At 2,795 miles, the King Charles III England Coast Path is on track to become the world’s longest coastal trail. Wild in some places and suburban in others, walking along it offers an incredible education in Englishness.
When Apple introduced the ability to automatically call for help via satellite in 2022, critics feared it would encourage hikers to be reckless. But a year later, one of the United States’ busiest search and rescue outfits is praising it—and other new safety tech from the company—as a “game changer.”
The cold months are the perfect time to dream about—and prepare for—adventures ahead.
Experimenting with your dehydrator is a fun and productive way to while away the cold months.
Honing your sewing skills will help you repair your favorite gear—or unleash your creative side.
Yeah, your iPhone camera may have a million megapixels. But packing a pencil allows you to capture memories from the trail, and see the landscape in a new way.
From a trail-ready pourover setup to some smart (and light) spices, these 10 gifts will help up any hiker's cooking game.
Doyle set a speed record on the AT 50 years ago, long before YouTubers and partying twentysomethings had flooded the iconic trail. Through his Appalachian Trail Institute, which he's run since 1989, he’s still trying to convert a new generation of thru-hikers to his personal philosophy of what the trail should be.
The author and thru-hiker is hosting his first book talk for "Journeys North" in Boulder, Colorado's Carsen Theater December 5 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Leki’s Hemp One Vario poles prove that hemp is a viable option for sustainable outdoor gear.
Our new weekly discussion program covers outdoor recreation and adventure
Check out these insider tips on how to take the road less traveled and visit Australia’s adventure epicenter
This isn't your grandfather's canvas pack: From a lightweight bivy to a foam sleeping pad that adds structure to frameless packs, this gear was made for the trail.
Think hut-to-hut hikes only exist in the mountains of Europe? These four trails in the states will prove you wrong.
Celebrate Giving Tuesday by supporting two organizations that are preparing the next generation of outdoor advocates and environmentalists.
As fall gives way to winter, these smart pieces of gear are keeping us outside.
The Rich Mountain Fire burned 60 acres, just days after another blaze in the park closed part of the Appalachian Trail.
What do you get for the hiker who has everything? We asked our editors.
Challenge Outdoor's textile lineup is growing. Here's how to know what you’re buying.
Lighten your pack, not your wallet, with these deals from Garage Grown Gear's annual holiday sale.
Miles of the AT and Blue Ridge Parkway have closed over the past week as crews battle blazes in North Carolina and Virginia.
Because there's snow doubt that winter hiking rules.
Need a new shelter? These four deals make upgrading a little less painful.
If you're not doing fourth-season hiking, you're missing out on low-to-no crowds and completely transformed vistas from the season before.
Snow on the ground? Snow problem. With some know-how, the right gear, and the right mindset, you can be a four-season hiker. Follow along with our experts as we take you through the art and science of cold-weather backpacking.
Knowing how to keep warm could help save your life if things go wrong on a winter hike.
When it comes to packing for a winter camping trip, separating good advice from falsehoods can be difficult.
Drifts got you down? Use these tips to travel efficiently in even deep pow.
If you're dreading the impending frosty temps, now's the time to teach your body how to handle it through deliberate cold exposure.
Raynaud's Phenomenon stings (literally). Here's how to manage the condition so you can hike comfortably all winter long.
There are ways to coexist peacefully with wildlife, but this definitely isn't one of them.
A longtime backpacker discovers a whole new way to explore the Canadian Rockies.
Rich Moore and his dog Finney disappeared on a hike in Colorado in August. Ten weeks later, crews found the dog alive. Now, friends and family are trying to understand what happened.
Cold-weather apparel picks for the active person in your life who loves spending time in nature, no matter the temperature
The smallest gifts are sometimes the most useful. Snag one of these three-ounce-or-less upgrades for the hiker on your list.
You’ve heard of long-distance hiking’s Big Three, but North America has more amazing thru-hikes to discover. Find a new challenge—and a new perspective on the backcountry—on these incredible lesser-known trails.
Hitting the trail with someone may be the best way to get to know them. But what if that "someone" is your new hubby?
We're going back to our roots—all the way back—by bringing back our original logo from 1973.
Search and rescue officials are urging adventurers to carry appropriate gear after an unprepared hiker nearly died on one of the state’s high mountains.
These ready-to-gift products from Hydro Flask make holiday presents as simple as putting a bow on it
Go beyond the standard-issue spork with these trail-ready items.
