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The heat wave in the western US is serious right now—and one national park picked a creative way to get the message across.

Mastered walking? Time to use your hands as well as your feet on these adventurous day trips.

Tick off the state high point on this 3-day backcountry adventure.

Climb this iconic summit on an uncrowded sneak route.

Buy, ship, or check hiker boxes and just hope for the best? Here's how to keep your stove running on your thru-hike.

Want to get a glimpse of the most exciting new outdoor products coming out next season and weigh in on which ones are the coolest? Our colleagues at Outside Business Journal want your help.

For a professional forager, the woods offer peace and sustenance.

The Pfeiffer Falls Trail is open as of June 18.

These ten hikes are the perfect Father's Day getaways.

Cover your camping utensil needs with this handy set.

Hike faster, stronger, and farther with our favorite leg workouts.

Grab your canoe or kayak and head for the water on one of these six summer paddle trips.

Ditch Houston for the bayou on this paddling adventure. Just watch out for the gators.

See historic bridges and wildlife on this 38.6-mile paddle through America's heartland.

I quit hiking when I was a teenager. Years later, an unfinished pact with my dad brought me back.

Alligators, birds, and even dolphins will be your company on this paddle.

Paddle 7 miles up the Wailua River to secret waterfalls, hidden swimming holes, and one of Kauai's best rope swings.

By Marissa Gawel

Some hikers prepare for years to thru-hike the AT. Others do it on a whim.

From plus-size packs to shoes for people who have undergone amputations, outdoor brands are starting to recognize the importance of catering to customers who don’t fit traditional outdoor norms.

The campers were asleep in their tent when a bear attacked for unknown reasons.

President ordered secretary to review monuments' status in day one executive order.

With more than 40 options available for trail lovers, LEKI has a trekking pole for every occasion

The salmon have started to return, and the brown bears will be right behind them.

Bring a smile to your favorite outdoorsman's face with a thoughtful gift this Father's Day.

This roomy, versatile bag will benefit your sleep schedule and your bank account.

The Bay Area's best hikes range from enormous redwoods to waterfalls dropping straight to the sea.

Show your pride outside during the month of June for a chance to win $2,300 in prizes.

Link pristine forests, wildflower meadows, and two picturesque lakes on this gentle, 3.7-mile hike near Snoqualmie Pass.

This flat-packing pot is a dream for the organization-obsessed.

Foul-weather backcountry days have an allure all their own.

News comes as state pursues historic reintroduction program.

Hyponatremia, or water intoxication, isn’t a well-known hazard in the outdoors. But it’s more common than you think.

Ditch the high lowland temps and head for the water on these six lake hikes.

Whether by driving off nesting birds or separating baby bighorn sheep from their parents, illegal drone pilots are putting wildlife at risk. What will it take to rein them in?

Follow this loop mixing on- and off-trail travel through vibrant wildflower displays and past snow-fed streams to a huge alpine lake with unbeatable campsite views of Mount Meeker.

Hike from a high-end resort to a remote alpine lake in the Rockies.

Hike from St. Mary Lake to McDonald Lake through some of the Lower 48's best bear country.

This 11-mile out-and-back climbs to two high-altitude lakes in New Mexico's Carson National Forest.

This easy loop hops islands and sand dunes beside Lake Michigan.

This 23.6-mile backpack along the shore of Lake Superior is perfect for a long weekend or a weekday escape.

Backpack a knee-trembling route through an active geothermal zone.

Like its name suggests, the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail offers near-constant water views—and if you want to see it all, you’d better arrive before the dogwood flowers do.

The PCT pack combines the best of both worlds.

Late last December, Emily Ford, 28, of Duluth, Minnesota, took her first steps on Wisconsin’s 1,200-mile Ice Age Trail with a borrowed sled dog named Diggins. “I was laid off from my job as head gardener at the Glensheen Mansion, and I took full advantage,” she says. Ten weeks later, she became the first woman and second person ever to thru-hike the IAT in winter.

Active Pass member Robin Mino takes the rocky route on the descent from Huemul Pass to Lake Viedma in Patagonia.

These crunchy, easy-to-prepare side dishes will make your hiking buddies green with envy.

Hikers can find good food and hospitality in the newly-designated AT Community.

Courtney Henderson, 19, and Gavin Caruso, 23, fell 50 feet during a storm in June of 2020. Only one survived.

After 21 ultrarunners died in a trail race in May, the Chinese government responded dramatically, and many are worried about the future of the adventure sports boom that’s been taking place there.

Forest Service shutters campsites and shelters over a 13-mile stretch after receiving reports of multiple aggressive bruins.

With information about “secret” trails and campsites all over the internet, finding a balance between conserving the wilderness and welcoming people to it has never been more important—or more challenging.

The Alaska Senate just passed a budget to start construction on a 500-mile segment of the Alaska Long Trail.

Seven products that will help keep you and your gear dry

From indestructible socks to mood-boosting snacks, these are what made the cut.

Cooling down an overheating patient in the backcountry is often an insurmountable challenge. Now, researchers are testing a strategy from the endurance sports world for use on the trail.

From lakeshore rambles to mountain peaks, these trails showcase the very best of the midwest.

Despite warnings, rules, and common sense, tourists in Yellowstone keep approaching bears and bison.

Every day in June we're highlighting organizations that advocate for greater outdoor access.

This packable power bank packs a punch.

Flowers aren’t just for meadows. Look up to see spring among the branches.

So you’re not into hiking-specific workouts. How much do your other activities really help when it comes time to hit the trail?

Got a gear-heavy trip coming up? These packs have got your back.

In one of America’s least visited national parks, I find my authentic self.

A comfy sleeping bag, a top-of-class jacket, and more are among our favorite deals today.

Hiking is for everyone, not just the kind of people you're used to seeing in magazines. See the trail from a different perspective with these 8 fantastic Instagram creators.

Link two of Grand Teton's deepest and most spectacular valleys via a high pass.

With America reopening, it’s high time to hit the road. See some of the country’s greatest parks, grasslands, and trails on these handpicked routes.

Summit peaks, swim lakes, and cross the Continental Divide on these hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park.

This strip mine puts one of the world's largest freshwater ecosystems at risk.

What went wrong, and what we can all learn from the tragedy at the Yellow River Stone Forest 100K.

This 10.5-mile out and back promises wildflower drenched meadows, stunning vistas, and two pristine alpine lakes perfect for a cold dip or sunrise photo op.

Save money, and weight, with this solo shelter.

No one knows the ins and outs of the trail like professional guides. Learn a few of their secrets to take your trips to the next level.