Barbara Polk Washburn, First Woman to Ascend Denali, Dies at 99
A noted climber, Washburn also made significant contributions to cartography.
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The Best Hikes for Thrill-Seekers
Wild, adventurous, and possibly dangerous trails.
Channel Islands National Park: Torrey Pines Loop
Squeeze this 4.3-mile dayhike in before the ferry departs for the mainland. Highlights: super rare pine trees and breezy views of the mighty Pacific.
Readers' Choice 2015 Survey
Got five minutes? Tell us about your favorite places and things, and you could win a prize from our gear closet!
Survival School: Windproof Your Fire
Wind can destroy your fire or create a serious forest fire hazard. Here's how to windproof it.
Survival School: Windproof Your Fire
Wind can destroy your fire or create a serious forest fire hazard. Here's how to windproof it.
Survival School: Six Things That Burn
A lot of unexpected things burn long and hot enough to get your fire going. Here are six that you can make at home and pack with you.
Survival School: Six Things That Burn
A lot of unexpected things burn long and hot enough to get your fire going. Here are six that you can make at home and pack with you.
Survival School: Fire 101
Learn the right way to site, start, maintain, and extinguish a low-impact fire.
Survival School: Fire 101
Learn the right way to site, start, maintain, and extinguish a low-impact fire.
Survival School: Start a Fire With One Match
Only one match left? Here's how to get a campfire going.
Survival School: Start a Fire With One Match
Only one match left? Here's how to get a campfire going.
Survival School: Start a Fire With Whiskey
Put this backpacking-favorite libation to work in getting a fire going.
Survival School: Start a Fire With Whiskey
Put this backpacking-favorite libation to work in getting a fire going.
Survival School: Purify Water With a Plastic Bag
Boiling water is a guaranteed way to purify it, but in a survival situation, you probably won’t have a pot and stove. Here’s how to heat your water with just a plastic bag and a fire.
Gear Guide 2014: Electronics
Send messages from anywhere. Take better photos. Pack portable power. And five more gadget picks.
A Ghost Among Us
One woman's journey to the brink of what's possible on the Pacific Crest Trail.
Official Rules: Readers' Choice 2015 Survey
Check out RachelZ's author page.
U.S. Forest Service Aims to Restrict Wilderness Photography
A snapshot could cost up to $1,500 under new permit requirements.
Wolves Back Under Federal Protection in Wyoming
The tug-of-war over the iconic species continues.
SOVRN Test Page
Check out Katie Herrel's author page.
Café Black Bean Stew
This simple, no-mess meal is hearty, tasty, and oh-so-easy.
Cooking Technique: DIY Bag Bowls
Skip the camp clean-up by letting plastic bags do all the work.
Black Bear Kills Rutgers Student in New Jersey
It's New Jersey's first fatal bear attack in over 150 years.
Get Out More: Sleep Warmer
Our team shows you how to stay cozy on cold backcountry nights.
Get Out More Tour
Find out more about the Get Out More Tour - coming to a city near you!
Get Out More: How to Layer Your Clothing
Learn about the three layers: base, mid and outer shell.
Make Lemon Herb Trout
Take your fresh-caught trout to the next level with this recipe from Charlie Borrowman, cooking instructor for Wolf College at Washington.
Make Salmon Curry
Bold flavors, spices, and heat take this dish to the next level.
Wigwam Weather Warrior Sock Review
Calf-high socks perfect for all shoulder-season activities
Farm to Feet Adventure Sport Greensboro Low
Check out Kelly Bastone's author page.
Salomon Field Pant
Softshell pants that are waterproof from the knees down.
Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Down Jacket
A puffy perfect for volatile alpine conditions.
Mountain Khakis Rendezvous Quarter Zip Shirt
A midweight merino wool base- or midlayer.
Howler Brothers Loggerhead Longsleeve
Check out Kelly Bastone's author page.
Bergans Utne Shorts
Perfect for hiking in scorching temps, these barely-there nylon shorts balance stretch and quick drying time
Patagonia Upslope Full-Zip Fleece Hoody
A performance piece that feels like a sweatshirt.
Mammut Lugano/Ascona Shirt
A trail-worthy flannel.
