Paul Chisholm

Get to know the northwestern rainforest—and its salamanders—on this overnight route.

Hike wilderness trails in the middle of the Corn Belt.

When it comes to backpacking destinations, Hells Canyon takes the cake.

Snag Presidential glory without Presidential hordes.

Traverse a breezy ski island to beat the desert heat

Link two passes and an emerald lake as you cross the Crown of the Continent.

Find the best of Summit County on this alpine traverse just beyond the ski towns.

See life-list wildlife in a subtropical forest.

Access a seldom-visited corner of the canyon by rail and foot.

Watch the sunset from a bluff-top campsite

Fall asleep to pounding surf on the California coast.

Trace the footsteps of mastodons through ancient glacial remnants.

Explore a confluence of American history and Appalachian landscapes.

Go ahead and complain about admission in national forests—just remember what they do for the wilderness you love.

Explore the moonscape of Idaho—lava tubes, cinder cones, caves, and tunnels— on this weekend trip.

Prairie Fire-Palmer Creek Loop, Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, Kansas

Kalaupapa Trail, Kalaupapa National Historical Park, Hawaii

Canyon del Muerto Route, Canyon De Chelly National Monument, Arizona

Bates Mountains Route, Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, Arizona

Ozark National Scenic Riverways, Missouri

Yapashi Pueblo Loop, Bandelier National Monument, New Mexico

Chilkoot Trail, Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, Alaska

Liberty Cap-Ute Canyon Loop, Colorado National Monument, Colorado

Island Loop, Cumberland Island National Seashore, Georgia

Florida Trail Loop, Big Cypress National Preserve, Florida

You've probably heard of America's 59 national parks, but what about the other 348 areas run by the Park Service? Discover stunning scenery and undisturbed solitude in these underrated cousins of our national parks.

Who hasn't dreamt of working in a national park? Make it happen with one of these fulfilling career paths.

National park campgrounds are crowded and expensive. Here are your no-fee alternatives.

Did you know these little conveniences existed? Use them to create the best backpacking meals ever.

It might not be Yellowstone, but the Inland Northwest provides plenty of opportunities to view some of the continent’s most majestic wildlife.

Hike past expansive beaver ponds and prime elk habitat on this loop through Yellowstone’s scenic northwest corner.

Trace the path of the Palouse River through a basalt canyon on the 3.1-mile Colfax Trail south of Spokane.

Weave through a maze of rock formations on this 2.6-mile loop in the Dishman Hills on the outskirts of Spokane, Washington.

It's spring! The high country trails may still be covered in snow, but drop down into one of the Inland Northwest's many scenic canyons and you'll find warmer temps, blooming wildflowers, and abundant wildlife.

Trails and Ales provides a fun, informal opportunity to meet other hikers and learn about opportunities for outdoor volunteering in Spokane.

Expansive views of Latah Creek and the city of Spokane, Washington await hikers who tackle the trails of the High Drive Parkway.

Wander through an ornithologist’s dream on this 1.3-mile loop through a secluded wetland south of Spokane, Washington.

Ski through a peaceful pine forest on this 3.1-mile loop east of Spokane, Washington.

Discover basalt rock formations and blooming desert plants on this 3.8-mile hike in Nisqually John Canyon south of Spokane, Washington.

These little-known gear companies are poised to compete with the big boys.

Ooo, la la! Couples are swooning in each other’s eyes, cheap chocolates are selling like hotcakes, and single people are writing ironic posts on Facebook. Whether it’s your first date or your 50th anniversary, these hikes will make the fire burn brighter.

Winter 2015 in the Inland Northwest has been disappointing for many ski and snowshoe enthusiasts.

Take a stroll through wide-open Palouse prairie on this loop in Rose Creek Nature Preserve south of Spokane, Washington.

Low elevation and an arid climate guarantee year-round access to this secluded riverine gem in the Nez Perce.

Look for bighorn sheep browsing in the cliffs above the North Fork Asotin Creek Trail south of Spokane, Washington.

These eerily beautiful ghost towns—complete with abandoned mines and train depots—add historical interest to nearby hikes.

These towers offer the best views in town, and you can hike to them.

Backpack to a local ranger's favorite mountain getaway.