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Last spring, BACKPACKER readers went to Nepal on a unique mission: work on a school-building project, then go on a life-list trek. Turns out, hiking and helping go perfectly together.

Our photo editor gets close to a calving glacier—maybe a little too close.

We polled BP readers and editors about their favorite outdoor movies of all time—and the ones they love to hate.

Explore one of the the most underrated backcountry zones in the world with BACKPACKER and the cast and crew of Warren Miller Entertainment's new film, Face of Winter.

Relive our celebration of peaks with these mountaintop shots.

Embrace your competitive side with these hiking challenges

Grab your binoculars and cameras on these prime bird-spotting trails.

Give context to your buddy’s mid-jump flail by capturing it from start to finish with a sequence composite.

Scores of people have shared their eclipse photos. Here are a dozen that stood out from the rest.

Possibly the most useful fashion accessory you'll ever wear.

In 1975, George Lucas brought an elephant and a mob of schoolchildren to a national park to film Star Wars. Yes, there are pictures.

Most thru-hikers use blogs and Facebook to stay in touch with home. Miyagi used watercolors.

Forest or desert, mountain or seaside, these 10 types of canine can keep up with you.

This fall, our editors took an 8-day journey along Turkey's Lycian Way trail. Here's the hikers' paradise they discovered.

They were nearly America's national bird. This November, celebrate the humble turkey in its natural habitat.

Glacier National Park boasts stunning snow-capped mountain landscapes, icy blue lakes, and goats, goats, goats.

Rainbows, lightning, clouds, and stars only complement the beauty of this national park.

These national park towns have everything you need start and finish your next adventure.

Hike a section of the Appalachian Trail with BACKPACKER on June 20!

In an excerpt from his new book, photographer Ryan Alonzo captures the splendor of Tuolumne Meadows.

Want to experience nature closer to home? Try visiting a trail at one of the National Wildlife Refuge System's 101 urban wildlife refuges.

Skip the Front Range crowds and head to Colorado's La Platas for sweet solitude and can't-miss views.

Big mileage days are great and all, but sometimes you just want to stop, smell the roses (er, wildflowers), and picnic with a spectacular view.