I’m so glad you’re here. The Wanderlust Hiker began as a space to share the moments that shaped me - the quiet mornings on the trail, the challenges that tested me and the peace that always seems to find me in the mountains. My hope is that through my stories, you’ll feel inspired to step outside your comfort zone, slow down, and maybe even discover something new about yourself along the way.

Hi I’m Stephanie - just a girl who feels most herself in the mountains. My love for the outdoors started early, with family trips to places like Lake Wenatchee, Washington, and the beaches of Michigan. Those

adventures shaped me - they made me crave the quiet, the unknown, and that feeling of freedom you only get when you’re surrounded by nature.

When I moved to Colorado after college, I found myself completely alone for the first time. It was both freeing and uncomfortable, and in that space of uncertainty, I turned to the mountains. The solitude of hiking became something deeply therapeutic - a space where I could breathe, think, and start to find myself again.

Now, The Wanderlust Hiker is my way of giving back - a place to share honest stories, lessons, and reflections from the trail. Whether it’s through photos, thoughts, or small reminders to slow down, my hope is that this space encourages you to find your own version of peace, adventure, and growth in nature.