Hiking

Hiking to Three Fingers Lookout, Surprise Cargo & Film Camera in Hand
21 Disposable Film Photos From a Treacherous Hike to a 1930's PNW Fire Lookout Tower

A group of friends once again prove no good deed goes unpunished on an arduous hike to visit a historic 1932 Fire Tower in Washington's Cascade Range

The 10 Best Vintage Hiking Boots Restyled for Everyday Wear
10 Best Vintage-Inspired Hiking Boots for Trails and Everyday Wear

The spirit of old-school mountain style is alive and well in a vintage-inspired breed modern hiking boots fit for wearing on and off the trails

125 BIPOC Outdoor Athletes, Adventurers & Photographers to Support
125 BIPOC Outdoor Athletes, Adventurers & Photographers to Support

Celebrate diversity in the outdoors with these notable nature lovers—from camping and hiking to climbing, cycling, and more

10 Best Vegan Hiking Boots from Our Favorite Outdoor Brands
The 10 Vegan Hiking Boots for Lovers of Adventure (and Animals)

No leather, no problem. Not a single ounce of animal products to be found on these hiking boots from our favorite outdoor brands

Patagonia's Newest UL Puffies Are Its Warmest & Eco-Friendliest Yet
Patagonia's New Downlab UL Puffies Are Its Warmest & Eco-Friendliest Yet

In expanding its ultralight insulation collection geared for alpine climbing, Patagonia made big advances without losing an eye for minimalism

Pro Tips & Gear to Make Camping With Kids Fun & Easy(ish)
Tips, Tricks, & Gear to Make Camping With Kids Fun and (Mostly) Stress Free

Getting outside with young kids isn't always easy, but these parents have some advice for whatever outdoor adventurer you may be planning

The 10 Best Ponchos for Surfing, Camping, and Other Outdoor Adventures
The 10 Best Ponchos for Surfing, Camping, and Other Outdoor Adventures

One of the most slept on articles of gear/clothing, the poncho is an essential item for staying warm, dry, and cozy, at the campsite, beach, and home

Vermont Huts: Inside the New Network of Trails & Backcountry Shelters
Vermont Is Building a New Network of Backcountry Huts. Here's What You Should Know

A unique partnership with private landowners aims to link the entire state with a continuous system of trails and shelters for hikers, bikers, skiers

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