The deciding factor? A subtle but significant line called a watershed divide. Northeast Ohio sits on a continental-scale hydrological boundary known as the St. Lawrence Continental Divide.

Originating near Divide Mountain, the creek splits at the Kicking Horse pass. The water flows west into Summit Lake and east into the Bow River. Sitting on the continental divide at Athabasca Pass ...

Traveling along the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) is a goal for many outdoor enthusiasts. The CDT is widely considered one of the most challenging long-distance trails in the world, so it’s not for ...