2022

A slow walk through the woods has psychological and physiological benefits—and it could teach you a few things about hiking, too.

From what to buy to what to leave behind, our ultralight columnist offered up essential advice this year.

Washing your face or bowl with Dr. Bronner's? Sure. Using it to cure congestion? Maybe. Using it as toothpaste? Hmm.

The backpacking community is a tenacious one. From alligator attacks to danger in the national parks, these 7 stories made our hair stand on end—and taught us a few things about how to stay alive when things go south outdoors.

Take a walk in another hiker’s boots in these insightful pieces.

Cautionary tales from the official journal of the Wilderness Medical Society

This bruin’s journey across four states is a reminder that hikers and campers should be extra careful with food and trash

From a section of the Oregon Coast Trail to an Alaskan backcountry adventure, these were our editors' favorite trails this year.

When Charlie Finlayson was just 13 and alone with his dad David deep in the backcountry, his father suffered a horrific injury from a rockfall. But Charlie, despite being forced to make decisions way beyond his age and experience, never doubted that his father could survive and that he could help him. Thanks to his unwavering faith, Charlie and David pulled off the impossible.

A pair of hunters wearing camouflage become lost for six days in Alaska. Help is tantalizingly close but just out of reach, as rescuers are unable to see them.

Jeremy Evans takes us through a first-hand account of the catastrophic injuries he sustained after being mauled by a grizzly bear while deep in the Canadian backcountry.

Winter backpacking doesn't have to be about suffering. For cheerful cold-weather trips, we can learn something from the Danes.

From tiny pocket knives to freeze-dried foods, these ultralight-friendly gifts are best presented in a sub-1-ounce merino sock.

An experienced 59-year-old hiker and Mount Washington Cog Railway engineer passed away after tumbling from a cliff in the White Mountains.

Most of us won’t make it to either pole in this lifetime. But we can still learn some tricks from those who have.

You don't have to fly to Iceland, Greenland or Norway to experience the bright-green glow of the northern lights. You can chase the show in our national parks: in Alaska, yes, but also the contiguous U.S. Better yet, your chances of seeing the aurora borealis are increasing as we march toward what is known as solar maximum, which will peak in 2025.

Nothing says down-home comfort better than a steaming mug of hot chocolate. Assemble these easy recipes at home to upgrade a classic drink.

A Bentonville, Arkansas man who led a 31-person hike along the Buffalo National River where one participant died will face sentencing in March.

In the second of a two-part episode, listen to a terror-filled tale on one of America's deadliest peaks.

Led by one of the outdoors' biggest retailers, some manufacturers may soon ditch women's and men's sleeping bags for nonbinary ones made to fit a wide variety of bodies.

Wolves in Colorado should benefit both humans and the ecosystem, but can they survive the culture war? A new draft plan outlines how the state plans to protect both them and livestock.

On a rafting trip down the Kongakut River, a photographer experiences a landscape that's as spectacular as it is endangered.

Want to ensure a fun, productive, and injury-free spring? Try these drills, which you may already know from your high-school sports days.

Twenty Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians is the first Native group to ink an agreement with the park.

Travelling a long trail end to end isn't the only way to thru-hike.

'Tis the season for a wintry multisport adventure. Here’s how to take to the ice safely.

Only a handful of other thru-hikers have completed the big three in one year.

Give back to the community that's given us so much by supporting these four great organizations.

An injured hiker got a lucky break when two campers heard him screaming for help. As it turned out, he had been waiting for a while.

The trail is for everyone, even—especially—those of us who always got picked last in gym class.

Want a national park to visit this winter? Great Smoky Mountains is your place. Download this playlist for maximum vibes.

Cocaine Bear's first trailer shows a bloodthirsty, intoxicated bruin rampaging through the forest. But how much of the based-on-a-true-story movie is real?

Hiking for your tree is your family’s new favorite holiday tradition.

Burnout can affect participants of any sport—including hiking. Here’s how to identify, prevent, and cure hiking burnout.

Still settling for those tasteless supermarket white button mushrooms? Expand your palate with these ’shrooms found in the U.S.

The outdoors are powerful medicine—and the Refugee Women’s Network is helping displaced hikers get back to it.

One visitor died and another required medical attention after attempting to tackle a popular trail in unusually cold conditions.

Adrenaline can be a life-saver. But how does it work?

Our hiking columnist knows firsthand that buying gifts for the hiker in your life can induce anxiety. These affordable finds from independent companies can’t miss.

