Colorado’s Top 10 Must-Hike 14ers
These are the best 14,000-foot peaks in the Colorado Rocky Mountains.
3 Luxury Backpacking Items: What’s on Your List?
This video highlights useful comfort items to take on thru-hikes. Even if it may seem bizarre or add weight, I’m sure we all have items that aren’t totally necessary to take on hikes!
Hikers Beware: Search Is on for ‘Aggressive’ Bear That Bit Woman
Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials raised an alert for Aspen residents this week after a bear charged and bit a hiker.
Mountain Lion Killed After Attack on 4-Year-Old Boy
California Department of Fish and Wildlife officials said they ‘dispatched’ the mountain lion, suspected of attacking a group of hikers, after it showed no fear of humans.
Deuter Speed Lite Daypack Review: Forget About the Weight
Well-positioned padding, honeycomb foam, and a pliable Delrin frame make it feel like there’s next to nothing in the Deuter Speed Lite daypack. We tested the low-profile, lightweight pack over 6 months for this review.
Canine Adventure Gear: 5 Essentials for Hiking With a Dog
Hiking with a dog is the best. Get these gear essentials from Ruffwear, Buckley, and Ridgeline to prepare your pet to hit the trail.
14 14,000-Foot Mountains, 100+ Miles: Watch Joe Grant’s FKT on ‘Nolan’s Fourteen’
In 2018, Joe Grant set the unsupported record for Nolan’s 14, one of the hardest endurance challenges in the U.S. His task was to complete 14 14ers as fast as possible.
The 5 Essentials of Backpacking: On Sale Now
To go backpacking, you need a backpack, a tent, a stove, and a sleeping bag and pad. Here are five awesome options to hit the trails.
Hyperlite Sale: Ultralight, Ultradurable Gear Discounted
Hyperlite Mountain Gear is one of the most respected ultralight gear-makers out there. Made with the wonder material Dyneema, Hyperlite almost never goes on sale.
Hiking Bargains: 3 Steals to Start Your Week
Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each Monday. This week, we feature discounted hiking gear.
Our Favorite Hiking Shoe of 2019 Is on Sale: Salomon X Ultra Aero
The Salomon X Ultra Aero beat out dozens of shoes to claim the spot as Best Hiking Shoe of 2019. And now it’s on sale.
KEEN’s Giant Sale: Handpicked Deals on Sandals, Shoes, Boots
Leather hiking boots, trail shoes, and comfortable sandals: KEEN’s big sale highlights a ton of awesome gear.
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Best Backpacking Stoves of 2019: Let’s Get Cooking
For our review of the best backpacking stoves of 2019, we tested the MSR DragonFly, Jetboil MiniMo, Camp Chef Stryker, Solo Stove Lite, and more.
Flash Flood in May: Utah Video Gives Important Reminder
First, it was the rushing wind. Then, the unexpected happened. Jamal Green’s video of Halls Creek Narrows serves as an important reminder for slot canyon hikers and climbers.
The Best Hiking Shoes of 2019
We review the best hiking shoes for men and women, including top picks from Salomon, Lems, Merrell, Scarpa, and more.
Monday Bargains: 3 Steals to Start Your Week
Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each Monday. Check out these bargains from Columbia, Mountain Hardwear, and The North Face to save on gear for your next adventure.
Man Arrested in Fatal Appalachian Trail Machete Attack
One man died and a woman was seriously injured after a man attacked them with a machete while they hiked the Appalachian Trail.
BioLite ‘No-Bounce’ Ultralight HeadLamp Review
BioLite says its first headlamp gives users a unique experience thanks to its superlight, comfortable design. We put it to the test and found it a capable camp companion.
The Klettersack Is Back! Wilderness Experience Relaunches 1974 Crag Pack
The very definition of an ‘oldie but a goodie,’ the Wilderness Experience Klettersack was one of the very first pieces of core outdoor gear in America. And now, the brand makes a bold comeback relaunching the pack on Kickstarter with ‘the original pattern, materials, and quality.’
Browse, Book Campsites on the Go: Hipcamp Unveils 1st Mobile App
Hipcamp, the veritable Airbnb platform for campers, launches in app form to connect users and campsites from almost anywhere.
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 winter conditions.
Darn Good Darn Tough Sale: Save on Incredible Hiking Socks
Darn Tough socks are well-made and come with a lifetime warranty. We swear by these socks for everything from hiking to backpacking to trail running. From low-top to calf-height socks, this sale covers it all.
The ‘Second Chance Hiker’: A Mission to Lose 200 Pounds on the PCT
With more than 3 months of hiking completed, the aptly trail-named ‘Second Chance Hiker’ is well on his way to completing the 2,650 miles. His goal not only includes completing the trail but also losing 200 pounds in the process.
Best Ultralight Backpacks of 2019
What’s the best ultralight backpack? We interviewed thru-hikers and put several models to the test ourselves to find some of the top lightweight backpacks for hikers.
MSR Thru-Hiker Mesh House Review: Sub-2-Pound Shelter
MSR squares up with cottage industry brands in a minimalist 10.2-ounce solo bug shelter.
Boy Scout Dies While Hiking in State Park
Authorities were unable to resuscitate the 16-year-old boy, who collapsed suddenly while hiking down from Picacho Peak.
Man Remarkably Survives Fall Into Kilauea Volcano
A 32-year-old soldier remains in stable condition after he climbed over a guardrail and fell over a 300-foot cliff at Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park.
Screaming Deals: Gear Savings of the Week
This week’s screaming deals highlight the Danner Mountain 600, one BAD duffel bag, and an artist-designed Buff.
Best Trekking Poles of 2019
See our guide to the best trekking poles of 2019, with reviews of top aluminum and carbon options from Black Diamond, LEKI, Kelty, and more.
Save 55% on This Fjällräven Backpack Made for Summer Hiking
This daypack for your summer hikes is more than 50 percent off. The Fjällräven High Coast Trail Backpack uses the Swedish brand’s most durable fabric and looks great too.
8 Lessons Learned From a 4,000-Mile Human-Powered Trek to the Arctic
Covering 4,000 miles through the wilds of Alaska revealed a few truths for Caroline Van Hemert. She shares these lessons that others can apply to wilderness epics of their own.