The Detour Effect
Hiking the world 🥾 Living nomadically 🛻 Blogging about it 📝
Saunterer/Sainte-Terrer/Sans Terre.
Recent Detours: Greenland, Kyrgyzstan, Romania
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Legit Travel Bloggers
Travel bloggers I respect who have actual websites where they write long-form blog posts; unfortunately not including YouTubers, podcasters, and other content creators here. Read how to find more travelers on BS: https://thedetoureffect.com/blog/bluesky-for-travel-and-hobbies/
Outdoor Activities
Users who post about hiking, camping, and getting outside! More focused on participating in outdoor activities than simply a landscape photography feed. Read how to find more adventurers on BS: https://thedetoureffect.com/blog/bluesky-for-travel-and-hobbies/
@worldwidewriter.co.uk
Travel writer, book reviewer and novelist | Author of Secret Bath, an Unusual Guide | BGTW member | Travel websites at https://worldwidewriter.co.uk and https://bewitchedbyitaly.com | Author website at https://karenwarrenauthor.com | Based in Bath, UK
@samahill.bsky.social
Contributing National Parks Editor for SFGate. Freelance elsewhere. Always talkin' about triathlon, gaming, Boston Celtics, breakfast burritos, hiking, etc. https://linktr.ee/samahill
@steveyoungcreative.bsky.social
Hobby photographer getting better one photo at a time. #Nikon Z6, #iPhonePhotography #Photography #vinyl
@starcommadark.bsky.social
🎶Searching For The Sound🎶│Roadtrippin Backroads & Highways Near You│Living Free Or Dying In NH│UndiagnosedASD🌈│Photos Are Mine Except Reposts│💜Thank You In Advance For Reposting💜│Be Kind│No Bio No Follow│🚫MAGA│FledX 3/18/25
@pacificcresttrail.bsky.social
The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is a 2,650-mile national scenic trail that runs from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington. The PCT traverses 24 national forests, 37 wilderness areas and 7 national parks. https://www.postholer.com
@drummmerandy.bsky.social
Drummer, dad, dog lover, rambler, have too many records and not enough time. Currently ISO hills to go thrash my legs on.
@luckygluch.bsky.social
Former Philosophy & Critical Thinking Professor. Closer to Radical Feminism than Girlboss Feminism. Currently reimagining talent development. Gaming/Strategy #49ers Former #VanLife Maebe Morty stan https://www.linkedin.com/in/dgluch
@emohn.net
Kentuckian. Environment/climate/energy guy. Hiker, RVer, National Park frequenter, SCCA Hillclimb racer, sober, live music fanatic.
@timjohns.com
Building epicroadtripplanner.com, to help small groups, families, and especially couples travel in stress-free harmony - Let's GO! Also online safety, privacy, security, and scores and scores and scores of other really random interests.
@yellowstonenpgeek.bsky.social
Pastor; PhD anthro; author; hiker; historian; Yellowstone NP thermal geek; musician; beadworker; gardener. 🤎Windham Hill, Beegie Adair, John Denver, Brule’; NPR, Non-fiction, conservation, Indigenous sovereignty. Happily married to David since 1984. NO DMs
@theamandawoods.bsky.social
Travel writer, copywriter and content creator based in Australia. Loves sharing tales about eco travels and people doing good things. https://www.amandawoods.me/
@photographer-uk.bsky.social
@lifestyleroads.bsky.social
Anna☀️Traveling in Spain non-stop for 15+ years 🚗 exploring the Iberian Peninsula and beyond, one hidden gem at a time 🇪🇸 Sharing secret tips and locations 🤫🌎 https://atlifestylecrossroads.com
@newmexicogunner.bsky.social
Retired Probation Director and a Navy veteran who has recently moved to the Land of Enchantment. Arsenal fan and traveler. Amateur photographer
@expeditionswithevelyn.com
Connecting you to the wonders of nature through photography and outdoor adventure. Tour Guide in a National Park during the summer season. Download my free Beginner Wildlife Photography Cheat Sheet and view my portfolio at: www.expeditionswithevelyn.com
@volunteercommunity.bsky.social
Posts With Links To #Volunteer Work Worldwide. -If You Are Searching For Opportunities Or Have Opportunities And Stories To Share Then This Is Your Place! -Also posts for self-care including #Anxiety #NaturalMedicine, #Hiking -Based in #Portland, Ore
@shannonerickson.me
Small town mountain girl with a sailing habit. Pediatric SLP, chronic traveler
@makeham.bsky.social
@madam-zo-zo.bsky.social
🗺️ Travel blogger seeking the unique! 🐨 Aussie expat in the PNW USA 💃 Dance fitness instructor and designer ✨ Curating inspiring destinations & experiences at https://duendebymadamzozo.com/
@resistancerangers.bsky.social
The official resistance account of NPS Rangers. A community of 800+ off duty park rangers rallying for our public lands. https://linktr.ee/resistanceranger?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=8d19b18e-7568-4236-9d00-e6ea9c0c44ae
@theforgottenspace.bsky.social
Current project: a 10,000 mile hike coast to coast and border to border across the United States. 5,233 miles complete! Next up, the Continental Divide!!
