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It's true that bears love their berries and fish. Find them, and you've found a great place to catch a glimpse of them.

Both governments plan to move forward, but security woes dog the project

Scout high deserts and mountains for these scrambling sheep.

Our resident bruin expert answers all your questions in our weekly feature, 'Ask A Bear.'

Want to see bears, moose, and everything in between? Our trip doctor has the hikes for you.

Sure you can, but it's not as simple as throwing it into the washing machine.

Spice up your backcountry menu with this flavorful and satisfying Asian staple.

In 20 minutes, you can have Asian in the backcountry.

Spice up ramen noodles with this easy Thai dish.

Learn to identify three families of clouds and you'll be able to forecast rain, sun, and deadly storms.

Check out Katie Herrel's author page.

Get lost in these spectacular reader photos of the Grand Canyon

Big Parade hopes to get Los Angeles out and urban hiking

Just how many calories did you burn on that hike?

This 1.6 oz. canister stove has our tester neglecting his regular go-to stove.

The perfect Grand Tetons hike is at your feet thanks to our trusty Trip Doctor.

Become an official BACKPACKER Map Correspondent and get free gear and an epic trip

Our resident bruin expert answers all your questions in our weekly feature, 'Ask A Bear.'

Is it a sandal, a shoe, or a boot? Or maybe all of the above? You decide.

Enter our 2011 "Your Best Shot" photo contest for a chance to win a Crumpler camera pack.

The next best thing to hiking Glacier National Park's Flathead River Valley? Seeing the movie! Watch a trailer for Flathead Wild by the Epicocity Project.

And the winner of May's mapper contest is...

We tested bear canisters in three categories: best bargain, weekend size, and big trip size.

There's nothing like falling asleep to waves crashing on shore. Our trip expert shares some inside knowledge on the best spots for beach camping. Don't forget your longboard.

Our resident bruin expert answers all your questions in our weekly feature, 'Ask A Bear.'

When water comes over the top of Gore-Tex boots it can't seep out again like in regular boots, right?

Park officials investigate self-defense claims against a threatening grizzly bear

Mini reviews of our favorite Olympus lenses—and a tip from Steve Howe.

Whether you want to make a slick family-trip memoir or a movie worthy of a film festival, shooting high-quality video takes more than pushing "record." Sign up for our webinar and our expert team will show you how to shoot like a pro.

Check out our blowout May MAps issue, now online and free.

No one loves maps more than a backpacker, and the USGS's central repository in Denver is a veritable cartographic paradise.

Four cutting-edge cartographers--from Google's explorer-in-residence to Tom Harrison himself--help us chart the course of the next revolution in wilderness mapping.

Just like at home, there's clean-up to do after every meal in the backcountry. Here's how to get your dishes clean.

Are you man enough to wear man-pris? Our skeptical tester discovers that he is.

Check out Katie Herrel's author page.

Climb to two killer views, see the South's best flowers, and hike to secluded falls. (Click linked trips for GPS waypoints, photos, and more.)

Hike across a state, gain the country's best foliage view, and top alpine balds. (Click linked trips for GPS waypoints, photos, and more.)

Spot a grizzly, basecamp amid Fourteeners, and relax in secluded hot springs. (Click linked trips for GPS waypoints, photos, and more.)

See moose, bag a high-desert peak, and sample a quiet long trail. (Click linked trips for GPS waypoints, photos, and more.)

Hike to the world's best tropical campsite, see elephant seals, and trek through poppies. (Click linked trips for GPS waypoints, photos, and more.)

Tackle our toughest and least-crowded routes in the Grand Canyon with this interactive map.

Our army of reader-reader scouts mapped 59 local hikes from South Carolina to Northern California. See their favorites, then learn how to download tracklogs and waypoints.

Kick-off Memorial Day weekend with this decadent dessert.

See five volcanoes, camp at secluded lakes, and hike through a swarm of butterflies. (Click linked trips for GPS waypoints, photos, and more.)

No sink? No problem. Here's a step-by-step guide to backcountry dish scrubbing.

Bag a peak every day (and a view every step) on the country's highest-elevation footpath.

Devour the world's best scenery, chocolate, and cheese on the Via Alpina.

Our resident bruin expert answers all your questions in our weekly feature, 'Ask A Bear.'

Our resident trip planning expert shares where to camp, how to plan, and other tips for the John Muir Trail.

Whether you're looking for Coastal, Canyon, Peak, Forest, or Urban hikes, we have those. Plus some paddling (Water) trips for good measure.

Check out these city hikes in Walt Disney World, Las Vegas, and Manhattan.

Hike amongst the trees in these Washington, California, and Vermont hikes.

Hike high points on Mt. Rainier, Mt. Washington, and Mt. Whitney.

Marvel at Mother Nature on these canyon hikes in Utah and North Carolina.

Hug the coastline in these Michigan, California, and British Columbia hikes.

Hit the water, and see plenty of wildlife and scenic views, on these paddling trips in Alaska, Florida, and Minnesota.

Learn where solitude reigns--and why. Plus: Tackle the hardest Big Ditch route we've ever published.

How to beat the crowds and find solitude in the Rockies

The top peaks for every type of hiker.

Looking for animals? This Minnesota paddle is a sure bet.

See the Everglades by boat on this 23 mile trip.

Paddle along Glacier Bay's dynamic shores.

Hike Canada's Pacific Coast harbor on this British Columbia trail.

Hike Lake Superior's shoreline in this 12+ mile hike.

This 26-mile trek along California's coast should have been a highway...except it was too riddled with cliffs to build on.

Find your hike on the country's highest footpath.

Turn-by-turn beta for highlights on its best 10 miles.

This picturesque Utah hike features natural arches and ancient petroglyphs.

Head to Asheville, North Carolina for this beautiful gorge loop.

Hike, swim, and scramble in this 16-mile slot canyon route.

If you don't mind the potential of extreme weather and wind, Mt. Washington is your hike.

Check out the Mountaineer's Route of Mt. Whitney if you're looking for a challenge.

This challenging climb on Mt. Rainier gains almost 2,000 feet per mile.