Hiking

Tips, Tricks, & Gear to Make Camping With Kids Fun and (Mostly) Stress Free

Getting outside with young kids isn't always easy, but these parents have some advice for whatever outdoor adventurer you may be planning

The 10 Best Ponchos for Surfing, Camping, and Other Outdoor Adventures

One of the most slept on articles of gear/clothing, the poncho is an essential item for staying warm, dry, and cozy, at the campsite, beach, and home

Vermont Is Building a New Network of Backcountry Huts. Here's What You Should Know

A unique partnership with private landowners aims to link the entire state with a continuous system of trails and shelters for hikers, bikers, skiers

Photo Essay: Chasing the Famous & Rare Golden Larch in North Cascades National Park

Medium format photos from deep in the rugged alpine of Washington State, where each fall for rare moment a brilliant gold hue overtakes the evergreen

A Pro Outdoor Photographer's Tips & Gear Recs for Shoulder Season Adventures

Learn the do's and don'ts for staying comfortable, dry, and warm in shoulder season weather without carrying an overloaded pack

Everything You Need to Know About Hiking the Northern Japanese Alps

North of Tokyo in the Nagano, Toyama, and Gifu prefectures, the peaks collectively known as the Hida Mountains or Japanese Alps are a hiker's dream

For Rain or Shine, These Are the 9 Best Women's Hiking Jackets Out There

Packable, waterproof, insulated: whatever type of hiking jacket you need, we've found the best of the best

The 10 Best Travel Pants for Women, No Matter Where Your Adventures Takes You

Whether going by bike, plane, car, or just commuting around town on foot, these pants are deliver restriction-free comfort without sacrificing style

Artist Travis Weller on Trail Running, Finding Balance & His New Roark Collab

A conversation with the acclaimed California transplant on the release of a new apparel collaboration with Roark's Run Amok line

Tested & Approved: The 10 Best Sports Bras for Climbing, Yoga, Hiking, and More

Because it's not easy to find a sports bra that's comfortable, supportive, and fits well (especially when you have muscles)

Teva's New Geotrecca Is a Fashion-Influenced Hiker for Style-Obsessed Outdoorists

Made with certified sustainable and recycled materials, these weatherproof boots look to fashion sneaker design for a fresh take on outdoor footwear

Hyperlite Mountain Gear's New Pack & Tent Are a Thru-Hiker's Dream

Combined with the Maine-based brand’s new down quilt, the new 40-liter backpack and two-person tent create the ultimate "big 3" backcountry system

Matador's Beast28 Helium Is One of the Lightest Frame Backpacks for Hiking & Climbing

This Colorado gear maker continues to push the boundaries of sleek design and adventure gear with a new pack that's super-light and super-durable

Where to Stay When Visiting Tofino, the Surf Capital of Canada

With year-round surf, ancient rainforests, and inspiring wildlife, the humble Vancouver Island village is a year-round destination for nature lovers

This Canadian Brand Made the Most Durable Down Jacket of the Year

Part of a new unisex collection that includes cargo pants and fleece, the Salem Dyneema Down Parka is a jacket that can take on an apocalypse

The 7 Best Squamish, British Columbia Cabins on Airbnb (and Elsewhere)

An hour north of Vancouver, Squamish has become on adventure capital with easy access to rock climbing, mountain biking, rafting, and skiing

14 Camping Cookware Essentials You Didn't Know You Needed

Less isn't always more—elevate your next outdoor meal with these useful, sometimes unnecessary but always cool camp cookware essentials and upgrades

REI's Latest Collab Gear Collection Is All About Inclusivity in the Outdoors

The fresh, 22-piece collection of fleece, jackets, pants, packs, and more goes from town to trail and meets the needs of the Black outdoor community

onX Backcountry GPS App Review: Off-Trail Navigating in Big Sky Wilderness

Testing the new navigational tool in Montana for an intimate look at its 3D mapping and wayfinding features, info on trails and public lands, and more

A Guide to the Eclectic Mountain Huts & Hiking Shelters of the Japanese Alps

Japan has a long tradition of hiking—here, we dive into the system of mountain lodges where hikers can take shelter and find a warm, home cooked meal

Exploring the Muskwa-Kechika, a Remote & Beautiful Part of the Canadian Rockies

The unique Management Area offers an example of how conservation, industry, and government can work together, but its future isn't guaranteed

13 Great Day Hikes for a Quick Escape Near Portland, Oregon

Waterfalls, scrambles, leisurely hikes, and more, explore the rich nature that surrounds Oregon's largest city

This New Activewear Collection Proves Trendiness & Sustainability Can Coexist

With a new sustainable fabric tech, Girlfriend Collective is applying "leave no trace" concepts to its line of trendy, size-inclusive activewear

South Dakota Needs to Be on Your Adventure Radar—Here's 13 Reasons Why

Hike the Black Hills, see the Badlands, discover mammoth bones and T-Rex fossils, tour real wild west towns, and more in the Mount Rushmore State