No more running out of gas in the middle of cooking with these methods.

Yes, a $25 tchotchke can be an indispensable backcountry tool.

The increase is part of a larger program of fee hikes aimed at covering costs as visitors soar.

Indian Garden will be known as Havasupai Gardens following a government decision.

Animal attacks are rare, but it's best to arm yourself with knowledge and know-how before you step foot in the backcountry. Here's how to know when four common animals are about to get defensive.

National Park Service doesn't suspect foul play in the death of Il Hun Ro.

Through the past five decades, there have been a lot of trend-setters and trailblazers. These are the best of backpacking.

Goodbye clunky plastic containers and disposable packaging: This is how I'm rehydrating my meals from now on.

The park is giving up on its 3-year-old timed entry program, but says it's still committed to finding ways to keep visitor numbers manageable.

Nick “Chezwick” Gagnon became the fastest person to circumnavigate the enormous route, which takes in sections of five major thru-hikes

These made-in-the-U.S.A. layer, packs, and boots are designed to stand up to the rigors of combat. But how do they stand up to civilian hiking gear?

Go from shivering basketcase to four-season badass in eight easy steps.

Camping in winter will never be comfortable. Camping in winter will never be entirely safe. Sorry, we totally forgot where we were going with this.

Digging, lifting, and sawing in the hot sun take a toll on the body.

Listen to a hair-raising account of terror and salvation on one of America's deadliest peaks.

We appreciate a good post-hike (or pre-hike, or mid-hike) sandwich. Soon you'll be able to find one—plus a pair of hiking boots, a stove, or whatever else you need—at The Happy Goat.

In pictures, Greenland’s backcountry ski terrain looks spectacular. In person? It’s even better.

Seven years after the Trump administration ordered an end to it, the National Park Service and Fish and Wildlife Service announced they would once again investigate bringing grizzlies back to the mountains of north-central Washington.

Check out Adam Roy's author page.

Hiking is hard, but it shouldn’t be painful. Focus on the fun by achieving all-around fitness and preventing common aches.

Prepare your mind and body ready to fend for yourself in the backcountry.

Here’s how to prep your body for linking big days.

You don't need to white-knuckle your way through your dream high-altitude trip. Here's how you can feel your best.

Ramp up your speed for hiking, trail running, and reaching the views faster with this all-in-one cardio and stabilizing workout.

The National Park Service has advised hikers to avoid direct exposure to water colonized by cyanobacteria.

Forget a new tent: Backpacker's editors sound off on the trips they'd like someone to buy them in 2023.

Shorter days are no problem with these night hiking tips.

After a decade in Seattle, I grew tired of the Cascades. After gaining a new perspective, I love them more than ever now.

"Nature is not a hobby to me, or even something I really think about. It’s simply part of who I am."

Backpacking’s changed a lot over the years. Is its heyday behind us, or is it yet to come?

Contrary to popular belief, wilderness is a made-up concept. Here’s why it could be harming our planet.

Sonoran desert toads are one of the largest species of toads in North America, and threatened across parts of their range. Unfortunately for them, some national park visitors have discovered that they also get people high.

After some amazing interactions with polar bears, Alysa McCall of Polar Bears International decided to dedicate her career to conserving this animal and its ecosystem.

Some advice doesn’t age well. It’s time for an upgrade.

Backpackers were once big on making their own gear. Do those projects hold up today?

Knowing the difference between fact and fiction might just save your life.

Highlander's hiking events draw dozens of hikers together for an organized multiday trip with all the trappings of a race. One of our editors tried it—and found a lot to love.

Beginner hikers often overpack and overprepare. But as Maggie Slepian learned the hard way, experienced hikers have their own special way of messing up.

They offer rides, places to stay, food, and more, and never ask anything in return. But thru-hikers still owe a debt of gratitude to trail angels. Here are some ideas on how to repay it.

After a group of campers left one of the Appalachian Trail's most beautiful sites covered in trash, the Forest Service banned camping there. But did it go too far? One local argues for a course correction.

Daron Marquel Ellis pleaded guilty in the November 2021 incident.

Yosemite is beautiful in the fall and winter. Download this playlist and get after it.

A shoulder-season jacket, a bright-as-daylight headlamp, and a device to keep your devices safe: Here’s what our editors brought with them on their fall adventures.

Leave the conventions behind with these five shoulder-season gear tips

Following a boost in visitation, Isle Royale National Park is seeking public comment on a plan to begin requiring visitors to reserve campsites in advance.

