Trips

There are lots of trails to pick from in Joshua Tree. Here are three local's favorites.

Rocky Mountain National Park isn’t known for its secluded trails. Head to the west side, however, and you can have these nearby trails all to yourself.

With its new Campfield campground in Washington, Japanese gear brand Snow Peak is hoping to introduce visitors to a more elegant and immersive philosophy of sleeping outside. Will Americans bite?

Yosemite Valley is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in the country. Hike in peace on these trails just a short drive away from the park's crowds.

It's undeniably the best time of the year. Don't miss the season's beauty on these fall leaf hikes all around the country.

Lake Tahoe—the largest alpine lake in North America—has hundreds of miles to hike. Here are the best of them for the whole family.

These trails are currently laden with ripe fruit, but the foraging season won't last long.

Cross the whole length of New Zealand's two main islands on this 1,900-mile thru-hike.

Want in on one of the Midwest’s best-kept secrets for urban hiking? Head to Minneapolis.

NoSo Patches simplify DIY fabric repair with a stick-on application that extends the life of your favorite gear and apparel while adding personal flair

Escape the beach-bound tourists on a local's favorite trails.

A safe place to sleep, a good library with air-conditioning, and a bar that feels familiar? These are just some things that make a town on trail feel ideal. 

Take this trip through the Mountain State for hiker-approved trails, adventure towns, and restaurants.

Olympic paddling got you stoked? Plan your own trip somewhere more stunning than Paris.

Only have a couple days to explore in Alaska? These frontcountry campgrounds offer backcountry views—but without the long hike in.

Plan your next summer escape around these parks, where high latitudes and high altitudes are still keeping temps cool.

French hiking has a lot more to offer than the Alps.

Explore the state like you’ve never seen it before on these four adventure road trips

Itching to thru-hike, but not sure where to go? We’ll help you decide.

Watch shooting stars all night long from these four backpacking trails.

Cranky joints are no reason to take big peaks off the menu. These chairlift-accessed hikes put big-mountain terrain right at your fingertips.

The Grand Canyon isn't the only one worth visiting.

Explore the Golden State on a journey from San Francisco to Kings Canyon

A serial thru-hiker shares lessons learned from countless hikes of John Muir Trail.

Summer means beach vacations. Spend yours at these campsites, just a few steps from shorelines, trails, and more.

On the edge of Rocky Mountain National Park, I found plenty of trails that were easy on my knees and joints.

Stretching from the tip of Florida to the western panhandle, this 1,500-mile haul is full of swamps and swamp creatures, snakes and snack foods. It is wild and wildly fun.

You don't need climbing experience (or a flight to Europe) to climb these four via ferratas.

Even for thru-hikers with a wealth of long trail experience, the Colorado Trail offers challenges all its own.

Immerse yourself in awe-inspiring landscapes, geological wonders, and cultural experiences closely tied to the land in The Great Wilderness of northern British Columbia

These four trails deliver bountiful backcountry blooms.

Feel the burn on these quad-busting inclines. 

The midwestern states are some of the most geographically diverse landscapes in America. Shaped by ancient glaciers, rivers and lakes are abundant among deep forests and rolling hills. Here are some of the best hikes to explore this diverse region.

It’s the 50th anniversary for the state’s longest path—which means events, trail parties, and the perfect time to experience this hiker landmark

These three Indigenous-led hiking tours around Canada offer wholistic outdoor adventures.

Need a verdant excursion from Portland? Got a day or two to spend in Hood River, Oregon? Take these trails for a spin.

Celebrate the summer solstice on any of these long dayhikes.

These trails aren't tourist traps, so you can experience the new culture and terrain all by yourself.

You don't need a long trip to have a summer full of adventure. Spend a 3-day weekend tackling any of these trails.

The 400-mile trail has the potential to be a popular thru-hike. Will it ever live up to the hype?

Texas is way more than flat, barren land. Try these three hikes in Hill Country.

Our trails columnist has hiked thousands of miles. These are the routes at the top of his bucket list. Thrill yourself with a trip to an amazing trail this year.

Our writer has spent decades trekking toward the endangered. On these trips, he's seen firsthand what happens if a keystone species goes missing from its habitat.

