There’s a moment on a quiet river when your phone goes from a lifeline to dead weight. No bars. No buzzing. Just the dip of a paddle, the hum of insects and the occasional side-eye from a great blue heron who clearly thinks you’re in its lane.

You Won’t Find This Place on Purpose (And That’s the Point)

We found out what the popular trails can’t give you — space, silence and a story worth getting a little lost for.

Facing new limits, new goals, new landscapes, new challenges and New Zealand. With only a year's worth of overnight hikes in Australia under my belt, hiking 6 days was something I was even ready for? There really was only one way to tell, go after it. I knew I wanted to test myself, to see if I really could manage six days with only rations, simple shelter and the complete unknown of the trail, the weather and what I might encounter alo

Experience the beauty, history, and adventure of the Royal Gorge from the best seat in the Rockies

Discover the magic of Lake Powell and Antelope Canyon as one adventurer paddles through towering walls and shimmering waters.

MAYA RIVERA SET OUT before sunrise, lacing her boots in the dim light of a headlamp as the chill of Yosemite Valley clung to the air.

With summer temperatures climbing across much of the country, staying hydrated has become a top priority for hikers and backpackers hitting trails. Local hiker Daniel “Danny” Reyes, an experienced long-distance backpacker who has explored forests, mountains and backcountry trails nationwide, shared practical tips for keeping safe and hydrated during hot summer hikes.

Hikers heading into Southwest Virginia’s trails now have a safer and more convenient way to store their food, thanks to a new bear canister rental program at the Damascus Trail Center.