A Road Trip Guide to the Best National Park & Wilderness Hikes in Washington State
Contributor Micah Ling set out on a 6-month road trip to visit the West Coast's best parks. Here, she shares highlights from the Evergreen State
Did You Know There's a 200+ Mile Trail Through and Around Chicago?
Everything you need to know about the OuterBelt Trail, which passes through the Windy City's best parks, nearby forest preserves, and historic sites
The 9 Best Double Sleeping Bags for More Comfy Couples Camping
These full-featured, two-person sleeping bags make spending the night in nature as comfortable—and cuddle friendly—as at home
What I Learned Rafting One of the Last Wild Rivers
An 11-day, 160-mile journey through where BC, the Yukon, and Alaska collide in one of the last truly wild and undisturbed natural regions on Earth
Why Our Gear Expert Has Basically Given Up on Chemical Sunscreen
After too many absolutely brutal sunburns, longtime gear guy Joe Jackson learned to embrace the embarrassing look of thick mineral-based sunscreens
A Local's Guide to Visiting Jackson Hole This Summer
More than just a scenic stopover—here’s why Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is the ultimate place to stay and play this summer
Astrotourism Is A Top Travel Trend for 2025—But What Is It Exactly?
Real dark night skies are becoming harder to find, following the stars is a sustainable way for outdoor travelers to see the cosmos up close
Why You Should Hike Japan's New Michinoku Coastal Trail Next Winter
Though the MCT is often hiked in the fall or spring, those who brave it in colder months will be rewarded with singular beauty and tastier fish
Can the Peak Design Roller Pro Carry-On Make Me Ditch My Favorite Duffel?
The first piece of rolling luggage from Peak Design combines hardshell and softshell in one thoughtfully designed suitcase. We put it to the test.
Why the Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Is Still Our Favorite Adventure Bag
Our resident gear expert reflects on why, 21 years after launch, the legendary Black Hole Duffel remains an unbeatable option for hauling outdoor gear
On the Fjällräven Polar, Anyone Can Be an Arctic Explorer
What it's like to experience the 200-mile dog sled expedition above Sweden’s Arctic Circle—a yearly event making polar adventure more accessible
I Hate Roller Bags. But I Love the New Mystery Ranch Mission Wheelie
How one gnarly cross-country trip with this rugged rolling duffel bag changed my perspective on checked bags after a lifetime of carry-on-only living
16 Japanese Outdoor Brands You Need to Know About
Japan's longstanding culture of hiking, camping, skiing, and taking in nature is alive and well thanks to a growing group of design-minded gear makers
Behind the Scenes of Ben Weiland's New Surf Film, Made in Alaska's Aleutian Islands
Q&A: Director Ben Weiland and photographer Nick Foster discuss creativity, cameras, surf, and their new film "The Search for Volcano Island"
Bedrock Sandals Updates the Cult Hero Mountain Clog With New Colors for Fall
How the cult sandal brand's comfy new clog stacks up against daily wear in town, while. traveling, and of course, on the trail
Glamping in California: The 20 Best Spots for a Luxe Outdoor Experience
It's time to embrace the trend of "glamorous camping” and these awesome, expertly picked locations across California are a great place to dive in
5 Adventurous Things to Do in Jackson Hole This Summer
Head to the high mountain valley to experience summer's best adventures in Jackson Hole, Wyoming
LifeStraw Debuts Its Sleekest Personal Water Filter Straw Yet, Designed for Daily Use
Hands on with the brand's most compact personal water filter straw to date, made with a high-tech microfilter that's perfect for travel & everyday use
10 Clean Sunscreens That Are Environment-Friendly & Non-Toxic for Daily Use
Tested and approved, these environmentally friendly sunscreens will protect your skin and the environment, all year long
These Are the 11 Best Walking Shoes for Any Trip or Adventure
Whether you're trekking across the Grand Canyon or through Grand Central, you'll want a pair of supportive and responsive shoes to get you going
Exploring Unzen Onsen, One of Japan’s Best Hidden Hiking Hotbeds
A local's guide to Japan's first national park and its neighboring hot spring town, where visitors can experience a slice of authentic life in Japan
Backpacking and Fly Fishing in the California's Sierra Nevada Mountains
Taking several thousand steps outside of one’s comfort zone with fly rod in hand and sights set on fish filled high elevation lakes
Michinoku Coastal Trail Guide: What to Know About Japan's New 1,000 km Trail
This scenic trail winds through rugged coastlines, dense forests, and historic towns, helping revitalize a region still reeling from the 2011 tsunami
Photo Essay: Behind the Scenes at the 2023 Vans Pipe Masters Surf Competition
35mm and medium format film photos from the legendary Hawaiian surf competition where the world's best surfers compete for $500k in cash—and glory