Why this beautiful country belongs on your bucket list, according to a traveler who has been there 20 times

What's better than hiking? Hiking to BBQ. Celebrate summer with a hike-and-feast combo on one of these seven trails.

Call it the bugpocalypse: Between now and the end of June, two different broods of cicadas will appear in the midwest from the first time since 1803. Here's how hikers can get a front-row seat.

These trips include gourmet food prepared each night, charity work, local expert advice, and more. You can't get that on your own.

Touch the sky and test your mettle on these hair-raising hikes.

A great trail is eternal. See if you can pick out some of America’s best hikes in these photos from the National Park Service’s archives.

In pursuit of the Triple Crown, many hikers save this high route through the Rocky Mountains and New Mexico desert for last. It’s not so scary—as long as you’re prepared.

Here’s a little-known secret: the Cornhusker State is full of untapped adventure

A local expert shares her secrets on finding the state's best waterfalls—from easy walks to more adventurous tours deep in the mountains.

Break trail (not the bank) at these budget-friendly life-list hiking destinations.

Sandra Aguirre started hiking for her own sake and ended up helping others do the same. Now she wants to help you.

You won’t have as much solitude as you think, and there’s a reason everyone uses some of the same gear. But once you’ve hiked the Appalachian Trail, you’ll never be the same person you were when you started.

Local guidebook author Susan Joy Paul explores the best summit hikes in and around Colorado Springs, Colorado.

The country's northeast corner offers an impressive, diverse landscape that will challenge even the most experienced hikers.

For thru-hikers, there’s nothing better than stumbling upon refreshments partway through a long day. But do trail angels need to babysit their gifts?

Borders can be arbitrary political edicts or hard facts of geographical existence. Crossing them on foot opens a rare view into both sides.

Fire lookouts in Washington were built for their unparalleled views. These six are the best of the best.

This adventurous North Carolina community has incubated scores of outdoor gear makers. Here’s what they recommend for fun in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Slot canyons, auburn cliffs, alpine lakes, and more: You can experience the best Utah has to offer on this 10-day road trip just for hikers.

Find boundless beauty in Alberta’s front range—glacial lakes, snow-capped crags, wildflower-filled meadows, and more.

Pacific Northwest hiking expert Matt Wastradowski explores the best hiking in Washington's three national parks.

Oregon guidebook author Matt Wastradowski explores the best hiking and backpacking in Oregon’s national parks and national monuments.

With the contiguous United States' last total solar eclipse for 20 years hitting on Monday, most campsites in the path of totality are fully booked up. But procrastinators still have options.

These treeless summits have expansive views of some of America's most beautiful terrain. Here are 6 of the best to start with.

You can't (or shouldn't) just jump into your thru-hike without a trial run. Take these three trails for a spin before the big trip.

Hike among fossilized sand dunes, fern-filled trails, and striated sedimentary headlands on this gorgeous stretch of the Atlantic.

Hiking with a guide can take you to places you'd never be able to experience on your own. These guided treks are some of the best in the world.

At a modest 6,288 feet, Mount Washington seems like an unlikely candidate for one of America’s deadliest mountains. But with more than 150 known fatalities, it can be a hazardous hike. Here’s what beginners need to know before hitting the trail.

Spend a night in one of these incredible spots and it might just change your life.

It's hard to find an ugly spot in the national parks. But these eight hikes take it to the next level, with gorgeous scenery and wildlife. Go for a walk.

Traveling 68 miles through Sweden’s Arctic backcountry, the original Fjällräven Classic is an anomaly: A wild trek dozens of miles from a trailhead that’s also feasible to tackle as your first-ever backpacking trip. Backpacker Executive Editor Adam Roy hits the trail to check it out.

After 25 years of hiking in his hometown of Boulder, guidebook author James Dziezynski reveals his all-time favorite treks in the area. Plus, he’s included downloadable GPX files, parking intel, trail beta, gear and weather tips, and more.

If you’re after an experience that feels like a real adventure, you’d be hard-pressed to do better than South Dakota

The next total eclipse will be in 2044. The best place to watch this year's? On these 13 trails within the path of totality.