Results for 'Day hiking'

Glacier Glasses Guide: History, How They Work & The 10 Best to Trust in the Wild

Designed to protect eyes from the extreme solar radiation at high altitudes and UV reflections from snow, glacier glasses make function look stylish

What It's Like to Sailing to Norway's North Cape, the Northernmost Point of Europe

Fjords, whales, empty beaches, endless islands, and stunning hikes, this remote region inside the Arctic Circle is an escape worth planning for

Ultralight Innovator Pa'lante Introduces Its First Bag for Backcountry Ski Missions

Hands-on with the new minimalist backpack designed to haul just the essentials (avy gear included) on fast and light backcountry missions

New York's Only Black-Owned Outdoor Store Reflects on Two Years of Community Building

A conversation with the founders of Brooklyn gear shop Outlandish on creating a hub for gear lovers, making the outdoors more accessible, and more

A Winter Hiking Guide to Colorado's Tallest Mountain and Classic 14er, Mount Elbert

Which route to take, what to wear, and all else to know about summiting the tallest mountain in Colorado (and 2nd highest in the continental U.S.)

Snag Deals on Used Outdoor Gear Online and IRL at These 10 Marketplaces

Looking for affordable tents, sleeping bags, hiking boots, and bikes? These online and in-person retailers have you covered with gently used gear

The Best Outdoor Brands for Hikers, Campers, and Climbers

Our gear expert has tested thousands of rain shells, day packs, and base layers over the last few decades. Here are the labels he trusts the most.

New Brand Kitworks Launches to Make It Easier—and More Fun—to Store All Your Gear

Tired of plastic Rubbermaid bins, this new company has a novel theory about outdoor gear organization (it's modular and involves lots of accessories)

The 15 Best Lake Tahoe Cabin Rentals on Airbnb for Year-Round Escapes

From South Lake to Tahoe City to Incline Village, here's our top cabin picks for outdoorsy R&R surrounding North America’s largest alpine lake

Why I Hiked 13 Hours into the Japanese Alps to Restore the Trails Around a Remote Hut

Located in Chubu Sangaku National Park, the remote Kumonodaira Hut is a hiker's paradise—here's why I spent a week volunteering to help preserve it

Yellowstone Peaks Hotel Delivers Minimalist Micro Cabins & Easy Access to Adventure

What to expect from a 48 hour visit to the new boutique hospitality project offering easy access to fishing, skiing, and Yellowstone National Park

How a Photographic Obsession Became a New Book About Japanese Vending Machines

A conversation with longtime Field Mag editor and photographer Tanner Bowden about his new photo book, travel, and self publishing

Light as Air, Warm as a Furnace: A Guide to the Best Ultralight Down Jackets

Everything you should know about lightweight down jackets, from how they're made—and what they're made of—to tested and approved recommendations

A Women's Guide on What to Wear When Hiking in Any Climate

When out in nature, the question of "what to wear" includes safety and comfort -- here's how to choose the right clothing for any kind of weather

Affordable vs Premium Day Packs: How to Know When to Splurge on Hiking Gear

Are fancy packs worth the money? Understand the differences between affordable and premium day hiking backpacks to make an informed decision

The Ultimate Hiking Gear Checklist for Beginner Hikers: Where to Start & What to Pack

Hit the trails prepared with our complete guide and checklist to hiking gear, from shoes to backpacks, according to pros

Modern Design Meets the Mountains at This Retro Motel near Stowe, Vermont

A first hand look at Outbound Hotels’ new property, where A-frame cabins and easy access to skiing, hiking, and mtb trails lets you live like a local

We Fastpacked the Toughest Trek in Europe So You Don't Have to

A comprehensive overview of the legendary 112-mile trail, from history to what I learned while fastpacking it, and what I would do differently

Inside the Evolution of Pa’lante, From Ultralight Backpacks to Apparel & Beyond

How the innovative brand defies definition, from outfitting FKT thru-hikes in 2017 to launching apparel inspired by climbing, fly fishing, and skating

The 8 Best GPS Watches for Hiking, Cycling, and Everyday Wear

Our team of gear testers took these GPS smartwatches for months of testing in Southern Oregon to determine which is best for a range of users

The Field Mag Guide to Hiking the Legendary Alta Via 1 in the Italian Dolomites

From planning and travel tips to backing list and epic photography, here we show all you need to know about the stunning hut-to-hut hiking route

The Jasper Zionic Adapts KEEN's Iconic Approach Shoe for Modern Life

Hands-on with the all-new outdoor sneaker, built with a climbing style upper inspired by the Jasper and the Zionic's rugged performance outsole

Trip Report: Backpacking the Adirondacks with a Packraft and Fly Rod

An early-fall outing to New York's northernmost mountain range in search of mountain lake-dwelling trout and a slice of solitude

Finnish Footwear Label Tarvas Introduces New Style to Tread Trails and Through Town

The new premium hiker brings a touch of menswear panache to the outdoors, or perhaps some outdoor style to the city commuter