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Annie supports content creation, photography, and day-to-day operations. She grew up in Wisconsin, where her family instilled a deep appreciation for spending time outdoors. In 2010, Annie took a trip to the Goat Rocks Wilderness in Washington, and backpacking quickly became a passion. Since then she has explored many corners of the globe, including the Himalayas, Andes, and Antarctica, but the misty Pacific Northwest remains home. With her keen interest in gear and a focus on maximizing comfort while minimizing weight, Annie has been instrumental in the continued success and growth of CleverHiker.

Before joining CleverHiker full-time in 2017, Annie spent a decade teaching in Portland, Oregon. However, she was eager for a change and yearned to spend more time outdoors, making the move to CleverHiker a natural choice. With her enthusiasm for nature and an insatiable appetite for adventure travel, you’ll usually find Annie planning the next epic CleverHiker trip.

Annie supports content creation, photography, and day-to-day operations. She grew up in Wisconsin, where her family instilled a deep appreciation for spending time outdoors. In 2010, Annie took a trip to the Goat Rocks Wilderness in Washington, and backpacking quickly became a passion. Since then she has explored many corners of the globe, including the Himalayas, Andes, and Antarctica, but the misty Pacific Northwest remains home. With her keen interest in gear and a focus on maximizing comfort while minimizing weight, Annie has been instrumental in the continued success and growth of CleverHiker.

Before joining CleverHiker full-time in 2017, Annie spent a decade teaching in Portland, Oregon. However, she was eager for a change and yearned to spend more time outdoors, making the move to CleverHiker a natural choice. With her enthusiasm for nature and an insatiable appetite for adventure travel, you’ll usually find Annie planning the next epic CleverHiker trip.

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Backpacker hiking along rocky mountain trail beside a lake with peaks in the distance under a blue sky.

Clever Hiker: A Complete Guide to Hiking the John Muir Trail

In this guide, we break down every detail you’ll need to begin preparing for what will surely be the adventure of a lifetime.

Annie Hopfensperger

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September 25, 2025

Backpacker hiking along rocky mountain trail beside a lake with peaks in the distance under a blue sky.

Clever Hiker: A Complete Guide to Hiking the John Muir Trail

In this guide, we break down every detail you’ll need to begin preparing for what will surely be the adventure of a lifetime.

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