Dynafit Trail Tee
A gauzy tee built for heat.
Mountain Hardwear Chockstone Midweight Active Pant
Slim-fitting pants with top-notch durability and weather resistance.
The Ten Essentials
Don't leave home without the 10 most important items in your pack.
Get Out More: What to Eat on the Trail
Use a simple calculation system to figure out how many calories you need to consume while on the trail.
Get Out More: How to Keep Your Gear Dry
Learn how to keep your pack and gear dry.
Make Delicious French Toast
This decadent breakfast treat will make your morning. Learn how to make it here, courtesy of American Alpine Institute's Andy Stephen.
Out Alive: Survive A Grizzly Attack
One couple's harrowing escape from a predatory bear.
Out Alive: Survive A Grizzly Attack
One couple's harrowing escape from a predatory bear.
Hikers Fight Off Mountain Lion
The big cat charged the group on a trail near Steamboat Springs, CO.
Matterhorn Lit Up Ahead of 150th Anniversary of First Ascent
Guides used headlamps to illuminate the historic route.
And Now, an Insane Music Video About Knot Tying
What does the knot say?
Bourbon Bread Pudding
Bread pudding is the ultimate way to end your day—or start it.
Fire Targets Invasive Fern in the Everglades
The controlled burn will cover 10,000 acres.
Fall Camping Guide
Hiking's best season is here, and we've got everything you need to make the most of it.
Hike Forever
After four decades of backpacking and climbing in Wyoming’s Wind River Range, 75-year-old Joe Kelsey is living proof that, while time may stop for no one, it might just slow down for hikers.
Rabid Bat Breaks Up Campground Jam Session
The winged creature took a bite out of the guitarist.
Smith Optics Pivlock Overdrive Sunglasses Review
The light weight, snug fit, and interchangeable lenses make these Smith shades extremely versatile.
The North Face Tadpole FL Tent Review
A two-person, freestanding tent that can handle any storm.
Freewaters GPS Sandal Review
A legtimately supportive camp sandal at a reasonable price.
Fjällräven Move-in Sleeping Bag Review
Check out Merrill McCauley's author page.
Solo Stove Titan Review
A wood-burning stove that collapses small and burns big.
Go Big: Insider's Guides
Expert advice and inside scoops on your favorite national parks and premier destinations.
Reading List: White Mountains, NH
A local expert picks his favorite books for this classic New England region.
September 2014 – Table of Contents
Check out Katie Herrel's author page.
Field Test: Daypacks
From ultralight to ultraweatherproof, our testers found the perfect load hauler for every trip and hiker.
CamelBak Fourteener 24 Daypack Review
A hydration pack made for big days.
Granite Gear Superior Daypack Review
Looks like a backpack, protects like a raincoat.
Osprey Talon 22/Tempest 20 Daypack Review
Your stuff disappears into this daypack, and it disappears on your back.
Exped Mountain Lite 20 Daypack Review
A simple, clean, top-loading rucksack.
Ultralight Packs
Roll these up and stow them in your duffel or big pack for summits or dayhikes.
Marmot Kompressor Verve 26 Daypack Review
A breathable pack for sweaty testers.
Salomon Synapse Flow 30 AW Daypack Review
A low-profile bag that the wily climbers loved.
The 12 Best Fall Leaf Hikes to See Color This Autumn
Grab your camera and hike to leaf-lover paradise this autumn.
Buzz for 'Wild' Builds at Telluride Film Festival
Reese Witherspoon hits the trail in the adaptation of Cheryl Strayed's PCT memoir. Our man gives his early review.
New Yosemite Wildfire Prompts Evacuations
The Meadow Fire has burned more than 2,500 acres.
Grizzly Bears Can Use Tools, Apparently
Rise of the Planet of the Grizzlies.
The Best Stargazing Spots for Backpackers
Pitch your tent in one of these 9 parks for a prime view of the cosmos.
The Best Volcano Hikes in the U.S.
Make like Frodo and climb one of these volcanically active peaks—no passport required.
Grand Canyon R2R Groups Will Now Need Permits
The popular route sees nearly 800 hikers per day on peak weekends.