Trips

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.

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.

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.

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. Stretching over 1,000 miles from the cypress forests of the Everglades to the sandy Gulf Coast beaches of Pensacola, the Florida Trail runs the gamut of the Sunshine State’s diverse natural landscapes. Hit the highlights on one of these three sections.

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.

Strap on your snowshoes and step into one of these unexpected winter destinations.

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.

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.

Hike a rhododendron forest on this 19.1-mile loop.

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

Backpacker editors spent a week camping in Utah testing gear, exploring canyons and *gasp* backpacking.

It's water, water everywhere in this green forest.

For these 12 hikers, local trails so inspired them that they made it their mission to open the outdoors to everyone, one mile at a time. Now let them fire you up with picks so close you can’t say no.

Change your perception of canyoneering by doing it in a cave.

It was Ansel Adams's favorite park for a reason: Catch the best scenery and the best miles on these six trails.

Immerse yourself in ancient myths and one of the last refuges for Europe’s wolves on a hike through the Transylvanian Alps.

Step into a riot of gold and red foliage less than two hours from Chattanooga on the Fiery Gizzard Trail in South Cumberland State Park, Tennessee

See unique rock formations and fall asleep to a cascading river on this 3-day trip.

When the apples fall, the cider flows. Reward yourself with fresh brews near these three hikes.

Pisgah National Forest blankets the southern Appalachians, and at the heart of all that greenery there’s a backwoods gem—a forest within a forest. The 18,479-acre Shining Rock Wilderness protects an East Coast paradise of waterfalls, mountaintop views, and remote trails.

The climbs on the Black Forest Trail are serious—but then again, so is the scenery.

Find quiet eastern forests and expansive vistas on this two-day, 21.8-mile trek through the Pemigewasset Wilderness.

Catch the best of the season all across the country.

With its mixed hardwood forests, the east coast has some of the country's best fall leaves. See them before they're gone on these six hikes.

Private lake views and a show are a good enough reason to visit the Hamilton Lakes Basin.

Forest meets prairie meets river in this northern haven.

Explore the alpine for endless vistas, mountains galore, and a touch of class.

Trek through villages that still have one foot in the past

You don’t need to stay in Barcelona to experience the rich history of this region in Spain.

Step inside a medieval cave dwelling and step back into history.

From dayhikes to weekends to weeklong hikes, our Grand Canyon experts will have you ready to hit this natural wonder in no time.

A trip down the Klarälven River is a journey back in time.

You don't always need to go far to go big. Case in point: these stunning hikes, all within a day trip of a major metropolitan area.

The Ironwood Forest is a true redemption story. Home to arroyos, plains, foothills, and mountains, the monument’s coarse and well-aerated soil allows roots to dig deep. The result: The world’s densest stands of ironwoods, low-growing shrubby trees that enrich the earth, enable the Ironwood Forest’s species diversity, and burst with purple-pink flowers in late spring.

Deepest Denali is big, bold, and sublime—for those willing to pay the price of admission.

Search for buried treasure on one of these gem-studded dayhikes, where gathering rocks is legal.

Explore the desert with our favorite hikes, short and long.

See dense forest and prehistoric ferns on this 45.2-mile jaunt.

We've partnered with three great organizations to help you see the world, from Utah to Nepal.

Match a hard hike with the best cure for aching muscles on these essential trips.

Navigate this Rocky Mountain hideaway and beat the crowds to mountain adventure.

Discover pastoral views and rustic cabins in Massachusetts.

Some hikers grouse that blazing the CDT and other wild western trails  will ruin them—but that’s exactly the problem with doing nothing.

Hike, splash, paddle and stargaze your way to warm-weather bliss on these trips.

You don’t need us to sell you on this park’s glacier-gouged peaks, kaleidoscopic wildflower displays, and A-list megafauna. But secret trails and tips? We got those.

Score bird’s-eye views over valleys and mountains on these four treks to summit lookouts.

After a decade of detours, the loop around Mt. Hood is complete and better than ever.

From swimming holes to wild berries, it’s prime time for hikers. Tick off these 43 trips and experiences to make the most of the season.

They don’t call it Elephant Hill for nothing. Tackle a rugged, 11-mile day hike with some of East Africa’s most iconic fauna (if you’re lucky) and support clean water projects in the Kenyan mountains.

See more of the country when you upgrade your adventure ride.

The scenic 310+ mile trail is perfect for hikes of all lengths and adventures of all sizes.

Nestled in the Boundary Water Canoe Area Wilderness, Minnesota's highest point is a uniquely beautiful day hike.

Sweeping ridgetop views and dense coastal rainforest put the 34-mile Paparoa Track in good standing among New Zealand’s Great Walks

Want a true wilderness experience? Head west and trek endless empty miles on the BLM's best terrain.

This New Hampshire footpath— the oldest continuously maintained hiking trail in the country—is a rite of passage for anyone who cares about America’s history of preserving and exploring wild places.

Craving sunshine on your shoulders? Consider this your hit list.

Sample a Colorado Front Range classic on this hike across the Continental Divide.

Glory in Arizona's red rock country on these perfect Sedona hikes.

A 22.6-mile lollipop loop showcases the best the Virginia coast has to offer.

Beat the crowds by getting to this Oahu favorite extra early.

Climb high and see 800-year-old canyon homes on this overnight trip.

Get away from civilization in these accessible wild places.

Capture some of North Carolina’s best views as you hike into the Linville Gorge Wilderness on this spring-perfect trek.

See butterflies, redwoods, whales, and some of the most beautiful coastline any major metro area has to offer.