Are you looking for a challenging trek beyond the borders of Spain and/or Portugal? Local pilgrim, Julie Kordick, recently completed the Tour du Mount Blanc, a roughly 165km (100 mile) hiking circuit around the Mount Blanc massif in the Alps traversing through parts of France, Italy, & Switzerland. While not exactly a pilgrimage, it is…

6 miles mix of Easy & Difficult This is a great training hike because, like on the Camino, there is a hill to climb between sections of fairly flat terrain. We will meet at the Pima Canyon Trailhead (water and bathrooms available). From this trailhead we will walk the fire road (1.3 mi) and connect…

Join us for an engaging introduction to the Camino de Santiago, the iconic 500-mile pilgrimage route stretching from France to the western coast of Spain. This session will explore the rich history, diverse landscapes, and transformative experience of walking the Camino, shared by experiences trekkers! Whether you’re just discovering the Camino or actively planning your…

We missed out in 2024 due to Hurricane Helene, but the park is recovering nicely and welcoming visitors. Located in Alleghany and Wilkes counties 60 miles northwest of Winston-Salem, Stone Mountain State Park is home to the 600-foot granite dome that is a designated National Natural Landmark and the historic Hutchinson Homestead, a restored mid-19th-century…

Please join us for an event that’s all about gear! What to pack, what to leave behind, and lots of great tips and information about different types of fabric and gear that will make your Camino more manageable, whether you plan to walk with a full pack or a day pack. You will have an…

Join REI for a presentation and discussion on walking the Camino de Santiago trail in northern Spain. Become acquainted with the history, landscapes, and what it’s like to be a Camino trekker. Preparations for the journey will be discussed, including backpacking gear needed. Explore with us the many layers of this ancient path designated as…

Announcing American Pilgrims' Next Hospitalero Training Session October 31-November 2, 2025 La Foret Conference & Retreat Center Colorado Springs, Colorado Our next hospitalero training session will be held Oct. 31 – Nov. 2, 2025, at La Foret Conference & Retreat Center, 6145 Shoup Road, Colorado Springs, CO, 80908 Registration costs $295.00 and includes two nights' lodging, six meals (Friday dinner through Sunday lunch),…

Join us on this walk that takes place on the first Saturday of the month, rain or shine! We meet at the “The Columns” (aka Pergola) on the northeast corner of Oakland’s Lake Merritt at 10:30 AM. It’s a flat, paved 3.5-mile walk around the lake that takes about an hour and a half. Afterwards,…

Please join us for a casual coffee meetup! This will be an opportunity to come together and discuss all things Camino. Share stories, ask questions, seek advice-whatever you’re looking for from our community of pilgrims! We hope to see you there.

Join us for the Chicago Chapter monthly hike. It takes place every second Saturday of the month and starts at 10 AM Central. More details are sent close to each month end via email. Please add yourself to our mailing list by clicking on the link below. https://americanpilgrims.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=df43ab236f5b1e62c47c0ec55&id=7b79b0ef2d