Hiking

Appalachian Trail Record: Scott Jurek Cuts It Close

Just how tough is this trail? The legendary ultrarunner is struggling to match a record set by someone who hiked the whole thing.

Written by Alex Kurt July 10, 2015

Keen Women’s Durand Mid WP Hiking Boots

The Durands are a solid, lightweight, great all-around backpacking and hiking boot, assuming you can get the correct fit length and width-wise.

Written by Billy Brown June 17, 2015

Huckberry/GearJunkie: Spring Shop

GearJunkie has partnered with Huckberry to bring you a curated selection of the best outdoor gear for your next rainy day adventure.

Written by Jake Ferguson April 23, 2015

Dream Job: Woods Canada Explorer

Get paid $20,000 Canadian to hike the Trans Canada Trail this summer.

Written by Billy Brown April 02, 2015

Hike The PCT In 4 Minutes

The change in man’s appearance from beginning to end is remarkable.

Written by Sean McCoy March 27, 2015

Dress Right: 13 Essential Pieces For Backpacking

Andrew Skurka explains his system to use just 13 items of clothing for outdoor comfort in any 3-season condition.

Written by Andrew Skurka March 26, 2015

Mega-Hiker Andrew Skurka Reveals Ultralight Designs

Pro Hiker Andrew Skurka has traversed thousands of miles of wilderness in adventures that would make most shudder. Now he’s bringing his expertise to Sierra…

Written by Steve Graepel March 19, 2015

Across A Continent In Winter: Gear For The PCT

Two men just hiked across America in winter. This gear helped them succeed on the first winter thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail.

Written by Sean McCoy March 16, 2015

From The Field: Hiking The Mountains Of Kurdistan

Darrin Pelham is a paramedic working in the oil-exploration industry. He is assigned to a seismic crew in the mountains of Kurdistan.

Written by Staff Post February 25, 2015

10 Commandments for Warm Feet in Winter

Got cold feet? Use these ten tips from Polar Explorer Eric Larsen to keep your feet warm in the winter and cold weather.

Written by Eric Larsen February 19, 2015

Meet The ‘Geocaching Vlogger’

Johnson’s obsession is geocaching, and on his YouTube channel there are more than 300 video-blogs, or “vlogs,” as he calls them.

Written by Eric Lemke February 06, 2015

3 Feet Deep: Winter Boot Test in Colorado Blizzard

We put the warmest boot made by KEEN, the Summit County III, to the test in a Colorado blizzard for this review.

Written by Sean McCoy December 10, 2014

Exploring The ‘Deepest Canyon In North America’

Straddling the Idaho/Oregon border, Hells Canyon is a rarely run rim-to-rim that drops more than 8,000 feet to the Snake River, making a challenging and…

Written by Steve Graepel November 26, 2014

10 Epic Long Distance Hikes Around The World

Want to hike a long, long ways? At more than 500 miles long each, these are the 10 best long distance hiking trails in the…

Written by Ry Glover November 21, 2014

Taste Test: New ‘Trail Butter’ Energy Food

These savory, nut-based snack pastes come in a pouch and are a great companion on the trail.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 17, 2014

First Look: Big Water Tenkara Rod

Tenkara fishing rods have boomed in popularity during the last year as an ultralight, simple rig to tuck into backpacks and fish small water. The…

Written by Steve Graepel October 07, 2014

Water Filter Works Like French Press

Pour in water, press through a filter and drink. This filter works like your beloved coffeemaker.

Written by Jessica McGlothlin October 01, 2014

1 Million Steps In KEEN Boots!

Our two-month-long test comes to an end in Portland, Ore., where KEEN Durand boots are made.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 01, 2014

Last Steps On The PNT: 1,200-Mile Hike Comes To A Poignant End

Life is often referred to as a journey. Reaching the end of the 1,200-mile Pacific Northwest Trail after a two-month walk, Jeff Kish sees the…

Written by Sean McCoy September 30, 2014

KEEN Boots: Trekking Toward 1Million Steps…

Our goal to put down 1 million wilderness steps on a single pair of KEEN boots continues.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 19, 2014

11 North American Hikes For Your Bucket List

Hike these 11 trails at some point in your life. You’ll be happy you did.

Written by Ry Glover September 18, 2014

First Look: ‘Swiss Army’ Delemont Collection

For decades, the Swiss companies Wenger and Victorinox both made knives. This changed last year when the companies merged, and the result is a new…

Written by Stephen Regenold September 17, 2014

50 Outdoor Adventures, 1 Pair Of Do-All Pants

When you need one single pair of pants that can do just about anything in the outdoors, the Eddie Bauer First Ascent Guide Light Pant…

Written by Sean McCoy September 11, 2014

800,000 Steps: KEEN Boots Hit Milestone At Summit Of Mount Washington

Our quest to hike 1 million steps continues, this week to the highest point in the East.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 10, 2014

Remote, Alone, Unspoiled… ‘Wilderness Act’ Alive On Pacific Northwest Trail

“We must leave [future generations] a glimpse of the world as it was in the beginning, not just after we got through with it.” –…

Written by Jeff Kish September 05, 2014

'Crossbow' Is One Tent For All Seasons

This unique concept by SlingFin has three different “bodies” that can be slung inside the “truss” skeleton of poles for use from summer backpacking to…

Written by Steve Greapel September 04, 2014

A Trek Up ‘Taum Sauk’ Mountain

Missouri’s highpoint is accessed via a short trail. Or, take the long route to the top…

Written by Stephen Regenold September 04, 2014

Update: 600,000 steps in KEEN Boots

We set out to hike 1 million steps in the KEEN Durand boots. Four weeks and hundreds of thousands of steps in, we’re happy to…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 22, 2014

Sunscreen? The Answer Is 'Yes'

Skin damage and skin cancer is a risk for anyone, but for those of us who spend hours, days and weeks at a time outside,…

Written by Patrick Murphy August 19, 2014

Alone With Lions: Thru-Hiking the ‘PNT’

The author senses something during this section of the Pacific Northwest Trail from Metaline Falls To Oroville, Wash. His story will make you shiver.

Written by Jeff Kish August 19, 2014

Top 10

Popular

Sponsored, Adventure

Sponsored, Hiking

Search

Subscribe Now