@sightseekertravels.bsky.social
@kaciemischler.bsky.social: politics and activism @sightseekertravels.bsky.social: travel and photography @KacieSunshine.bsky.social: dogs, decor, tattoos, photography, fandoms, life
@alibabwa40thieves.bsky.social
Artist seeking world peace. Hiking. Literature. Art. Coffee and cafes.
@theorganisedexplorer.com
📍I love exploring, whether it is my homeland 🇬🇧 or the rest of the world. I want to see it all 🌍 📍I am also an avid researcher for my travels. If I am going to a new place, I don’t want to miss anything 🗺️📚 📍Check out my blog theorganisedexplorer.com
@wearetws.bsky.social
We make international education opportunities accessible to high schoolers from low-income backgrounds, and produce content that embodies our vision of engaged global citizenship. For updates, follow: https://postcardsfromtws.substack.com
@gpjohnston.bsky.social
Love being outside. My Flickr photostream: https://www.flickr.com/photos/77416574@N00/with/54402258012
@cubeship.bsky.social
Hiking, tie dye, web developer, family, friends, 🩵 Jazmine’s Journey board member 🧡
@travelingbellies.bsky.social
We’re a couple of amateur beer connoisseurs with a love for travel and good food! Also- proud supporters of LGBTQIA, BIPOC, women’s rights, and basic human rights.
@kristinruth.bsky.social
I’m just happy to be here Part-time digital nomad, RVer, lover of photography, hiking, and our amazing national parks. Proud to be a Kentucky girl. Always down to plan a road trip. Still an optimist. We are stronger when we work together. 👊 #nky #cincy
@grl4ster.bsky.social
Mom. Retired from USFS. #goodfire ODF. Weyco. CZ. Oregon State grad. Horses n swimming. Woke AF.
@athensmax.bsky.social
Retired, and annoyed no one told me how great it is. Significant traveler and insignificant/novice woodworker
@50501movement.bsky.social
Official Bluesky account for the #50501Movement 🚨 Next up: May 1 Join the Movement > https://FiftyFifty.one
@cocommonground.bsky.social
We believe in the power of nonviolent protest to protect #Democracy and #ResistFascism https://linktr.ee/mediacgpc Head over to https://forms.gle/LhWjD21KngDx2Har6 to sign up to volunteer!
@jwalkoutside.bsky.social
Wandering around trails in the Midwest. Easily distracted by rocks, flowers, trees, mushrooms and wild animals. #hiking #northcountrytrail #backpacking
@listos-for-life.bsky.social
I am a bilingual, agnostic feminist who loves music, reading, travel, and community involvement. “Listos for Life” is my DBA as a Learning Success Coach: I help teens learn Spanish/English, address their social-emotional needs and teach them how to learn.
@stephentravels.bsky.social
Editor/writer addicted to #travel ✈️: 43 countries & 48 U.S. states so far. Check out the interesting & helpful travel stories at my blog, stephentravels.com. #architecture🏦 #nature🌲 #animals🦒 #history🌎 #photography📸 #food🍴#accommodations�
@buildandexplore.bsky.social
Sailor ⛵️ Boatbuilder 🔨 Hiker 🏔 Photographer 📸 📍 DC ↔️ PNW 🇺🇸/🇫🇷 Text account: @drakejs.bsky.social
@travelingtheroad.bsky.social
I'm just a guy who takes road trips and loves photography. I am a native San Diegan, and I'm usually traveling on Route 66 and visiting charming small towns. What's important is the call to adventure and the people you meet along the way. No DM.
@jeremysell.bsky.social
Ecology and nature nerd. Plant and insect lover. Michigander. Adventurer. Collector of experiences, not things. BA in Biology and Geology. Dated photos here are © my own.
@mythichiker.com
i'm hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in 2025 -- follow along with me at mythichiker.com #HikeSlow #TakePictures #EatSnacks #pct #pct2025 #pacificcresttrail #thruhiker lovingly supported by @southernminnesotaguy.com!
@thedavejohnson.bsky.social
Australian-American mineral exploration geophysicist, living in Saint-Vaast, Belgium and Alpine, Utah, USA. Likes: hiking, fly fishing, camping, ham radio, shooting, nature, art, travel, history Dislikes: MAGA, Utah politics
@venesstravelmedia.bsky.social
Best-selling guidebook authors & travel content creators, specializing in the U.S. (and Florida in particular). Originally from the UK & Michigan, now Orlando residents. See venesstravelmedia.net & our new book, 111 Paces in Orlando That You Must Not Miss.
@johnhwalks.bsky.social
Happily retired, a keen hiker, cyclist, granddad, veggie, and husband - but not necessarily in that order. Escaped it all on a 5000km hike from Tarifa to Budapest. Author of 5 hiking/cycling guides with a 6th in the works http://www.johnhayeswalks.com/?m=1
@linzlm.bsky.social
Amateur Photographer and Solo Female Traveller exploring this big beautiful world 🌍📷🏳️🌈💕 My loves - Travelling, Photography, Nature, Wildlife, Sunsets and Hiking. 📍 North Devon, England 🇬🇧
@mkmevy.bsky.social
Spare time photographer, musician and engineering manager by day Mariokaorumevy.com Curious observer and wanderer, interested in science and society. Often listening to something jazzy.