Hiking

The best hiking gear for men & women, from boots to backpacks and everything in between

Chasing the Famous & Rare Golden Larch in North Cascades National Park
Photo Essay: Chasing the Famous & Rare Golden Larch in North Cascades National Park

Medium format photos from deep in the rugged alpine of Washington State, where each fall for rare moment a brilliant gold hue overtakes the evergreen

5 Rules for Shoulder Season Layering from a Pro Outdoor Photographer
A Pro Outdoor Photographer's Tips & Gear Recs for Shoulder Season Adventures

Learn the do's and don'ts for staying comfortable, dry, and warm in shoulder season weather without carrying an overloaded pack

Japanese Alps Hiking Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Everything You Need to Know About Hiking the Northern Japanese Alps

North of Tokyo in the Nagano, Toyama, and Gifu prefectures, the peaks collectively known as the Hida Mountains or Japanese Alps are a hiker's dream

The 9 Best Hiking Jackets for Women
For Rain or Shine, These Are the 9 Best Women's Hiking Jackets Out There

Packable, waterproof, insulated: whatever type of hiking jacket you need, we've found the best of the best

The 10 Best Travel Pants and Adventure Trousers for Women
The 10 Best Travel Pants for Women, No Matter Where Your Adventures Takes You

Whether going by bike, plane, car, or just commuting around town on foot, these pants are deliver restriction-free comfort without sacrificing style

Artist Travis Weller on Trail Running, Finding Flow & New Roark Collab
Artist Travis Weller on Trail Running, Finding Balance & His New Roark Collab

A conversation with the acclaimed California transplant on the release of a new apparel collaboration with Roark's Run Amok line

The 10 Best Sports Bras for Athletic Women: Tested & Approved
Tested & Approved: The 10 Best Sports Bras for Climbing, Yoga, Hiking, and More

Because it's not easy to find a sports bra that's comfortable, supportive, and fits well (especially when you have muscles)

New Hyperlite Mountain Gear Unbound Pack & Tent Are a Thru-Hike Dream
Hyperlite Mountain Gear's New Pack & Tent Are a Thru-Hiker's Dream

Combined with the Maine-based brand’s new down quilt, the new 40-liter backpack and two-person tent create the ultimate "big 3" backcountry system

The Teva Geotrecca Is a Waterproof Modern Hiker for Everyday Wear
Teva's New Geotrecca Is a Fashion-Influenced Hiker for Style-Obsessed Outdoorists

Made with certified sustainable and recycled materials, these weatherproof boots look to fashion sneaker design for a fresh take on outdoor footwear

Matador's Beast28 Helium Is a Superlight Daypack for Hiking & Climbing
Matador's Beast28 Helium Is One of the Lightest Frame Backpacks for Hiking & Climbing

This Colorado gear maker continues to push the boundaries of sleek design and adventure gear with a new pack that's super-light and super-durable

The 11 Best Airbnb Cabins to Rent in Tofino, British Columbia
Where to Stay When Visiting Tofino, the Surf Capital of Canada

With year-round surf, ancient rainforests, and inspiring wildlife, the humble Vancouver Island village is a year-round destination for nature lovers

Canadian Brand Foehn Made an Ultra-Durable Down Jacket Using Dyneema
This Canadian Brand Made the Most Durable Down Jacket of the Year

Part of a new unisex collection that includes cargo pants and fleece, the Salem Dyneema Down Parka is a jacket that can take on an apocalypse

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