by Heather | Feb 14, 2011 | Atlas Mountains, Morocco Articles
With five distinct mountain ranges, trekking in Morocco is a year-round activity. From the rugged Rif mountains in the north to the dramatic Anti Atlas that spill out to the southern Souss plains, dozens of routes for hiking and trekking are accessible during whatever... by JoAnna | Sep 6, 2010 | Atlas Mountains, Morocco Articles
Not far from the High Atlas Mountains are the mountains of the Jebel Sahro. The starkness of this range belies the beauty found there. Although this area is not as well traveled by trekkers it is well worth the trip. The landscape is awash in mesas with flat tops,... by JoAnna | Aug 30, 2010 | Atlas Mountains, Morocco Articles
If you are thinking of visiting Morocco for the trekking opportunities in the High Atlas Mountains, there is no bad time to go. Depending on what type of trek you desire and your physical abilities, you will be able to find a trek at any time of the year. There are a... by JoAnna | Jul 5, 2010 | Atlas Mountains, Morocco Articles
For outdoor enthusiasts who want to experience trekking in Morocco without the crowds—or for those who have been to Morocco before but are looking for new places to explore—look no further than northern Morocco. Talassemtane National Park, a vast area with 150,000... by JoAnna | Apr 29, 2010 | Atlas Mountains, Morocco Articles
People travel from around the world to trek Morocco’s Atlas Mountains. The most southern of the country’s ranges is known as the Anti-Atlas, which spans from the Atlantic Ocean in the southwest to Ouarzazate in the north. The Sahara Desert borders the... by Sam | Apr 8, 2009 | Atlas Mountains, Morocco Articles
Tizi-n-Test is a pass at 2100 meters above sea level. It is characterized by greenery juxtaposing red clay hills and roads. Tizi-n-Test is the point in the High Atlas Mountains where the many valleys of Marrakesh meet the Sahara of Morocco. Trekking in Morocco...