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The only thing better than hiking in the fall? Hiking through gorgeous autumn foliage with your best friend.

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Petzl’s new IKO Core headlamp innovates on the old “elastic band” setup to create a do-it-all portable light.

From bear encounters to first aid, these safety tips will help you manage the unexpected in the backcountry.

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From wildflowers to whitewater rafting, Cody, Wyoming offers a home base for anyone looking for a summer or fall adventure.

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If you have a yard or even a balcony, you have a campsite. Here are 8 ways to make the most of very close-to-home camping.

The most important tool for staying safe in bear country? Knowledge.

From a gem of the national park system to a do-everything backpack, these are some of the best values the outdoors has to offer.

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BACKPACKER hasn’t given an Editor’s Choice Award to a waterproof shell since 2016. Here's why.

Guides Katie Burns and David Torres share about how the Casio Pro Trek WSD-F21HR makes their jobs easier.

Get in touch with your wild side in some of the worst weather the Lower 48 has to offer.

One of Europe’s largest countries is one of its wildest, too.

Copper Mountain’s new Three Bears lift accesses some of Colorado’s steepest and deepest inbounds terrain—delivering you to this powder playground in exactly seven minutes.

In Mexico’s Copper Canyon, LifeStraw’s give-back program delivers water purifiers to schools in need.

Ideal fall spots for hiking, camping, mountain-biking--and toasting your epic day with an awarding-winning craft beer.

Fueled by a passion for wilderness and a genius for robotics, Natalie Panek is taking Leave No Trace to where it’s never been before—outer space.

See how you are acclimatizing and access a topo map right on your wrist with the fenix 6 Series.

There’s no need to spend the colder months indoors, as long as you have the right outerwear for harsh conditions.