Hiking

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

Adventurer Colin O'Brady on Walking Across Antarctica, Meditating, & His New Book

In "The 12-Hour Walk," the world record-holding explorer argues that a salve for mental fog and anxiety is to go for a very, very long walk

Architect-Designed Shelters Protect Hikers in Australia's Grampians National Park

In the province of Victoria, an architecture firm known for complex urban projects created thru-hiking shelters that match the rugged landscape

Find Your Perfect Pant, Short, or Something In-between with These Zip-Off Pants

Zip-off pants are coming back into fashion...and we're not mad about it. From chilly mornings to hot mid day hikes, convertible pants fit the bill

Exclusive: New York Brands Hikerkind & Allmansright Release New EDC Collab

From Brooklyn and the Bronx, two design-driven New York City upstarts come together for a limited-edition bottle bag for use in town and on the trail

This Filtering Water Bottle Is Your Ticket to Better International Travel

With its namesake filter, these stainless steel bottles make sketchy streams and public water taps safe while traveling abroad and close to home

A Hands-on Look at Lululemon Hike, the Athleisure Giant's New Outdoor Line

A healthy dose of GORP makes the yoga brand's dedicated foray into hiking gear and apparel a surprising success

This Italian-Made Hiking Shoe Is Made of Kelvar—and Unlike Any Other You'll See

Borne from six generations of outdoor footwear know-how, the new trail shoe brings novel materials together with unique construction methods

Photo Essay: 72 Hours in South Dakota, an Overlooked Mecca of Adventure

A long weekend travel guide to some of America’s most striking (and accessible) landscapes in the Black Hills, Badlands National Park, and beyond

Hikerkind Drops First Ever Full Collection to Dress Hikers On and Off the Trail

Inspired by the triple crown of hiking, the debut line of minimalist women's gear aims to inspire confidence on trail through comfort and style

In Defense of Heavy Gear: An Anti-Ultralight Op-Ed

As the ultralight trend continues to build momentum and evangelists, let us not forget the bulky, burdensome equipment that got us here

Everything You Need to Know About Hiking Iceland's Famous Laugavegur Trail

Spanning 34 miles in southern Iceland, this beloved route serves as a more adventurous alternative to the heavily touristed Ring Road

The 10 Best Hydration Packs for Running, Hiking, Biking & More

The best way to stay hydrated during long trail days and high-effort activities is to make sure your water is easy to access

Photo Essay: A Grand Reunion on the Rugged Arizona Trail

After a decade apart and amid pandemic upheaval, two old friends reconnect on 100 miles of the famed Arizona National Scenic Trail (aka the AZT)

It's Time to Embrace Hiking Leggings. Here's Our Top 12 Picks for Women & Men

Discover the best trail-ready leggings for hiking, plus tips on how to choose the right pair for your next adventure

The 11 Best Hiking Pants for Women, According to Women Outdoorists

A sorta-comprehensive and entirely subjective list of the most stylish adventure-ready pants (and leggings)

5 Best Weekend Backpacking Trips in California to Do This Summer

Use these helpful guides to plan your next trip now, and find yourself among nature once the stay-at-home order lifts

Hit the Trail This Summer with These Women's Hiking Apparel Essentials

A quick and dirty guide to choosing the best women’s hiking clothes, plus our top picks for trail-ready apparel

Why You Should Consider Georgia (the Country) as Your Next Adventure Destination

At the intersection of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, between the Black Sea and Caspian Sea, sits a dreamland for hiking, overlanding, skiing & more

New Bodega x Hoka One One Collaboration Is High in Support and Style

The bi-coastal retailer and kings of cushy footwear meet to create on a limited edition Gore-Tex trail hiker and recovery slide for everyday wear

Osprey Unveils All-New UNLTD Line of Premium Backpacking Packs

Utilizing 3D printing and other high-end manufacturing processes, the Colorado-based brand's new bags create a higher tier of backpacks for hikers

LifeStraw Peak Series, Survival-Grade Water Filtration for Everyday Outdoorists

With light and durable designs, the new five-piece collection brings best-in-class filtration to car camping, thru-hiking, and everything in between