Hikers shelled out for parking and a new pay shuttle at Quandary Peak in 2022.

In celebration of 50 years of trail beta and inspiration, we look back on our favorite spots through the moments we chose to capture.

Canada’s most revered backpacking trail was born out of a ghastly misfortune

These little Scandanavian gummies have earned a permanent place in our packs. Why? Let us count the ways.

In California's Big Pine Lakes basin, you can find the southernmost glacier in North America, for now.

How hiking with my canine companion gave me a new perspective on adventures.

Park officials issued the closure for the safety of visitors and bears.

Stop picking between your fitness and your free time. These aerobic conditioning workouts are just as effective and take less than an hour.

Skip the ounce-counting with a new tent, quilt, and pack from one of ultralight’s best-loved brands.

Making your own energy gels is as easy as making a smoothie

Need a backcountry overnight dwelling in a crisis? Survival skills instructor Jessie Krebs has you covered.

Hours of testing, tasting, and innovating goes into these freeze-dried backpacking pouches

A new alert system will let hikers keep tabs on first-come, first-serve sites.

Humans, like trees, grow best in damp soil.

The park’s low visitor counts follow a series of flooding-caused closures.

As defenders of all things outdoors, we can’t let Paul Hollywood’s weird marshmallow hockey pucks stand.

After decades of disrepair, the path reopened to adventurous trekkers.

After finding her love for the trail, Welcome used hiking to process some of the most challenging moments of her life.

The market is flooded with various styles of filter. Here’s how to pick.

We all use the trails—but very few hikers take the time to help keep them clean, safe, and maintained. Here's how you can join them.

These easy breakfast ideas let you fuel up and break camp without firing up the stove.

From a minimalist pair of trail runners to a two-in-one water filter, this gear is ready to help you turn your next family reunion or business trip into a memorable hiking adventure.

Bear attacks are rare, even in areas with high grizzly concentration. These teammates say it's a "miracle" that they made it out alive.

This trailblazing fire ecologist is making a difference in the world of hiking and land regeneration.

When Svati Narula agreed to spend a season as part of a communications team at Mt. Everest basecamp she thought there would be a buffer between hers and the perils of Everest’s high slopes. But she would find there was no safe distance from the worst disaster in Mt. Everest’s history.

Galadriel—we’ve got notes

Can the East's small but rugged mountains unseat the Rockies' biggest peaks?

Rebecca Clark broke down the incident and emergency response in an update on the social network.

Whether because of poorly-fitting shoes, moisture, or just bad luck, every hiker’s tangled with those raw, fluid-filled bumps. Science can tell you how they form—but can it stop you from getting them?

Timed entry may be over for the year, but so many people have visited this week that the park has been reaching capacity by 8:30 or earlier.

Yes, you might have to get up early. But put in the effort to fit some trail time into your vacay, and you'll have a chance to sample hikes you might otherwise never do.

Jon Anderson overcame temporary snowblindness to complete the 2,650-mile journey from Mexico to Canada

As winter approaches, the air gets harsher and harsher for our delicate lip skin. Protect it with these tips.

The hiker had broken her leg and been stuck in the wilderness overnight when she crawled to a spot in view of the train.

USFS will take public comment on its comprehensive plan for one of the least-travelled National Scenic Trails through October 30.

Peter Agricola was mountain biking near his home in Norfolk, Massachusetts when went over the handlebars on a downhill and landed chest-first on a downed log.  

The King of Brooks Falls prevailed for his second title at Fat Bear Week.

Why is the world so taken with Katmai National Park and Preserve’s pre-hibernation faceoff?

The Sierra Designs Crescent 2 is beginner-friendly two-person shelter, and right now it's more than 50% off.

Our editors sound off on the bears dominating our brackets.

When a rafter was stung by a scorpion, she assumed she’d be fine. Then she lost her ability to see or speak clearly.

In June 2021, Andrew Devers disappeared after setting out for a dayhike in Washington’s Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.

Hikers can now visit the Sunshine State's national parks and preserves, but some are still reeling from the storm.

Check out BACKPACKER Editors's author page.

Will now be known as "high pile," company announces.

We combed through vintage magazines and catalogs to find out how low you could go back in the day.

A basin of beauty resides in the middle of Kings Canyon National Park.

Philip Carcia trekked nearly 2,000 miles over 90 days—all in his backyard mountain range.

After 2,194.3 miles, this is the equipment that they loved the most.

Outfitters step up to provide career and financial stability for guides—from health insurance to 401ks to paid time off—as demand for outdoor experiences skyrocket.

