Guns in Parks OK, State Supreme Court Rules
The court declared a provision banning guns in public parks unconstitutional.
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Teva Ember Moc
These cozy slippers are made for winter camping.
Eel River Diversion: Good for Wine, Bad for Fish?
The relicensing of a hydroelectric dam project raises questions about salmon and agriculture.
Bay Trail Inches Closer to Completion with $13 Million Bridge
The new bridge over railroad tracks in Pinole grants access to a slice of Contra Costa County coast.
Julbo Vermont Classic Glacier Sunglasses
These above-treeline buddies are a blast from the past.
Joshua Tree NP Debuts Shuttle Service
The free shuttle aims to reduce traffic congestion in the park.
New Senate Bill Would Protect Existing National Monuments
The bill is a response to the White House's rollback of protections for Utah public lands.
Winter Hiking in the High Peaks Wilderness, New York
Leave the crowds behind: Tackle Mt. Marcy in winter, and it will be just you, the silent mountains, and a whole lot of snow.
Hikers Discover Human Remains at Auburn State Recreation Area
Officials have not yet identified the person.
Cougar Cub Spotted at UC Berkeley
It's not the first mountain lion to be seen on campus in the past several years.
North Mountain Tower Road Closes
The road is an access point for North Mountain and Shaw Butte, popular in-city hikes.
Havasupai Falls Camping Permits on Sale Thursday
The coveted permits to explore the Havasupai area of the Grand Canyon go quickly.
New State Bill Would Increase Protections for Orcas
State Senator Kevin Ranker introduced the whale measure as part of his broader Salish Sea Protection package.
Pirates of the High Skis
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Central Coast Heat Wave Sets Record
San Luis Obispo reached 87 degrees this week and Santa Maria broke a record set in 1931.
Telluride Ski Resort Joins the Epic Pass
With the announcement, the resort sides with Vail's pass program over the new Ikon Pass.
Class: Preparing to Travel to Iceland
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Hike: North & South Hancock Mountains
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Acadia NP Celebrates Retiring Superintendent
Charlie Jacobi had led the park since 1984.
Expanding Bike Share is the Right Call, Despite Money Shortfall
Why adding Divvy stations on the South and West Sides was a smart move.
In Defense of Off-Trail Hiking
When we ran a story about the beauty of trail-less hiking, some of our readers objected. BACKPACKER Editor-in-Chief Dennis Lewon responds.
Two Adirondacks Hikers Rescued after Ice-Related Injuries
The hikers fell in two separate incidents last weekend.
Boreas Plan Would Add 11,000 Acres to High Peaks Wilderness
New York's plan also expands snowmobile access, but nixes proposed bike trails and luxury huts.
Hiker Finds Body in Malibu Bluffs
The person's identity remains a mystery.
Public Climbing Wall Coming to New Denver Park
The North Face will build the new structure in Montbello Open Space Park.
Booby Traps Found on Colorado Springs Trails
The fishing line snares appear to be an attempt to hurt mountain bikers.
Meet the Roswell Teen Behind Georgia's Waterfall Website
The 16-year-old also plans to start a nature group and self-publish a guidebook.
Plastic a Major Problem in Great Lakes, Environmental Groups Say
22 million pounds of plastic enter the waters each year from microplastics and beach litter.
11 New Products We Saw at Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show 2018
From a lighter winter boot to a tech-stuffed jacket, these eleven pieces of gear are what's coming next.
Gear of OR 2018: G3 Zed Ski Binding
G3's new binding is its lightest AT setup ever.
Gear of OR 2018: G3 Zed Ski Binding
G3's new binding is its lightest AT setup ever.
Gear of OR 2018: Mammut Spindrift 14 Pack
Designed for ski mountaineering training, Mammut's new pack features a built-in wind vest and large side pockets.
Gear of OR 2018: Mammut Spindrift 14 Pack
Designed for ski mountaineering training, Mammut's new pack features a built-in wind vest and large side pockets.
Gear of OR 2018: Sunski Treeline Sunglasses
An affordable sunglass brand tackles the glacier goggle.
Gear of OR 2018: Sunski Treeline Sunglasses
An affordable sunglass brand tackles the glacier goggle.
Gear of OR 2018: DPS Phantom Base Glide Treatment
No wax? No problem. DPS's new one-time treatment aims to make your skis slippery forever.
Gear of OR 2018: DPS Phantom Base Glide Treatment
No wax? No problem. DPS's new one-time treatment aims to make your skis slippery forever.
Gear of OR 2018: WearBands
Sure, they look weird. But these wearable resistance bands purport to give you a workout while you walk.
Gear of OR 2018: WearBands
Sure, they look weird. But these wearable resistance bands purport to give you a workout while you walk.
Gear of OR 2018: Dynafit Hoji Pro Tour Ski Boot
A collaboration with pro skier Eric “Hoji” Hjorleifson yields a boot that claims "unlimited" range of motion.
