Steve Johnson

Hike through old-growth forest to ridgetop views of Arkansas's largest lake.

Wander through maple-birch-pine forest with pace-slowing views of the world's largest freshwater lake.

Paddle a novice-friendly route on the state's third largest lake.

Hike a high escarpment above a northern forest and Lake Superior.

Your favorite Great Lakes hikes—from dayhikes to weekenders to multiday trips.

Hike among moose and wolves on this two-day escape to Isle Royale National Park.

Your favorite parks, weekend getaways, peak ascents, campsites, and more in the Great Lakes.

READERS' CHOICE GREAT LAKES HOME

Beaches, wildlife, and prairies in Minnesota, Mississippi, Wisconsin, Missouri, Iowa, Ohio, North Dakota, Kansas, and Illinois make the Midwest a hiker's paradise.

Pack snowshoes for these nine epic treks to snowy solitude in the Pacific Northwest, Rockies, and Northeast.

Fall camping season seems to go on forever with these fair-weather weekend trips.

Nine ways to get your cascade fix from Tennessee to Montana.