Welcome to Cates Compass!

A female travel blog focused on outdoor adventure, travel, and photography.

I’m Cate, fellow explorer and the voice behind the blog! I’m a hiking addict with a love of all things outdoors. Most of what I share on this blog focuses on camping, hiking, backpacking, and other incredible outdoor activities!

I first fell in love with hiking while on a trip to Montana in high school. I realized how much joy time outside can provide and it inspired me to pursue my passion. Now I share everything I’ve learned with others who want to enjoy the outdoors too!

Midnight Hole

7 North Carolina Swimming Holes To Explore in the Summer

Yellow Mountain Fire Tower

11 Best Hikes in Highlands, North Carolina

Brasstown Falls

7 Best Waterfalls in South Carolina

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Epic Alta Via 1 Itinerary (with Refugio reviews!)

Up close to the freezing cold glacier water at Grinnell Glacier

15 Best Views in Glacier National Park!

Yellow Branch Falls

9 Hikes To Do In Upstate South Carolina