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Bernhardt Announces 30 New National Recreation Trails in 25 States

The Trump Administration is adding new National Recreation Trails across the country. And 1,275 new trail miles are now open to the public.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 23, 2020

The 10 Best Hikes in Yosemite National Park

Visit Yosemite National Park for outstanding hiking through alpine meadows, next to waterfalls, and up glacier-carved granite domes.

Written by Ilana Newman July 27, 2020

5 Outdoors-Lovin’ Ways to Celebrate Public Lands Month

September is Public Lands Month, and with millions of acres to celebrate, we’ve put together a few of our favorite ways to enjoy and support…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri September 06, 2019

Rocky Mountain National Park in Early May: Snow and Seclusion

Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most-visited national parks. Our editor went just before the busy season for fewer crowds amid the lingering…

Written by Kyle Nossaman May 07, 2019

Summit an 8,700-Foot Peak Overlooking ‘El Capitán’ — In Texas

Near the border of West Texas and New Mexico, the Guadalupe Mountains host Texas’ four tallest peaks. We ascended a surprisingly challenging 3,000 feet to…

Written by Kyle Nossaman February 26, 2019

Channel Islands National Park: A Remote Island Getaway Ends With Evacuation

A recent trip to Channel Islands National Park proved that its little-known islands off the coast of Los Angeles are full of rugged adventures and…

Written by Kyle Nossaman January 16, 2019

Locked Doors, No Toilets: A Government Shutdown at Our National Parks

Little-to-no services are available in national parks when there’s a federal government shutdown. Our editor visited Saguaro National Park on the eighth day of the…

Written by Kyle Nossaman January 02, 2019

Lassen Volcanic National Park: Everything to Love About a Big Park, Without the Crowds

Lassen Volcanic National Park is one of the lesser-known parks. There’s a lot to love about this northern California gem, which is chock-full of volcanoes,…

Written by Kyle Nossaman November 23, 2018

Hiking in Olympic National Park: From Sea to Summit to Rainforest

In seven full days we backpacked in three different ecosystems found in Olympic National Park. With two days in the mountains, two by the Pacific…

Written by Kyle Nossaman October 15, 2018

Rafting the Grand Canyon: What to Know About This Bucket List Trip

Most Grand Canyon rafting trips book a year or two in advance. Here’s the rundown on our editor’s recent Grand Canyon rafting experience, including what…

Written by Kyle Nossaman August 28, 2018

Utah’s Least-Visited National Park Is a Secret Oasis: Guide to Capitol Reef

Capitol Reef National Park is Utah’s least-visited National Park. That’s preposterous, but we’re not complaining. It’s an oasis with untouched beauty and few crowds.

Written by Kyle Nossaman August 14, 2018

Reservations May Soon Be Required at Arches National Park

According to the still-proposed plan, only vehicles with an entry reservation will be allowed to enter the park between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. from…

Written by Kyle Nossaman July 10, 2018

National Park Hidden Gem: Black Canyon of the Gunnison

Named after a 2,200-foot-deep canyon aggressively dug by the Gunnison River, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park quickly earned our respect as one of…

Written by Kyle Nossaman June 18, 2018

Couple Begins Yearlong National Park Road Trip in School Bus

A GearJunkie editor and his wife recently began a yearlong national park road trip in their school bus-RV conversion. Check out their plans and follow…

Written by Kyle Nossaman June 04, 2018

Badlands National Park: Camp, Hike Beyond The Trails

With only a handful of designated trails, Badlands National Park is best explored off trail. We spent three full days in the park, exploring its…

Written by Kyle Nossaman May 24, 2018

Visit Theodore Roosevelt National Park: A Great Plains Gem

In the Badlands of North Dakota, Theodore Roosevelt National Park is an unexpectedly epic hub for adventure enthusiasts. We spent a week in the park…

Written by Kyle Nossaman May 14, 2018

National Park Service Ends Plastic Water Bottle Ban

The nearly six-year prohibition on plastic water bottle sales ends at some of the most prominent parks in the country.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 21, 2017

Celebrate & Support National Parks With Outdoorsy Artwork

Hang one of these gems up in your living room and remind yourself of your favorite National Parks.

Written by Nate Mitka April 14, 2017

Buy A Knife, Support A Park

Victorinox Swiss Army will donate $25,000 to the National Park Foundation. You can support the effort by purchasing one of two Swiss Army Knife models.

Written by Sean McCoy April 11, 2017