You deserve this: Find a private slice of paradise in this hammock-camping hotspot.

From grizzlies to falling rocks to maze-like canyons, you'll want to come prepared for these tricky trips.

Heading out on one of these hikes? Keep an eye on the forecast.

You'd better not be afraid of heights if you're going to tackle one of these airy trails.

The scenery here is awesome—but it can be deadly, too.

Explore ancient temples and dodge hungry monkeys on this lesser-known route around Angkor Thom.

Head into the wilderness without the hassle of a four-season tent

What's deeper than the Grand Canyon and has one-tenth as many visitors? Head to Texas to find out.

Ten trails. Ten unmatched miles each. Get maximum bang for each boot step on hikes that our most-traveled contributors call their all-time favorites.

Do winter camping the luxe way with a wood-stove-heated hut in Michigan.

Find otherworldly snow formations just a few hours outside Seattle.

Venture through the world’s oldest jaguar preserve to Victoria Peak in a vibrant Central American jungle.

When most other long trail systems are in hibernation, Florida’s premier path is coming into prime time.

These ten point-to-point treks pack the payoffs of a thru-hike, but they're hikeable in a week.

Giant gypsum dunes and winter temperatures in the sixties are only some of the draws for this preserve.

This is your year. Start planning one of these life-list hikes and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Grab a site in the dunes and go camping with the palm trees and the sea turtles.

Hike to total relaxation in Washington's Alpine Lakes Wilderness.

Navarino Island is remote and rugged, with unforgiving weather. But its beauty is revealed to those willing to battle the elements.

Follow along with BACKPACKER's 2019 Editors' Choice trip in this interactive story.

Experience the spectacle of winter weather on one of these trails.

All of the beauty. None of the crowds.

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