Keeping Ticks at Bay on the Continental Divide
[Preparing] for a great hike involves planning–even down to the smallest details. While some areas of the US have more ticks than others, ticks live in all of the lower 48, and it’s important not to overlook these small parasitic arachnids in your hiking preparations.
Before setting out on your adventure, familiarize yourself with the tick species that may be present in your area–the CDC has excellent tick distribution and surveillance information.
Continue reading to learn more, written by the Continental Divide Coalition.
February 11, 2025
Continental Divide Trail Coalition Staff
Written by the staff at Continental Divide Trail Coalition.
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