Nathan Henty
Nathan Henty

Nathan is a Backroads Trip Leader, writer and backpacker from Pennsylvania. He earned his bachelor's degree in 
English: Writing and a minor in Spanish from West Chester University of Pennsylvania where he was also recognized as a JASSO scholar. Prior to his Backroads career, Nathan was a writer, editor and SEO analyst. He typically leads trips in Hawaii, Oregon, and North Carolina. 

Articles Written

Person standing on a cliff looking out towards tall mountains
November 21, 2023

Our Favorite Hikes in Iceland 

Iceland is a place where nature paints a mesmerizing canvas of rugged landscapes, dramatic waterfalls, and glaciers that seem to touch the sky. But there's no better way to truly experience this untamed beauty than by lacing up your hiking boots and embarking on an adventure through the country’s breathtaking terrain.

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November 21, 2023

Your Ultimate Iceland Adventure Tour

Iceland: the Land of Fire and Ice. For adventurers, this country is the epitome of what it means to explore, to be outdoors and to discover places that are unlike anywhere else. When designing trips to Iceland, we don’t want you to miss out on anything—that’s why we’ve created this overview of some of the activities included in our epic Iceland adventures. Join us!  

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Dirt path along a green vineyard
September 21, 2023

Best Family Vacations in France

You're planning a family vacation and everyone in your family has different interests and preferences, right? Maybe you have a history buff, a wine enthusiast, a foodie or art lover, an adventure seeker or sun worshipper? The good news is that France offers something for each and every one of you.

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A ram next to a stack of rocks, with large snow-capped mountains in the background
September 21, 2023

Top Five Hiking Trails in France

Home to over 100,000 miles of hiking trails, choosing the “best” among these natural wonders is no easy task, but here we share with you our top five hiking trails in France. From coastal strolls to rugged mountain ascents, each of these trails offers a unique journey into France’s breathtaking wilderness

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August 22, 2023

Cyprus Groves to Remote Beaches: A Closer Look at Hiking in Turkey

Turkey is known as the place where East meets West. It’s where Christianity meets Islam, where Byzantine meets Ottoman and where Europe meets Asia. Some of our favorite places to hike in Turkey are ones that are off the typical tourist path (this is Backroads, after all!) Here are some places we consider to be must-see locations on your next trip to Turkey.

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Man hiking in a field of yellow grass, with a large hill in the distance
July 25, 2023

Top Five Hikes in Japan

I was blown away when I first experienced the nature that Japan has to offer, and I want you to be too. Read on for our favorite hiking locations in Japan

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Waterfall in the middle of a cliff in a forest
December 7, 2022

Top Six Trips for Waterfall Lovers

Thundering. Powerful. Majestic. Just a few ways to describe the natural phenomenon that is a waterfall. As you gradually approach one on a hike or bike ride, there’s nothing quite like starting to hear the pounding of a cascade before its dramatic reveal. From Iceland to Oregon, join us on an unforgettable adventure to witness first hand one of these incomparable wonders.

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