I wrote an article for MSR’s blog the Summit Register. I’ve been wanting to write this for at least 2 years, as a lot of what I do is help people figure out how to hike a route like the Oregon Desert Trail.
This one was fun as I was able to poll some other route creators (and incredible hikers, and pretty awesome people): Liz “Snorkle” Thomas, Cam “Swami” Honan, Justin “Trauma” Lichter, Sage Clegg, and Paul “Mags” Magnanti.
Give it a read!
She-ra Hikes 
You’ve offered some great advice about routes here. I’d just add that even a long dayhike can include both trails & routes and when it does, what you say about navigating & ethics routes certainly applies.
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Yes! Very true
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No doubt, you have clearly defined the difference between routes and trail. It was really worth reading this. Thanks Sheraa.
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