Best Hikes Ever: Teton Crest Trail, WY
Traverse the nation's most photogenic range on the Teton Crest Trail.
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Step for scenery-packed step, nothing else compares to the John Muir Trail.
Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Backpacks
Carry in comfort, from dayhikes to hut trips.
Gear Review: Mountain Hardware Trad Pack
A pack built for climbers.
Gear Review: Lowe Alpine TX Expedition 75:95 Pack
A pack that holds monster loads but weighs just over five pounds.
Gear Review: Millet Odyssee 60+10 Pack
If you only buy one multiday pack, this is it.
Gear Review: Vaude Daytour 24 Pack
A trim pack built for backcountry ski days.
Gear Review: Mammut Spindrift Guide 40 Pack
A 40-liter pack that comfortably carries up to 50 pounds.
Gear Review: TSL Snowalker 15 Pack
A pack built to haul snowshoes.
Gear Review: Black Diamond Revelation Avalung Pack
A backpack with built in Avalung technology for use in avalanche-prone areas.
Gear Review: Deuter Pace 30 Pack
An ultralight pack that's under $100...and comfortable.
Sleep Better When Camping
Got the gear but still can't get any rest? These 10 tips will improve your snooze.
Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Hardshells
Repel rain, cold, and snow with these hardshell jackets.
Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Optics
From sunglasses to binoculars to goggles these six items will help you see better.
Top 3 Rainy Season Hikes: Neshannock Creek, PA
Cast a fly to land lunker brown trout.
Top 3 Rainy Season Hikes: Emerald Pools, UT
Explore Gushing, Rain-fed waterfalls.
Top 3 Rainy Season Hikes: Mill Creek, CA
Rains summon salmon and slugs.
Top 3: Rainy Season Hikes
Make the best of fall storms on trails that improve with soggy weather.
Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Pants
From softshells to bibs, the toughest and most comfortable pants for every cold-weather outdoor adventure.
Gear Review: Zeal Optics Airstream
The large frame and polarization of these sunglasses will keep your eyes fresh all day.
Gear Review: Switch Cortina FullStop
The struggle between user and lens is over with these magnetic interchangeable lenses.
Gear Review: Tifosi Logic
These sunglasses come with three interchangeable lenses, so you're ready for anything.
Gear Review: Olympus Outback 10×21 RC 1
Sharpness and definition are not compromised with these compact binoculars.
Gear Review: Julbo Contest
Transition seamlessly between seasons with these year round sunglasses.
Gear Review: Gordini Virve
See in any lighting with these interchangeable lens goggles.
Gear Review: Helly Hansen Verglas Pants
Softshell pants that are waterproof, breathable, and abrasion resistant.
Gear Review: Marmot Alpinist Pants
Lightweight bibs that turn into pants with a zip.
Gear Review: Outdoor Research TrailBreaker Pants
Breathable softshell pants for skiers that log logs of vertical.
Gear Review: Flylow Magnum/Bella Donna Pants
Ski or snowboard pants that won't get shredded.
Gear Review: First Ascent Rainier Storm Shell Pants
Ultralight shell pants that protect from snow and cold.
Ultimate Backcountry Beds
For five months, we tested 50 bags, pads, and other snooze-related gear to find perfect sleep systems for every season.
Ultralight Bargain: Sleeping Bags and Sleeping Pads
For warm summer nights, this two-pound system delivers sweet dreams for just $138.
Basecamp Luxury: Sleeping Bags, Sleeping Pad, and Camp Pillows
Get all the comforts of home with this four-star setup.
Gear Review: Westcomb Skeena Hoody
A weather-resistant shell that's as warm as a sweater.
Gear Review: Marmot Up Track Jacket
This wind resistant yet breathable softshell is great for layering.
Gear Review: Salomon XT Wings II Softshell Jacket
An ultralight softshell that wicks.
Gear Review: Rab Exodus Jacket
A midweight softshell that's multiseason.
Gear Review: The North Face Kishtwar Jacket
This softshell provides maximum breathability and weather protection.
Gear Review: Helly Hansen EkoLab Rapide
This eco-friendly jacket is everything you'd expect from a midweight softshell.
Winter Warmth: Sleeping Bags and Sleeping Pads for Cold-weather Camping, Plus Tips for Easy Sleeping While Camping
Stay toasty in the deepest freeze with an overstuffed bag and cold-weather pad.
Gear Review: Columbia Turn-'N-Go Softshell Jacket
A bargain softshell that's cozy and great for aerobic activities.
