Essentials

These shelters score major comfort points

Keep your pup safe and stylish on the trail with these seven accessories

These accessories might not make or break your trip, but you’ll sure be glad you packed them

A five-star kit for base-camp meals

These bags’ innovative features make them standouts for adventure travel

REI and Exped’s ultra-cush foam sleeping mats go head-to-head.

From hot cocoa to hot soup to hot toddies, carry a little warmth with you using these 5 winter-ready vessels.

Plus: the best winter kit for your canine.

We take a deep dive into a popular avalanche safety device.

Staying away from resort crowds this winter? The backcountry can offer solitude, a wilderness experience, and the satisfaction of earning your turns. These gear picks will help you make the most of lung-busting uphills and whoop-worthy descents.

Keep your little ones warm and dry with this cold-weather kit.

A car camping trip is a chance to enjoy the outdoors in luxury: You get to bring everything that will help you lounge in comfort, without worrying about weight or how much space you have in your pack. Help your loved ones take their trips to the next level with these 12 covetable gifts, ranging from $20 to $1,000.

Spending a little extra time in the fall cleaning and repairing your precious gear can help extend its life by years.

Because whiskey and safe hiking go hand-in-hand.

Keep your hands warm with these dextrous touchscreen-friendly gloves.

Piece of mind in just a few ounces.

If you toss and turn in your tent all night, try these snooze-inducing tools.

If you don't pay attention to your hiking socks, you could find your trip going sideways. Just ask thru-hiker Sammy Potter.