Hiking

Backpacking in the Zion Desert: How to Hike Through Uninhabitable Landscapes

The desert is one of the harshest regions for backpacking. Here are some tips from my last adventure backpacking along Zion National Park’s West Rim…

Written by David Young May 19, 2023

Save Up to 30% on Camping Gear at Huge REI Sale

Save on camping essentials during REI’s biggest sale of the year. You can save up to 30% through Memorial Day, May 29.

The Best Places to Pitch Your Tent in the Lone Star State

Texas has lots of beautiful country state parks and preserves to camp in, most of it privately owned. Here are some of the best publicly…

Written by Pam LeBlanc May 17, 2023

Do These ‘Rogue’ Sandals Rival Chacos? Forsake Sandals Review

When heavy hiking boots aren’t required, hiking sandals can be an excellent choice of footwear. Here’s why the Forsake Rogue Sandals are now my top…

Written by Mary Murphy May 17, 2023

Tips From a Ranger: Where to Hike, How to Camp in Dinosaur National Monument

We asked Park Guide Molly Swindle for the inside scoop on how to hike, camp, and enjoy the Dinosaur National Monument to its fullest.

Written by Will Brendza May 15, 2023

Colorado Is Overcrowded — Try the Other Best States for Camping

The race to the mountains, the fight for campsites, and the crowds make camping in Colorado a pain. If you camp elsewhere, you can leave…

Written by Will Brendza May 12, 2023

Climb Rock & Ice, Hike in Comfort: La Sportiva Aequilibrium Top GTX Review

The top of the new Aequilibrium Top GTX boot line gets the BOA treatment and an integrated gaiter for snowy hiking, scrambling, and glacier climbs.…

Written by Bergen Tjossem May 10, 2023

‘Translucent’ Mountain Pack for All-Season Action: The North Face Phantom 38 Review

The updated North Face Phantom 38 Backpack attaches every tool you’ll need for mountaineering, ski touring, and backpacking if you don’t mind it getting dirty.

Written by Bergen Tjossem May 08, 2023

Review: Why Ontario’s ‘Any Adventure’ SPL Pack Knife Falls Just Short of Amazing

So much promise, and it came so close — but the Ontario SPL Pack Knife had two key issues that kept me from truly loving it.

Written by Josh Wussow May 05, 2023

One Hiker Dies, One Saved in ‘Extreme’ Rescue on El Capitan in Guadalupe Mountains

What started as a casual weekend hike for two men ended disastrously, and an urgent overnight rescue involved Blackhawk helicopters.

Written by Sam Anderson May 03, 2023

AI ‘Hiking Bears’ Fascinate Internet, Scramble Human Brains

Midjourney created the varyingly personified images of bears making the rounds. People say: they’re cute, they’re fake, they’re problematic.

Written by Sam Anderson April 28, 2023

Leave the Herd Behind: How to Hike Yellowstone National Park Without Crowds

Yellowstone is the most iconic National Park in the United States — it’s also one of the busiest. So, we asked a Yellowstone ranger how…

Written by Ariel Frager April 26, 2023

This Water Filter Brand Donates 90% of Profits — And Has for 15 Years Running

Walter filter brand Sawyer is working hard to provide access to clean drinking water for developing countries around the world.

Written by Shauna Farnell April 25, 2023

Built to Run in Norwegian Cold: Norrøna Senja Running Collection Review

Norrøna’s Senja line is its first running-specific series. It’s purpose-built for running in rugged terrain and weather like its Norwegian namesake would demand.

Written by Bergen Tjossem April 25, 2023

Why Ultralight People Need to Chill Already

Not everybody wants to be an ultralight backpacker. That’s OK. Now I just have to convince ultralight backpackers that it’s OK.

Written by Andrew Marshall April 24, 2023

Log Hikes, Plant Trees With Oboz ‘Fast Trail’ Hike Challenge

Oboz is challenging anyone with a GPS device to log as many hikes as possible at the beginning of May — and the footwear brand…

Written by Mary Murphy April 21, 2023

The Minimalist Tent Every Solo Adventurer Needs: Seek Outside Silex

The Seek Outside Silex checks all the boxes you need in an ultralight shelter. This tent makes just about any adventure possible.

Written by Joey Bennett April 20, 2023

Stay Dry in Any Alpine Storm: Mountain Hardwear Dawnlight Outerwear Review

Over 2.5 days on the Grand Teton, the Dawnlight jacket and pants combo from Mountain Hardwear effectively shielded me from every kind of precipitation in…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss April 19, 2023

Everyone Trail Runs Alone — Here’s How to Stay Safe

Trail running alone comes with additional risks. Here are a few easy tips to keep it safe.

Written by Johanna Flashman April 13, 2023

Saucony Launches First Hiking Boot After 125 Years

Saucony has become a favorite shoe brand among runners for its light weights, durability, and underfoot comfort. Now it’s breaking into the world of hiking…

Written by Will Brendza April 11, 2023

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Pair of Mountain 600 Hiking Boots From Danner

This week, three lucky winners will receive a pair of Danner Mountain 600s to up their hiking game.

Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: The Gear I Used and Why

It was easy for me to decide to hike the Pacific Crest Trail. But a gigantic hurdle before me was the gear I needed.

Written by Sean Jansen April 06, 2023

Thru-Hiker’s 2,600-Mile PCT Journey Condensed Into 18 Minutes

What’s special about this journey on the Pacific Crest Trail? Moving self-reflections and a profound sense of vulnerability.

Written by Andrew McLemore April 04, 2023

‘Ultimate Infinity Loop’ Gear List: Setting an FKT on North America’s Highest Volcano

Jason Hardrath just completed a 43-mile Infinity Loop FKT of the tallest volcano in North America in less than 24 hours. Here’s the gear that…

Written by Will Brendza March 30, 2023

No Matches? No Problem. Here’s How to Build a Bow Drill in the Backcountry

A bow drill fire is a method of firestarting that requires no matches, lighters, flint or steel — all you need are a few pieces…

Written by Will Brendza March 30, 2023

Never Miss Another Photo Op Again: Peak Design Capture Clip Review

The Peak Design Capture Clip means you don’t have to choose between hanging your camera on your neck or keeping it tucked away.

Written by Aubrey Byron March 29, 2023

So You Want to Thru-Hike the Colorado Trail? Here’s Your Backpacking Checklist

This summer I’m thru-hiking the Colorado Trail, and now’s the time to get prepared. Here’s a checklist of what I’m bringing and how I’m planning…

Written by David Young March 27, 2023

A Rare Condition Nearly Turned a Friendly Hike Fatal

While backpacking into the Grand Canyon, Dan Becker developed an extremely serious condition called rhabdo — and his friends scrambled to execute an emergency evac.

Written by Eric Hanson March 22, 2023