I tested trendy weighted vests and packs against ordinary backpacks. Here’s what I found.

The Korean brand is finally diving into the body-on-frame market with a steel-tough SUV designed for the American dirt—and they’re building it right here in the States.

Revisiting the Pacific Northwest's comic laureate of snowboarding and mountain biking one year later

Save money—and keep used gear out of the landfill—when you shop online at these first-rate secondhand stores.

This Earth Day, explore the bold ideas, grassroots action, and outside recreation shaping a more livable planet.

A renowned researcher died after becoming obsessed with dark shamans. I traveled to Guyana to see if the stories were true.

Despite the dry winter, spring is when waterfalls are at their most breathtaking. Witness a snowmelt waterfall firsthand in these five locations.

After surviving a 180-foot fall down a waterfall, a four-year-old border collie named Molly spent nearly two weeks alone in the New Zealand wilderness. Her incredible rescue involved a hunt for survival and a special "support dog" to bring her home.

HOVERAir will take your outdoor videography to new heights—literally

The snow was lackluster. The end-of-season sales are not.

Portable, packable, and—finally—delicious, a new generation of canned wine brings better grapes to the great outdoors.

After 60 years of slickrock fun and 4x4 community building, Easter Jeep Safari®️ still retains its grassroots DNA—and has a lot to celebrate

From backcountry grinds to bike-park laps, these models delivered the best balance of climbing and descending.

Author Mark Kurlansky explains in his upcoming book, “To Catch a Fish,” what the sport reveals about our deep connection to the unseen side of nature.

The journey to the titanium spork wound through Hollywood, forks with knives for handles, and a bizarre American craze for turtle soup.

A certified strength and conditioning specialist says these moves will help you perform your best.

Learn about the National Parks Access Pass for people with permanent disabilities, including how chronic conditions like diabetes qualify for a lifetime pass.

The world’s most iconic mountain bike destination just opened 200 miles of singletrack to electric bikes. From revitalizing injured riders to turning brutal climbs into a "turbo-charged" cruise, here is what the new rules really mean for the desert.

The agency just opened applications for seasonal roles across six iconic parks. Here is everything you need to know to get your application in before the deadline.

The Aventon Abound SR made me realize how little I actually need four wheels in the city.

From the creators of ‘The Alpinist’ and ‘The Dawn Wall,’ this docuseries explores the high-stakes life of the climbing legend who fell to his death at 43 years old. Watch the new trailer here.

These are all the gross and scary things that would happen to her body on a bean-only diet—from a few days to two years—in a post-apocalyptic world. (And don't worry, there are no major spoilers here.)

It’s the season to get moving, and with free shipping and free returns, Zappos makes it easy to get the best shoes for every pursuit

Here's what doctors say to look for before you flush.

Rescuers used an Apple Crash Detection alert to find a fatal plane crash site in Northern California, leading to a several-week closure of a large wilderness area.

Groundbreaking research shows how spending time in awe-inspiring places like Lake Tahoe boosts well-being in measurable ways

In this new video series, researchers show how spending time in awe-inspiring places like Lake Tahoe can improve your well-being, happiness, connection, and more

Losing weight doesn’t necessarily make you fitter, a new study finds.

YETI rarely plays the discount game, but Amazon’s week-long spring sales event is the exception.

German highliner Friedi Kühne broke the world record for the highest highline when he walked between two hot air balloons thousands of feet in the air. How fear, flow, and ambition drive his desire for extreme adventure in his new book, Above the Abyss: Finding Strength, Stillness, and Survival on the Slackline.

A life spent on the California coast informs art in ways that aren't always predictable

Did you miss the permit window for Angel’s Landing, Half Dome, or the Teton Crest Trail? We have 10 alternatives to keep your next outing epic, even if you didn’t nab a reservation.

Our test team of 25 runners put more than 100 road running shoes through their paces to find the best for every type of run.

With historic flooding in Hawai’i, travelers are rethinking spring break plans. Here’s what locals want you to consider before canceling your trip.

Instagram comedian Matt Lyons has a new documentary film out about his attempt to thru-hike the Pacific Crest Trail.

I expected a quiet family visit, but ended up in an assembly line of volunteers shoveling heavy mud away from flooded homes. This is the visceral reality of a record-breaking storm that has changed life on Oʻahu.

Outside’s ultimate thru-hiking guide equips you for the realities of trail life, from terrain and gear to safety.

Backpacking 101: where to go, what to pack, and why it’s worth it.

A group of families is trading traditional life for months of thru-hiking in the wilderness—with kids in tow.

Experts break down the good, the concerning, and just plain confusing aspects of these controversial recommendations with athletes in mind.

Planning a backpacking trip? Join Pacific Crest Trail correspondent and thru-hiker David Gleisner live on March 25 for a Q&A.

