Trips

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.

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.

Get up close and personal with a force of nature.

Get up close and personal with North America’s tallest waterfall and Yosemite Valley’s greatest hits on this 20.6-mile loop.

No two waterfalls are exactly alike, but these will always capture our imagination.

Enchanted Rock is the second-largest granite batholith in the country. Don’t know what a batholith is? Find out by hiking up one.

Celebrate the glamorous side of camping.

Get the scoop on upstate Pennsylvania from Pine Creek Outfitters.

New adventure company Crooked Roots Adventures is getting people out on the river.

Getting there is all of the fun.

This classic hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains packs it all: a cascading stream, tunnels of rhododendron, and panoramic views, all only 45 minutes from Asheville

The classic Pacific coast waterfall is the destination; the 15-mile round-trip hike through evergreen forests, coastal grassland, and beachside cliffs is the journey.

Climb through Douglas firs and sword ferns to reach this 3,205-foot summit.

Climb Wa‘ahila Ridge below Mt. Olympus for some of the island's best views.

Find fields of poppies on this spring-perfect hike in the Chino Hills outside Lake Elsinore.

Climb above Phoenix for an aerie-like view over the valley.

Score an aerie overlooking the Buffalo River Valley to yourself when you visit Whitaker Point in the offseason.

Find adventure-and solitude-in this quintessential Rocky Mountain hideaway.

Walk among giants on this quiet hike past the Grove of Titans and other 300-foot-tall redwood trees.

Rich culture and easy access to some of Europe’s most stunning scenery? Count us in.

Savor views of the Sierra Estrella and Mazatzal mountain ranges on this close-to-home leg-burner.

Get the best of three of America's best wild areas on these tours de force.

Nevada's Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area has miles of trails and hundreds of climbing routes just a short drive from the Strip.

Whether you’re after mellow snowshoe flats or steep powder runs, you’ll get both—as well as a four-burner stove and a full-size bed—in Gothic, Colorado.

Embark on a treasure hunt to find rock art—and clues of the past.

Visit Georgia's best section of the Appalachian Trail in winter for a crowd-free experience and Blue Ridge vistas frosted in white.

See arches and sea stacks—and no people—when you visit the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor in winter.

Bigger-than-life wilderness plus smile-a-second skiing equals the best winter trip on Earth.

In winter, one of Sequoia National Park's most popular spots gets a much-needed dose of solitude

Get a new perspective on an iconic view when you look through Canyonlands National Park's famous Mesa Arch in winter.

While most national parks cut services, it will be (mostly) business as usual at the Big Ditch.

From Catalonia to California, our staff picks their top trails of the year.

You don’t have to go far away to get far away in the perfect national park for winter.

Summer never ends on this trek through beaches and live oak forests.

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Minnesota

Just you, the squirrels, and your shortcomings.

From Canada to Peru to New Zealand, our writers have been to some wild places. Put these on your wish list for next year.