Itacate’s dehydrated meals fill the backpacking void with chilaquiles, Caldo Tlalpeño, and sopa de lentejas.
After discussions about making the system permanent, three of America's most popular national parks are extending their timed entry pilot programs instead.
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy announced this week that it had purchased 850 acres of land beneath McAfee Knob, in part using funds from an agreement with the developers of the controversial Mountain Valley Pipeline.
The ordeal is a reminder to value your own situational awareness over what Big Tech may tell you about a trail.
The weather may be unpredictable this time of year, but that doesn't mean you need to trade your trail runners for big, bulky boots. Our experts picked five low-cut, lightweight shoes tailor-made for backpacking during shoulder season.
Craving an escape, but don't want the commitment required to complete a months-long thru-hike? Try these fourteen-day-long adventures.
After otters bit three wild swimmers in the Sierra, state wildlife officials are urging caution.
National Park Service encourages hikers to avoid Whiteoak Canyon and Old Rag due to poor air quality.
Those little crispy cookies your grandma gave you when you were a kid don’t seem like they’d be packed with energy. But they aren’t just shockingly calorically dense: They’re durable and delicious, too.
FKTs are dropping like flies. But the strategy for making miles might be impacting hikers' health.
A video of eight-legged creepy-crawlies clustering on a backpacker’s tent in Lake Clark National Park and Preserve last month had arachnophobic hikers vowing to stay a thousand miles away. But look a little closer, and you might just gain a new appreciation for the Alaskan wilderness.
The Nemo Tensor Extreme Conditions weighs just over one pound and is unbelievably warm
The family in this viral video received a lot of praise for their calm demeanor, but they shouldn't have given this bear a seat at the table.
And Alfredo Aliaga is already planning his return to come back and do it again next year.
Australia’s Northern Territory is a must-visit destination for outdoor adventure—enter this trip giveaway to experience it for yourself
Lighting a fire is one of those skills that just takes practice—but knowing a few tricks makes it a lot easier.
The iconoclast has become a staple in the ultralight community by refusing to follow trends.
A trail-running pack that's fit for autumn, a savory breakfast, and an accessory for eclipse-chasers round out our favorite gear of the month.
Grappling with loss and the singular desire to be a father, one hiker turned to the trail for solace.
The weather's getting colder, and that means your packing and planning strategies have to change. Steer clear of these backpacking mistakes for a smoother transition to fall.
Kristian Morgan set a new southbound FKT on the Appalachian Trail, but he’s not done yet
The Southern Sierra’s record snowpack may have contributed to a deadly accident on 14,505-foot Mount Whitney this month.
…including a Rice Krispie Treat for adults.
Think you only need to strengthen glutes and quads to be a better hiker? Think again.
David Cicotello and his brother embarked on an adventure that was meant to be a thrilling day of canyoneering. But their journey took an unexpected turn as a rappelling accident claimed David's brother's life, leaving him stranded on a narrow ledge for 6 days.
Ready to hike to the highest point in Hawaii? Ascend Mauna Kea's volcanic slopes to a summit high above the clouds. This challenging day hike is among the most spectacular on the planet.
For most AT thru-hikers, Katahdin is the finish line. For Will French, it was the halfway point on a 25-year, 4,320-mile journey along the prehistoric spine of the Appalachians.
Because willing to hike with you for 14 sweaty, stinky hours (and still have a good time) is the biggest green flag of them all.
A searching mother, a headless gunslinger, a mysterious light to show you the way: these national parks are home to hair-raising tales
One of the hottest, driest places in the world has a brand-new lake festooned with wildflowers—but park officials say it won't be around for long.
After beating gray zone lymphoma (twice), Alec Sills-Trausch hit the trails to relearn what it meant to feel alive.
Make your headlamp pull double-duty as a warm, inviting light for camp gatherings with these low or no-weight techniques.
Gerber’s new Assert balances functionality, quality, and price point.
A grizzly-curious writer decides to train as a bear guide in British Columbia, and surprises himself along the way
We tested dozens of baselayers to help you choose the best one for your winter adventures
What you put closest to your skin and make or break your day on the mountain. Don’t mess this one up.
We picked the nine best new fleeces, puffies, and heavyweight layers to block out the cold this season.
These weatherproof gloves and mitts are designed to outlast your stamina on the slopes
Like the lunch meat in your sandwich, your midlayer should suit your personal taste and complement the conditions