Rescuers found a 71-year-old hiker alive after a three-day search in the northern California wilderness. A chance encounter with a local guide company, Skunk Train, saved her life.

The former pro athlete shares about his life off-set and the stories we haven't witnessed on his new adventure travel show.

Comet MAPS could soon become as bright as Venus, offering a once-in-a-decade spectacle for the naked eye. Here is what to know about its high-stakes flight in early April.

These moves work every part of your core, boost spinal stability, and lower blood pressure.

Scientists explain why some of us benefit more than others from expert guidance.

'The Valley of Shadows,' a new eight-part podcast, examines the 1998 disappearance of former Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy John Aujay, who vanished during a training run in the Devil’s Punchbowl—an unsolved mystery that endures to this day.

People who engaged in this form of high-intensity exercise had fewer and less severe panic attacks.

The Bureau of Land Management is pursuing a plan to allow drilling and fracking on public land across California, including those neighboring prominent national parks and monuments.

An easy, realistic overlanding build focused on organization, comfort, and simplicity—not extreme mods.

When leaked data revealed a plan to remove hundreds of historic signs, one outdoorsman created an interactive guide to archive them before they disappear forever.

In the heart of Glacier National Park, a young diver’s pursuit of adventure ended in a heartbreaking tragedy that shocked all who knew her. The life and death of an 18-year-old Montana woman is now portrayed in a new documentary, ‘How to Kill a Mermaid: The Linnea Mills Story.’

A new breed of lighter, more breathable midlayers is replacing your beloved insulated hoodie.

Upsized tires promise capability—but real-world testing shows they may cost far more than they deliver.

From Charlize Theron scaling rock barefoot to the world's darkest skies, hear the stories of Outside's Spring 2026 issue wherever the trail takes you.

Arborists work in a world of extreme heights and life-or-death consequences every day. I went behind the scenes of a professional tree-climbing competition to meet the people who maintain the canopies above our heads.

We think of the wilderness as a refuge from the dangers of city life, but experts say our sense of security in the wild may be our biggest vulnerability. Here is the hidden reality of safety on the trail.

Experts explain how you can improve your performance in the comfort of your own bedroom.

Steep slopes, harsh weather, and unforgiving terrain make Teton County one of the toughest places in the country to get rescued. But it just got a little easier thanks to this first-response vehicle.

With temperatures reaching triple digits before spring begins, officials are closing popular routes to prevent heatstroke.

From 'Emily in Paris' to the North Pole, Lucas Bravo talks surviving the "Into the Wild" bus and why he would rather be scared in nature than comfortable in the city.

It looks like a Bauhaus manifesto and costs less than a generic crossover. The Slate is the first electric truck designed for the rest of us.

We're celebrating the best places to stay, the coolest new trail initiatives, and the trailblazers shaking up the outdoors. See who won our 2026 Travel Awards, and get inspired to plan your next adventure.

New research conducted around Lake Tahoe reveals surprising connections between natural beauty and mental well being

Snow Peak Campfield functions like a live-in catalog for high-end gear. For $129, you can skip the stress of packing and dive straight into a world of heated cabins, Japanese-style spas, and pristine coastal wilderness.

From the North Rim to Route 66, these two properties are turning the pre-hike crash pad into a destination all its own.

For decades, mountain trails were built for a narrow group of athletes. Now a groundbreaking adaptive network is proving that adventure should belong to everyone.

Tierra Atacama officially reopened in the driest place on Earth. Following a massive renovation, the lodge offers a high-design launchpad for exploring salt flats, high-altitude geysers, and the world’s clearest night skies.

From pioneers making "the extreme" more accessible, to visionaries bringing solar power and epic trips to the remote Himalayas, these are our 2026 Trailblazers redefining the impact of adventure travel.

From hand-me-down fleeces to patched-up shells, we’re celebrating the tattered, torn, and "un-trashable" gear that has survived decades on the trail.

If you only move in a straight line, you might be missing a critical way to keep your hips strong. Experts say adding this simple exercise can prevent bone loss and help you stay mobile for years to come.

From the most iconic national park to the newest national monument, much of America’s 640 million acres of public land is under siege. Here are the most endangered places, what we stand to lose, and our best chances for saving them.

The year’s best member-exclusive discount is finally here.

These four easy modifications might help you finally enjoy this universally hated exercise.

The scientific search for connection

From an ultralight pack to an ultra-organized gear box, here’s the 2026 spring/summer gear I previewed at a recent outdoor trade show.

After completing a mind-boggling ascent in British Columbia, the 22-year-old is no longer the climber of the future—his time is now.

Six separate rescues in just two days kept Nevada search-and-rescue teams busy. Here’s what the experts say went wrong—and what hikers often underestimate about this Mojave Desert landscape.

Despite a government shutdown and reports of chaos, one California national park saw more than 4.2 million visitors last year.

Where to go, what to see, and how to document astronomical events this year.