10 Great Hut-to-Hut Trips in the U.S.
You don’t have to head to Europe to hike to a backcountry chalet. Here are the most spectacular stateside options, ranging from rustic to full-service experiences.
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Perfect 72-Hour Backcountry Adventures
All you need is a long weekend to get out, get lost, and find yourself again. From Asheville to Seattle, we’ve researched the best three-day wilderness trips within road-tripping distance from a city.
The Perfect Summer Day in Denali National Park
Mountaineers come to summit this Alaskan park’s namesake 20,310-foot peak, the highest in North America. Our 62 Parks columnist set out on a mountain bike to see the stunning terrain and bountiful wildlife during the 36th stop of her quest to visit every national park in the U.S.
The Best Weekend Detours from Cities
Make this summer all about exploring off-the-beaten-path adventures within a few hours of your home
The Best Hipcamp for Every National Park
From Maine to Alaska, we’ve done all the research for you to camp in style while visiting America’s best idea this summer
Rent These Campers and Overlanding Rigs for Your Next Road Trip
If you’re worried about how the current campsite and rental-car shortages are going to impact your summer travels, consider these options. We’ve rounded up our favorite companies in six cities, plus the itineraries to test them out on.
How Nonprofits Are Rallying for Private-Land Access in the Northeast
In New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont, local stewards have banded together to persuade private landowners to allow access to backcountry skiing, mountain biking, and other kinds of outdoor recreation
“It’s Time for the Park to Truly Be a Park”
A wild place—and an American ideal—are heading for destruction. We can stop it now.
This National Park Has Epic Wildlife Watching
Plan a trip to this Alaskan treasure to explore vast glaciers and to see huge whales and a diverse array of other fauna, says our 62 Parks columnist about the 35th stop on her quest to see every U.S. national park
7 Memorial Day Weekend Trips You’ll Enjoy As Much As Your Kids
From surfing the coast of Maine to exploring slot canyons in Utah, these adventures will make the whole family happy