Load up this Spotify playlist and get going.

Feeling achy and serotonin-depleted after a couple months on the trail? This gym workout will help you out.

If hikers five decades ago could make their own gear, so can you.

While snow climbing, William Toor and Mariella Colvin fell nearly 1,000 feet down a couloir in Rocky Mountain National Park.

March Madness < Fall Fatness. Voting for the biggest bear at Katmai National Park starts this week.

Authorities tracked down and killed the cougar following an encounter that left one woman with minor injuries.

Can our scout coax his feline friend into becoming a true trail companion?

Explore the natural side of New England with year-round dayhikes, waterfall treks, and backpacking trips in the scenic Berkshires.

Full of rock scrambles, cactus clusters, and desert views for days, Joshua Tree National Park is the southwest at its finest.

Our testers weathered alpine gusts, freak downpours, and rough granite slabs to find the very best softshells. Eight jackets rose to the top.

One of the most popular spots on the Appalachian Trail, Max Patch, is better off now than it has been in years.

A first-hand account of an alligator attack in Florida.

Do these exercises regularly to widen your range of motion to feel your best on the trail and avoid injuries.

Our soft-drink warriors both believe this sugary, caffeine-packed soda is the perfect refreshment after exercise or adventure. (Hmm. OK.) They disagree about flavors, and be warned: it might get loud.

With the summer high season wrapping up, a variety of national parks are lifting reservation requirements for a while.

As hikers, we spend a lot of time in nature. Impress your hiking partners with these answers to commonly asked questions.

The body does weird stuff on the trail. We rounded up the experts to answer our burning questions about hiker physiology.

Are women's sleeping bags really warmer than men's? How long can I keep a down sleeping bag stuffed before it's ruined?

You can't dry out alcohol (yet), but you can cut weight without cutting flavor by sticking all the other ingredients for this backcountry old-fashioned in a dehydrator.

A home dehydrator might be the handiest kitchen tool you never knew you needed. Upgrade your backcountry cooking with these drying (and rehydrating) tips.

The results, however hilarious, remind us how hikers destigmatize the body

You've learned the basics and know enough to keep yourself safe. Want to take the next step toward honing your backcountry skills? Maggie Slepian explains why hitting the trail alone is the way to do it.

Backcountry tech is more abundant than ever, but it can add up quickly in an ultralight kit.

For his 3-day, fastest known time-setting hike of the JMT, Jeff Garmire had one rule: bring as little as he could carry and still make it to the finish.

The company's founder has given away the business, placing ownership in a trust and vowing to spend an estimated $100 million a year to fight climate change

A firsthand account of a free-solo accident in the Sierra Nevada.

The next time you find yourself camping by a wild body of water, catch your own dinner with this packable fly fishing gear

Check out Christopher Tedeschi's author page.

Joe “Kanga” Harvey appears to have drowned in the Connecticut River on the border of Vermont and New Hampshire.

Is a hiking resume complete without a long-distance thru-hike?

Three days: That's how long it took endurance athlete Jeff Garmire to finish the John Muir Trail. But from health scares to falling asleep while hiking, it was anything but a casual stroll.

Each year, Big City Mountaineers changes thousands of kids’ lives by bringing them on their first outdoor adventures. You can make it happen for another.

On the "easy" climbs up Mexico's volcanoes, ignorance and arrogance can be deadly. A classic story from the Backpacker archives.

Heading into the wilderness with your hiker-in-training? This gear will make the trip as fun for you as it is for your little one.

The Ultra gets a titanium case, sapphire face, significantly better battery life, and better GPS and off-grid route-tracking features, making it a much more robust backcountry tool

Hikers pled guilty to reckless conduct following off-trail rescue in Franconia Notch.

People keep falling into outdoor latrines while rescuing lost phones. Our editors list the belongings they would fish out of an outdoor crapper—and which ones they’d leave behind.

Alcohol-free doesn't have to mean tasteless. These drinks satisfy your beer craving without the buzz.

After locals sighted a plume above the summit of Tahoma, the National Park Service rushed to reassure its social media followers.

For carrying weight while moving quickly in the mountains, the Slope Runner Exploration 18L is our new favorite vest-pack hybrid

Keep your cool in the backcountry—no matter how high the mercury climbs—with these key lessons from one of the hottest places on Earth.

No reroute is currently available.

Volunteers hope a new bus to the McAfee Knob trailhead will cut down on congestion.

This sweet crumble pulls double duty.

