each pricing tier. Most planners are delivered within 3–10 business days depending on trail length.
What if I choose the wrong pricing tier?
Don’t worry. If your trail falls into a different tier than the one you selected, I’ll contact you before any work begins so we can make any necessary adjustments.
I’ve already started researching my trail. Is this still worth it?
Absolutely. Most people who purchase custom trail research have already done some digging.
Instead of replacing your research, I organize it into one complete planning system, verify information across official sources, and fill in the gaps so you don’t have to keep jumping between browser tabs, maps, permit systems, campground websites, and trail reports.
Still have questions? Unsure if the planner is right for your trip? Feel free to email me — I’m happy to help point you in the right direction.
Your trail. Your itinerary. My research.
I’ll turn weeks of trail research into one organized planning system, so you can spend less time searching and more time preparing for your adventure.