Just half an hour north of Austin, a constellation of parks clings to the edge of a chain of clear blue lakes. At night, turn your eyes from the Hill Country’s quiet forests to the dark skies above for a stellar show. You’re far from the city now.

Routefinding in Canyonlands National Park can be a challenge, but the rewards are always worth it.

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Spot some bruins and sample the goods at these Bearpacker Magazine-approved destinations.

Because sometimes, you just want to get away from it all.

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From coast to coast, spring is the season to catch wildlife in motion.

Catch the best of the early season show on these nine routes curated exclusively for Basecamp members.

Follow the trail of 19th-century robbers in Arizona.

Looking for a family vacation no one will ever forget? Follow photographer Kennan Harvey's lead and take the kids on the Wapta Traverse, a tour of the best that a Rocky Mountain winter has to offer.

At these creekside, shorefront, and mountaintop spots, the views are so gorgeous that you may never want to go to sleep.

See the peaks, parks, and hotspots of America's most storied long trail in this interactive 3D map from BACKPACKER.

This collection of bright white sandstone spires isn't officially part of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument anymore, but it's as spectacular as ever.

Gear up for the United States' toughest long path with these expert picks.

Headed out on the Pacific Crest Trail? Expert thru-hiker Liz “Snorkel” Thomas breaks down the gear you’ll need, with help from BACKPACKER Gear Editor Eli Bernstein.

Get ready for your AT thru-hike with this gear checklist from expert thru-hiker Liz "Snorkel" Thomas and BACKPACKER Gear Editor Eli Bernstein.

It looks like Mars, but this scenery is all Earth.

Everyone knows that the southwest is arch country. But one of the best examples is in the Kentucky woods.

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.