Hikers around the globe can agree on one thing: Snacks are essential.

Lightweight gear has a reputation for fragility, but there are exceptions to the rule.

Let the crowds stampede the national parks—in the U.S., you’re never far from state lands that boast sublime beauty, natural seclusion, and endless adventure. These 14 just scratch the surface.

Backpacking by yourself unlocks a powerful wilderness experience. If you’re scared to solo, you’re on the right track.

Fanny packs, bear spray, and camp stoves: These are the products that helped us adventure over the past month.

I came for their looks. I stayed for their all-day comfort and all-terrain performance.

Thru-hiking is for everyone—but if you really want to build your life around the trail, some careers make it easier than others.

Feel like you couldn’t possibly bare skin in the shape you’re in? All the more reason to try.

Kayak to pocket beaches and Gulf islands in south Florida.

You know what's worse than not reaching the summit? Getting caught in a thunderstorm.

You don't have to spend hours and hours on the trail to get prepared for your next big hike. It's more efficient to train with a loaded pack.

Suit seeks return to reduced Trump-era boundaries.

Don’t whack a golf ball off one either, or chuck a Frisbee, or do anything else that jeopardizes the safety of your fellow hikers

Maybe you don't want to carry a bear canister, or you're just naturally a quiet person. Either way, these trails are for you.

Rescuers found Jetal Agnihotri, 29, on fourth day of search.

When there’s nothing to write home about, you might be doing it right.

Everything you need to find a last-minute backpacking adventure before the leaves turn and the air turns frosty.

A disco ball, frozen lobster tails, a cat: We polled editors about the strangest gear they had ever packed for a trip.

From funding for conservation projects to mitigating wildfires, public lands win big.

Yes, Starbucks Via will do the trick. But is it the best way for gram-counters to get caffeinated?

Some backpackers are just dedicated soloists. But as our writer discovered on her first big group trip, sometimes there's magic to hitting the trail with some new friends.

Forget Zion and Canyonlands; this desert gem has something for every hiker among the hoodoos and bristlecone pines

While the park still doesn’t have an entrance fee, it’s going to get a little more expensive soon.

Wildfire season is getting longer and more intense. What does that mean for backpackers who have to breathe the smoke it generates?

Hiker claimed self-defense; bear was roughly 100 feet away.

Next time you have to resupply your gear, make one of these swaps to reduce your waste and impact on the planet.

On Thursday, they finished the last leg of the triple crown, but they’re not done yet

As someone who’s confronting his own age, I appreciate seeing an older guy hold it down. That’s why I’m cheering for 480 Otis this Fat Bear Week.

A group of researchers from University of California, Irvine investigated the link between SAR incidents, park visitation, and Twitter posts. Their conclusions could inform how hikers portray their own adventures—and view those of others—online

Catch the Perseids with these smart skywatching tips.

Joe McConaughy sets a new Fastest Known Time on the 223-mile John Muir Trail.

They’re 1,706 miles in and this is what they like most

On Sunday night, British hiker Josh Perry decimated the trail’s long-standing self-supported records after chasing Timothy Olson’s 2021 time

San Diego is more than great views of the Pacific. These trails will take you through canyons, alpine, waterfalls, and more.

Two men defaced the popular Moran Point overlook, and photographers caught them in the act

Despite their eponymous appearance, cow chips, a rich cookie, taste divine.

Park received 1.46 inches of rain, out of an annual average of 1.9 inches.

Whether for breakfast, lunch, or an after-dinner treat, these make-ahead crepes add a touch of class to any campsite.

Dan Durston dreamed up his innovative tent design while thru-hiking in Canada.

“Um, don’t do drugs kids (and don’t start spiders on fire during a drought),” Utah governor Spencer Cox tweeted Tuesday

A 22-year-old died in camp in the Absaroka Mountains on Tuesday evening.

Your thru-hike is supposed to be the trip of a lifetime. So why is your mind wandering to literally anywhere else?

Redwood National Park officials cite damage visitors have caused to forest.

Driven by closures and new parking rules, hikers spent 27% fewer days hiking the state's highest mountains in 2021 than they did in 2020.

Fires have killed at least four people so far; backpackers face extensive closures.

Both of these shoes are beloved by long-distance hikers. Which is right for you?

Too many rocks? Not enough people? Illustrator Amber Share says bring it on.

The first woman to tick all of the United States' National Scenic Trails spent 20 years on her quest.

