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6 new books that backpackers will love this season.

The hiker scrambled down a ledge to hide from the bear.

Here's the gear we used to make the next-level camp food in our story Hike Hard, Eat Well.

Only have a day to spare? Here are our short-and-sweet picks for 10 popular national parks

These eerily beautiful ghost towns—complete with abandoned mines and train depots—add historical interest to nearby hikes.

Here are 10 poisonous and otherwise hazardous flowers to watch out for on the trail.

A new apparel company puts its focus on trail work.

Summer's blooms can last forever - if you know how to capture them.

Awwwww.

Want to feel young? Hike to some of the continent's coolest prehistoric sites.

The "bear-crow" comes armed with 25,000 volts of electricity.

Everyone's a critic, it seems—especially when it comes to national parks. Our man scoured Yelp to find out what some Americans really think about America's Best Idea.

Our reader reporter rounds up her favorite new products from the show floor.

The backcountry stove market is heating up! We tracked down six brand-new options for cooks of every kind, plus one revolutionary pot.

Keith Matthew Emerald was charged with two felonies and two misdemeanors.

Experts are pretty sure it's not a man in a bear suit.

"Livability" is this year's buzzword for tents. Some do it by cutting weight, others by making huge tents you can stand in. Our senior editor picked out his favorites.

eVent membrane technology goes stretchy—and that's great news for the evolution of softshells.

These towers offer the best views in town, and you can hike to them.

The state may become a literal Bear Republic once more.

Check out Backpacker Editors's author page.

A new interspecies alliance is born.

An expert's reading list for Minnesota's premier hiking-and-paddling destination.

Critics are not happy.

Whip up this easy trail meal for luxurious fine dining under the stars.

Yes, you could hike the PCT twice for the cost of a two-week trip to the roof of Africa. But you won’t see any monkeys in the Sierra.

Yellowstone's brown bears could lose their federally protected status.

These juicy, saucy, super-simple mini sandwiches bring hearty home cooking to camp. Pair them with our Simple Slaw for the perfect backcountry meal.

Good old raisins and peanuts feeling…well…old? Mix it up with one of these innovative combos. Jealous friends guaranteed.

Daniel Pauly, 47, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, wrote a guidebook for the area after he spent the past two decades exploring the 1,500 miles of canoe routes and portages. “I’ve covered pretty much all it,” he says. In addition to his own book, here’s the res

Daredevils may no longer be welcome.

Cool off this summer with these shade-filled trails and swimming holes.

After watching the latest close encounter, our resident bear breaks down his favorite moments when bears and hikers have crossed paths.

Channing Tatum, Zac Efron, and Ben Stiller will accompany Bear into the wild.

He climbed 300 feet up a rock wall, but couldn't descend.

This is becoming its own mini-genre.

Want to fall asleep to the sound of lapping waves? Nab one of these prime waterfront campsites.

These see-worthy beacons are just a day hike away.

A broken leg left Gregg Hein stranded on 13,563-ft Mount Goddard.

Washington is fighting 50 separate blazes.

From folk songs to oldies to rock 'n roll, this eclectic list will inspire your next trip.

The first trailer for the Cheryl Strayed adaptation is out.

Grizzlies = $$$$$

Meet the two latest additions to our gear-testing team!

327 trail-tested products from 2014

Check out Katie Herrel's author page.

He was stranded on a sheer rock face near Washington's Snoqualmie Pass.

Some of the park's buffalo herd could be relocated.

Who says rocks have to be boring? You can hike and/or paddle to these 10 geological wonders.

A new anthology features writings from Muir, Roosevelt, London, and more.

Take your camp food to the next level with these essential items.

When you’re ready to shave pounds from your pack, it’s time to invest in ultralight gear. Here’s a look at some of our all-time favorite featherweights.

Keep a plastic bag in your pack as a no-weight lifesaver. Here are 6 ways it might come in handy.

This month's Photo School photographer picks 10 of his favorite shots from around the world. See more of Jack's work at www.mountainphotography.com.

It's an adaptation of the 2003 book 'Climb to Conquer.'

The 21-year-old man was evacuated after falling near Thatchtop Mountain.

Nick Papageorge is seeking damages for injuries sustained during the search.

The 8,362-foot Pavlof volcano is one of Alaska's most active.

Want to get your kids to love the outdoors? Outfit 'em the right way.

Five people have died in a particular section of Eaton Canyon since 2011.

The bolt struck a tree just a few feet away.

The bolt struck a tree just a few feet away.

Trek Wine aims for outdoor oenophiles.

What’s better than a perfect alpine sunset? Seeing it doubled. Here’s how to nab the shot.

Yep, you read that right.

Geraldine Largay, a.k.a. "Inchworm" was last seen on July 22, 2013.

The 5-year-old golden retriever was reunited with her family earlier this month.

A curious black bear tags along on a trail run.

The 60-year-old man was last seen Saturday.

"Amazing Grace" was one of the original '46ers.'

The interactive museum showcases the mountain's notoriously extreme weather.

A 19-year-old hiker was rescued from the eastern face last month.

Rangers found the stash while investigating an illegally parked RV.

Critics are not happy.

You can make your own custom topo maps for free.

BACKPACKER readers are climbing 14,180-ft Mt. Shasta in support of Big City Mountaineers! Check out the photos from their summit bid.

One great thing about being out on the trail is allowing your schedule to be ruled by the rising and setting sun. Here are the best sunrises and sunsets you photographed and submitted to our photo contest this year.

How to fix zippers, wash a sleeping bag correctly, waterproofing and make boots last.

The proceeds will benefit the Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary in Santa Fe, NM.