Hiking

Save 40%: The North Face Gear Is on Sale Now

Check out our three favorite deals from The North Face sale at Backcountry. Save up to 40% on jackets, footwear, shorts, and more outdoor gear…

Written by Mallory Paige February 19, 2020

Pay It Forward: Salewa Starts Giveaway for Thru-Hikers

Mountain sport brand Salewa wants to give you — and a bunch of other thru-hikers — free shoes for a year as part of its…

Written by Mary Murphy February 07, 2020

A Headlamp Made of Wood: Eukarya Origin Review

Headlamps are a necessity for any nighttime outdoor pursuit. And this one from Eukarya not only provides light but also sustainability and style.

Written by Mary Murphy January 09, 2020

End-of-Year Gear: Score More at REI’s Year-End Clearance Sale

Save up to 50 percent off outdoor essentials during the REI Year-End Clearance. The sale starts December 25, shop now for the best selection.

Written by Sponsored Post December 26, 2019

Free Guided Hikes in All 50 States on New Year’s Day

More than a quarter-century after its launch, First Day Hikes will again ring in the new year with free guided adventures in every state.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 05, 2019

Free Gear Fridays: ‘Survive Outdoors Longer’ Hiking Essentials Kit Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive a backcountry hiking essentials kit from Survive Outdoors Longer (S.O.L.)!

Written by Sponsored Post November 29, 2019

Gift Guide: Shop Now, Relax Before the Holidays

We’ve found the best gifts for all the adventure-loving people in your life. Shop these early-bird gifts now and get back outside doing what you love.

Written by Mary Murphy November 06, 2019

Alex Elizabeth Sets Female FKT on Superior Hiking Trail

Alex Elizabeth is a motivated endurance athlete. And despite heavy obstacles last week, she set a new record on the Superior Hiking Trail.

Written by Mary Murphy October 29, 2019

Watch: Intense and Beautiful Winter Camping in the North

If you’ve never been winter camping — and want to — this video is for you.

Written by Mary Murphy October 23, 2019

La Sportiva TX Guide Review: The Most Runnable Approach Shoe

The La Sportiva TX Guide is at home on both flat terrain and near-vertical crags. It’s a great choice for fast-and-light hikers on technical terrain.

Written by Cory Smith October 18, 2019

Exploring One of Colorado’s Lost National Monuments

High above the arid San Luis Valley, carved into the rock of the distant mountains and far away from any remnants of civilization, lies a…

Written by Stefan Myers October 16, 2019

3 Major FKT Records Set Last Week

Thru-hikers and ultrarunners have been crushing all summer, but some athletes are just getting into their peak season. These are three major FKTs that fell…

Written by Mary Murphy October 07, 2019

America’s Best Day Hikes? Find the One Nearest You

‘America’s Best Day Hikes’ by Derek Dellinger is a trail guide complete with stunning photos, hikes arranged by region, and an essay on bear safety.

Written by Mary Murphy October 07, 2019

Will ‘Akuna’ Robinson Becomes 1st African American Man to Hike Triple Crown

Two-and-a-half years after his first step on the Pacific Crest Trail, Will ‘Akuna’ Robinson reached the northern terminus of the Continental Divide Trail. And in…

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 16, 2019

Hit the Trails Like ‘The Real Hiking Viking’

Gloriously bearded year-round hiker Thomas Gathman (aka The Real Hiking Viking) shares some of his most-trusted gear for conquering long distances.

Written by Paige Triola September 12, 2019

komoot App Aims to Make Planning and Sharing Routes Easy

Komoot has an extensive network of routes in Europe. Now it’s time for the U.S. to see what all the hype is about.

Written by Sponsored Post September 11, 2019

How to Grow an Epic Beard? 21 Questions With The Real Hiking Viking

One of thru-hiking’s most iconic and irreverent personalities, Tom ‘Jabba’ Gathman — aka The Real Hiking Viking — swung by the GearJunkie studio to sit…

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 30, 2019

The Manitou Incline: Understanding Colorado’s Iconic Vertical Hike

There’s something special about Colorado’s Manitou Incline. With 2,000 feet of elevation gain in less than a mile, it’s a brutal but beautiful hike with…

Written by Mallory Paige August 29, 2019

Watch: Built Like a Hiking Boot, Fast as a Sneaker

Durable, aggressive, and lightweight, the Merrell Zion hiker has the flexibility to be the only boot you need from home to outdoor escape.

Written by Sponsored Post August 22, 2019

How to Enjoy a Bear Encounter

By taking the time to learn how to employ a variety of safety strategies around our ursine friends, you can safely enjoy a bear encounter.…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 19, 2019

Free Gear Fridays: Kogalla RA Adventure Light Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive an RA lighting package from Kogalla!

Written by Sponsored Post August 16, 2019

Merrell Zion: Sneaker Soul, Hiking Goal

Durable, aggressive, and lightweight, the Merrell Zion hiker has the flexibility to be the only boot you need from home to outdoor escape.

Written by Sponsored Post August 14, 2019

Day Hiking Essentials: The Gear You Need for Quick Trail Adventures

What are the basics for tackling a weekend day hike? We’ve got you covered with our editors’ picks for the bare necessities.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 02, 2019

How to Train Your Dog for Hiking

Just like people, dogs need to learn the best techniques for hiking and how to overcome its challenges. And that’s where a good owner comes…

Written by John Woods July 31, 2019

10 Rules for Running With Your Dog

After running thousands of collective miles with his dog over the years, GearJunkie’s Stephen Regenold offers these tips to get the most out of training…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 25, 2019

Merrell Choprock: Built for the Trail, Ready for the Water

As summer temps rise, there’s nothing better than spending a day near the water. Luckily, the Merrell Choprock is a trail-ready shoe built for aquatic…

Written by Sponsored Post July 08, 2019