Last week my house burned to the ground, and if that’s not bad enough, I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder

According to law enforcement in Curry County, Oregon, local residents tied a suspected arsonist to a tree after he got “combative”

Hatchets, saws, and axes have a place—and it's not in the backcountry.

Smart watches, bucket hats, and car camping showers: These are the products that helped us adventure over the past month.

Will oversee projects in Denali, including $91 million bridge construction.

Check out Lee Welton's author page.

From "good old raisins and peanuts" to trail mixes spiced with hot peppers, Michigan cherries, beer nuts, and dried carrots, the ultimate backwoods snack comes your way, courtesy of Backpacker readers.

Officials said the bear visited the Montana campsite an hour before the attack.

Incident follows deaths at White Sands, Grand Canyon; another hiker passed away in Badlands on Wednesday.

Strong opinions abound in the ultralight community. That doesn’t mean they’re always right.

Sure, electrolyte drink mixes are going to keep you hydrated. But which ones actually taste good?

A double-wall tent, camp sandals, and cushier trail runners were among the changes Patricia “Blackpacker” Cameron made once she hit the PCT.

Empowerment self defense classes focused on the outdoors are teaching women to feel safe in the wilderness.

The artist’s first-ever Web3 collection tells the story of his own journey into the outdoors

A detailed look at Outside Inc.’s first foray into Web3 and how it might improve our digital health and overall wellbeing

No foul play suspected in the death of section hiker Michael Charles Lombardo.

Peanut-pushing is a 93-year-old tradition on Pikes.

Area bears have reportedly become more aggressive in seeking human food in recent years.

Tribe will submit petition for renaming to the U.S. Board on Geographic Names.

Want to make your hike better? A little time before you depart will save you a lot of hassle later.

Backpacking really isn’t that complicated. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Bad weather. A heavy pack. Blisters. Bears. Hazards big and small can sabotage any trip. Avoid common mistakes with these 100 tips and tricks for planning, hiking, and camping, and make your first—or next—trek problem-free.

Check out Elizabeth Kwak-Hefferan's author page.

Check out Elizabeth Kwak-Hefferan's author page.

Escape the dog days with these deliciously cool trails.

Read these tips from expert soloists to gauge your readiness and learn how to enjoy an unfettered adventure.

Voluntary policy change follows increase in reports of human-bear incidents along trail.

When a massive flood wrecked the Yellowstone area—and derailed her backpacking plans—Maggie Slepian had to contend with the ways the changing climate is already affecting hiking's most storied spaces.

Paralyzed in a cycling accident, endurance athlete Jared Fenstermacher begins an Appalachian Trail comeback quest rolling, stepping, scooting, being carried, and crawling—but never giving up.

Feeling entranced by the cosmos? See the heavens like you've never seen them before by getting deep into the wild.

Use long exposures to reveal the beauty of celestial motion.

Cave divers Rick Stanton and Dr. Richard Harris, two of the most influential rescuers from the Thai Cave Rescue, disclose how their pursuit of an unusual and dangerous hobby made them some of the only people anywhere who would have a chance to save the lives of 12 boys and their coach. 

Firefighters have battled to save Mariposa Grove, home to some of the world’s largest sequoias, from the blaze.

Find shelter from the storm with these excellent backpacking tents.

A British tourist trekking in Kyrgyzstan was enveloped by a massive slide. Rather than take cover, he filmed the whole thing.

A new slogan gets straight to the point.

Scott Benerofe finished a rare and daunting southbound winter thru-hike of the AT. His self-proclaimed normalcy about the endeavor suggests such treks might not stay so rare for long.

An unidentified hiker went missing in California while retracing the footsteps of Jonathan Gerrish and Ellen Chung, who died with their one-year-old daughter of heat exposure and dehydration in 2021.

Alternate entrance open to commercial groups.

Stop settling for the same blah menu. With these tips, all hikers can prepare trailside Michelin-star-worthy meals. Even the lazy ones.

As it turns out, you can't believe everything you see online.

Dyneema couture anyone?

Trauma specialist and psychologist Dr. Alison Roy is confronted with helping her own family heal in the aftermath of a vicious, rabid animal attack.

Knowing how to prevent and treat burns should be in every backpacker's toolkit.

It's nice to have friends on the trail. But in the end, everyone there is chasing their own dream.

Yes, you can find snake repellent on shelves. It won’t keep snakes away from your campsite.

The encounter, which sent a 71-year-old visitor to the hospital, follows another injury near Giant Geyser on Monday.

When hiking becomes cool, it loses something sacred.