Gear of OR 2018: Dynafit Hoji Pro Tour Ski Boot
A collaboration with pro skier Eric “Hoji” Hjorleifson yields a boot that claims "unlimited" range of motion.
Gear of OR 2018: Sunday Afternoons Ultra Adventure Storm Hat
An old favorite gets a waterproof upgrade.
Gear of OR 2018: Sunday Afternoons Ultra Adventure Storm Hat
An old favorite gets a waterproof upgrade.
Camping Fees Up at Wisconsin's Most Popular Parks
Expect to pay a bit more to sleep at Devil's Lake and Mirror Lake State Parks this year.
NH Twins Aim to Become 1st Boy-Girl Eagle Scout Pair
The siblings can work together now that the Boy Scouts have begun allowing girls to join.
AMC Ski Committee Meeting
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Ice Harvest & Winter Carnival
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Atlanta's Squirrel Census Goes National
The quirky citizen wildlife study heads to New York City next fall.
New Bill Would Give $40 Million to Parks Each Year
A proposed state constitutional amendment would establish a conservation fund for Georgia.
Gear of OR 2018: Altra Lone Peak 4 RSM
Altra's new trail running shoe is designed to crush bad-weather runs by shedding rain, snow, and mud.
Gear of OR 2018: Altra Lone Peak 4 RSM
Altra's new trail running shoe is designed to crush bad-weather runs by shedding rain, snow, and mud.
Gear of OR 2018: Black Yak Hybrid Jacket
Many insulated pieces use one kind of technology. Black Yak uses all of them.
Gear of OR 2018: Black Yak Hybrid Jacket
Many insulated pieces use one kind of technology. Black Yak uses all of them.
Deal of the Week: Sea to Summit Comfort Plus
One of the comfiest pads out there is a steal this week.
Gear of OR 2018: Merrell Thermo Rogue
Spotted at Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show 2018: Merrell's new Thermo Rogue aims to be a stripped-down alternative to heavy winter boots.
Gear of OR 2018: Merrell Thermo Rogue
Spotted at Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show 2018: Merrell's new Thermo Rogue aims to be a stripped-down alternative to heavy winter boots.
Heavy Rain in the Forecast Expected to Close Mt. Baker
Precipitation and warm weather means the ski resort plans to temporarily shut down.
New Head of NPS Once Helped NFL Owner Cut Trees on Protected Land
Paul Daniel Smith was reprimanded for pressuring subordinates to let Daniel Snyder sidestep agency rules.
What New Offshore Drilling Means for National Parks
The Department of the Interior's plan to open up more of America's waters for drilling has conservation groups worried, but the government agency in charge says their concern is misplaced. What does the future hold for coastal parks?
5 Nutrition Tips to Fight Hiker Hunger
Keep your body healthy and fueled on long-distance hikes.
7 Uses for a Sleeping Pad
When survival trumps beauty sleep, sacrifice your closed-cell foam mat for a higher purpose.
Snow Sculpting Competition
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Class: Winter Backpacking Basics
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Register: Backcountry Ski Touring in the Whites
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Mother Nature Makes it Harder and Harder to Get to Olympic NP
Repeat floods and rockslides have closed multiple roads into the national park in recent months.
The Time is Now for Ice Fishing New York Lakes
The winter's frigid weather has brought the best conditions in several years.
The Veteran Amputee Who’s Climbing the Seven Summits
When Marine Sergeant Kirstie Ennis lost her leg above the knee in Afghanistan, she found healing in the outdoors. Now, she has her sights set on the world’s highest mountains.
South Side Coalition Sues Park District Over Obama Center Records
The group seeks documents relating plans for big changes at Jackson Park.
How to Advocate for Public Lands
Whether you’re up for a two-minute phone call or a two-hour meeting, follow these tips to save the lands you love.
RV Mogul Buying Up Local Outdoor Gear Stores
The CEO of Chicagoland's Camping World looks to merge his RV empire with the outdoor recreation market.
Interactive Map: America’s Public Lands
Being American makes you part owner of some of the finest terrain in the world. Better get a handle on your portfolio.
How to Document Your Hike
When you’re hiking in a place that might never be the same, make sure you bring home a story you can share.
More than 100 Hike Pack Monadnock Mountain in Protest
The activists summitted the New Hampshire peak to protest the planned addition of utility poles and power lines.
Snow Tubing Accident Kills New Hampshire Teen
The 18-year-old died after sliding down a closed run at Maine's Sunday River ski resort.
VICEfest Ice Climbing Festival
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How the Shutdown Will Affect Washington's National Parks
Some areas will remain accessible while other services come to a halt.
Demand Surges for Guided Tahoe Rim Trail Hikes
Spaces on Tahoe Rim Trail Association-sponsored trips sell out in minutes.
REI Taps Atlanta-Based Company for Business Software
The outdoor giant just incorporated an Aptos Company management suite nationwide.
National Parks Could Stay Open Through Shutdown
Sensitive and hazardous areas would likely close.
Popular South Mountain Trail Reopens January 20
The Pima Canyon Trailhead will debut with new toilets and a better parking lot.