Dana Smith+FollowFive Trailblazing Women Who Changed Hiking ForeverBefore Instagram and ultralight gear, women were already crushing trails. Emma “Grandma” Gatewood hiked the Appalachian Trail at 67—in sneakers! Heather “Anish” Anderson broke speed records. Alice Manicur championed outdoor education, while Jennifer Pharr Davis proved that women can lead in endurance. And Peace Pilgrim? She walked across the U.S. for peace. They weren’t just hikers. They were culture-shifters. And because of them, the trail belongs to all of us. #HikingIcons #WomenInTheWild #Trailblazers #OutdoorHeritage #AdventureInspiration10Share
