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Grab these steep discounts on jackets, tents, shoes, and more at REI's Spring clearance sale.

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$50 will buy you one of the best packable, do-anything puffies on the market.

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Follow the trail of 19th-century robbers in Arizona.

Goodbye, spring, summer, fall, and winter. Backpackers need new seasons that help us understand what actually matters: daylight.

This month's exclusive discount is brought to you by Mountainsmith.

Looking for a family vacation no one will ever forget? Follow photographer Kennan Harvey's lead and take the kids on the Wapta Traverse, a tour of the best that a Rocky Mountain winter has to offer. He recounts the trip in his own words.

Four professional avalanche forecasters share their tips and gear picks for staying safe on a backcountry ski tour.

Save big on this light-yet-mighty windbreaker.

On their first day in court, lawyers for environmental groups and a pipeline developer debated a central question: Is the Appalachian Trail land?

See the peaks, parks, and hotspots of America's most storied long trail in this interactive 3D map from BACKPACKER.

A North Carolina man's hike was cut tragically short on the way to the Appalachian Trail's southern terminus this week.

Get a trekking pole, a versatile backpack, a high-end ski boot, and more at a steep discount.

This collection of bright white sandstone spires isn't officially part of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument anymore, but it's as spectacular as ever.

Get this full-featured kid transporter at a discount.

Akuna's path to the Triple Crown led through battles with PTSD, a failed attempt on the PCT—and a few life-changing friendships.

Whether it's a relationship or a round-the-world trip, sometimes plans fall apart. If you're Reptar, you just pack your bags and roll with it.

She came to the US to hike the best long trails it had to offer. Now, the first known Mexican national to finish the Triple Crown wants to bring the thru-hiking experience back home.

Power your thru-hike with the right food, snacks, and resupplies for the long haul.

Hike with efficiency, speed, and intention, and you’re sure to accomplish your thru-hiking goals. Here’s how to plan your pace and fight lollygagging tendencies to reach the terminus before winter does.

Go from couch potato to trail monster with these simple tips from a personal trainer.

Gear up for the United States' toughest long path with these expert picks.

Headed out on the Pacific Crest Trail? Expert thru-hikers Liz “Snorkel” Thomas and Nathan Pipenberg break down the gear you’ll need.

Get ready for your AT thru-hike with this gear checklist from expert thru-hikers Liz "Snorkel" Thomas and Nathan Pipenberg.

It looks like Mars, but this scenery is all Earth.

Everyone knows that the southwest is arch country. But one of the best examples is in the Kentucky woods.

You deserve this: Find a private slice of paradise in this hammock-camping hotspot.

From grizzlies to falling rocks to maze-like canyons, you'll want to come prepared for these tricky trips.

Heading out on one of these hikes? Keep an eye on the forecast.

Be careful of the local fauna on these six spectacular but hazardous hikes.

You'd better not be afraid of heights if you're going to tackle one of these airy trails.

The scenery here is awesome—but it can be deadly, too.

Joseph Goldstein decided that while he was fighting cancer, he’d also fight to protect his favorite wilderness. Now, Congress is introducing a bill to do just that.

Join BACKPACKER’s disaster relief efforts and support education in Nepal.

Stay warm this winter in our gear editor's favorite puffies.

See exclusive photos and videos as you listen to season 2, episode 5 of Out Alive

Explore ancient  temples and dodge hungry monkeys on this lesser-known route around Angkor Thom.

Head into the wilderness without the hassle of a four-season tent.

Sleep warm on this ultralight, compact, insulated sleeping pad, now available for 32% off.

Shopping for that outdoor lover in your life? These 10 items can add romance to a day hike, the campground or a remote hut.

What's deeper than the Grand Canyon and has one-tenth as many visitors? Head to Texas to find out.

Environmentalists and native groups attack plans to open up former monument lands for drilling and mining.

Cut down your pack weight but not your bank account with these 7 perfect packs, sleeping bags, tents, and more.

Who says you need water in your food? Dehydrate your vittles and you'll carry less weight, save money, and eat better.

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The Outdoor Advocacy Project wants to give every hiker the tools to advocate for the environment—and today, on the last day of the US outdoor industry's biggest trade show, it's hitting the streets.

A developer is fighting wilderness advocates over a proposal to add hotels, shopping, and new residences to an area in the Kaibab National Forest near the Grand Canyon’s southern rim. If it wins, opponents say, it will cost tribes, hikers, and the ecosystem dearly.

Falling rock leaves a hiker injured and trapped miles from help in the latest episode of Out Alive.

You need power. This headlamp has it—for 30% off.

Four climbers struggle to survive as they face life-threatening conditions in the alpine.

This versatile, comfortable jacket is on sale starting at 68% off.

The latest generation of satellite communicators is better than ever, ensuring that you can stay informed, connected, and safe wherever you go. Here are our favorites.