Three-Season Backcountry Sleeping Bags & Sleeping Pads
Get big comfort, low weight from a premium down bag and a super-cush pad.
Gear Review: Westcomb Cruiser Jacket
One pound of all-purpose protection
Gear Review: The North Face Lockoff Jacket
A good looking jacket with plenty of storm protection.
Gear Review: Exped SIM Lite 2.5 Short Sleeping Pad
A shortie summer pad that offers surprising comfort for its size and weight.
Gear Review: Sierra Designs Mantra Fusion Jacket
A versatile ski shell at a great price
Gear Review: Deuter Dream Lite 500 & Sea to Summit's Reactor Thermolite Sleeping Bag
A 40° mummy that disappears inside a pack.
Gear Review: Rab Kinetic Rain Jacket
An ultralight hardshell jacket for under $150.
Gear Review: Mountain Hardware Axial/Emporia Jacket
A versatile hardshell that's lightweight and breathable.
Gear Review: Mammut Adrenaline Jacket
Reinforced shoulders and three-layer Gore-Tex Pro Shell fabric make this jacket super tough.
Gear Review: First Ascent BC-200 Jacket
An all-conditions jacket that's under $200.
Gear Review: NEMO Fillo Camping Pillow
An inflatable pillow that feels like the real thing.
Gear Review: Therm-a-Rest DreamTime Sleeping Pad
A sleeping pad made for luxurious car camping.
Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Pinole 20° & Big Agnes Cabin Creek Sleeping Bag
An affordable mummy bag that's super soft inside.
Gear Review: Big Agnes Dual Core Sleeping Pad & Klean Kanteen Classic Water Bottle
A winter warm sleeping pad that's also easily packable.
Gear Review: Sierra Designs BTU -20 Sleeping Bag and Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0&Deg;
An Arctic-worthy 800-fill down mummy.
Gear Review: NEMO Cosmo Air & Pacific Outdoor's Equipment's Peak Oyl Mtn Women's Petite Sleeping Pads
An extra wide and extra long sleeping pad with three inches of cushion.
Gear Review: Rab Neutrino 400 & Eureka! Riner 40°F Sleeping Bag
A premium down bag that masters three seasons.
Fit to Be Tied: Four Common Knots
From the power cinch to the clove hitch, here are 6 knots every hiker should know.
Gear Review: Craft proCOOL Tee with Mesh
A t-shirt with air conditioning.
Dirtbag/Gourmet Recipes: Tacos
Fill up on these protein-rich meals.
Gear Review: Handful Bra
Found: A flattering, supportive, non-chafing sports bra.
Recipe: Colombian Arepas
This gourmet dish combines dehydrated ground beef, fresh cherry tomatoes, and arepa flour for a protein-filled meal.
Recipe: Chicken Guaco-Tacos
Chicken, cheese, and avocado–what more do you need?
Rip & Go: Snowy Range Loop, Medicine Bow National Forest, WY
See snaggly summits and hook trout galore on a high-alpine trek.
Wildlife: Where to See Wolves
Find these nocturnal animals at dawn.
Wildlife: Where to See Bald Eagles
Look high for huge nests when trying to spot these beauties.
Wild Things: Where to Spot Wildlife
If seeing bears or bighorn sheep, moose or mountain lions is on your life list check out our tips for where, when, & how to catch an eye full.
Where to See River Otters, Javelinas, & Manatees
Check out the top spots to find these three quirky creatures
10 Top Animal Viewing Tips
There are some fundamental rules to follow when seeking out wildlife.
Wildlife: Where to See Elk
Elk mostly travel in herds making them easier to spot.
Wildlife: Where to See Alligators
Head to the Southeast to spot alligators.
Wildlife: Where to See Mountain Lions
Mountain lions can be found from Central America to the Pacific.
Wildlife: Where to See Moose
Moose love water and hate black flies–two good tips for spotting them.
Where to See Bears
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.
Wildlife: Where to See Bighorn Sheep
Scout high deserts and mountains for these scrambling sheep.
Gear Guide 2010: Tents
These tents offer more headroom, lighter weights, and lots of strength and durability.
Gear Guide 2010: Sleeping Bags & Pads
Sleep tight in any season with these summer, three-season, and winter sleeping bags.
Fix Anything: DIY Gear Repair
Build yourself the ultimate gear-cleaning and maintenance kit to keep performance at its peak.
How to Purchase the Right Tent
Purchase a tent that fits and make it last forever with these key tips.