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After a challenging summer and fall, we're all wondering what the ski season has in store. Don't worry: resorts are working hard to open and ensure a safe experience for everyone, and there are plenty of other ways to delight in the white stuff. Here's the lowdown.
With a little planning and some commonsense precautions, including quarantine, winter adventures in the Green Mountain State are as ample as ever
Stay warm and get outside more during these colder months with smart gear picks
With more than 200 miles of trails, there's a lot to explore in this iconic Wyoming attraction. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's 25th stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park.
Pull your van or RV into the cheapest slopeside lodging you can find: an overnight parking space
Ten thousand geothermal features make this hot spot a must-see. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's 24th stop on her journey to visit every national park in the U.S.
The ideal over-the-top holiday gift this year? A private ski experience.
Both the world-weary and stoked-on-life congregate at these wild outposts—all seeking the same euphoric joy, communality, and escapism
After centuries of coal mining, West Virginia looks to a new form of economic growth
Pitch a tent on these beach or desert campgrounds
Many backcountry huts are now available as private rentals, so you and your pod can have the entire place for yourselves. From Maine to Washington, here are a few of our favorites.
From Washington to California, here are nine of our favorite short treks along the famous route
Our 63 Parks Traveler meets bison and sees surreal geography at this South Dakota stop, the 23rd visit on her journey to see every U.S. national park
Mix, match, and click your way to the perfect backpacking kit
From traversing forgotten Pacific coastline to walking back in geologic time in Wisconsin, these backpacking trails are unlike anything else
Carbon offsets are confusing, and many people wonder how—or if—they even work. Hoping to find a more guilt-free way to travel, frequent flier Tim Neville heads to the ranchlands of Montana to see what an offset looks like on the ground. Hint: it involves cows.
What you need to know about navigating the ski season to come
Our writer reflects on the uncertain ski season ahead
With more than 350 miles of trails, 124 peaks, and 147 lakes, this must-see Colorado destination is a wilderness lover's paradise. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's 22nd stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park.
From a cult-favorite publisher launching a national-parks series to a Kevin Costner–narrated app, these five new releases are reinventing the traditional field guide
Our 62 Parks Traveler explores miles of hiking trails and one of the largest remaining mixed-grass prairie ecosystems in the country at South Dakota's Wind Cave, the 21st stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park.
From Red Lady Films comes a story about Crested Butte, Colorado, a small mountain town that has always been defined by its people
Fed up with packed trails and parking lots, small groups of people have begun to summit in the dark
This pastoral stretch of the Southern Appalachian mountains in Virginia is packed with hiking, fishing, road biking, and other adventures—if you know where to look
We asked 13 major resorts what operational plans are in place for this winter. Their answers ranged from après-ski in a private dome to parking spots you need to reserve.
Given that most of us have stayed put for the past few months, the Outside staff came up with some exciting ways to make the most of being on the home front. Puppy, anyone?
From Alabama to Wyoming, we found the best off-grid sites for chilling out, escaping the hordes, and finding adventure
Five campsites with views worth the drive
Explore the dwellings and terrain of the Ancestral Pueblo people at this western Colorado park. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's 20th stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park.
The diverse landscape of Great Sand Dunes National Park features 700-foot-tall mounds of sand, grasslands, alpine peaks, and a creek to splash in. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's 19th stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park.
'Clarity' dives into North America's largest alpine lake, highlighting the beauty of, and threats to, its renowned clear water
From fishing to four-wheeling, these adventures are more accessible than you might think
Whether you have a few hours or a whole week, here's how to fit outdoor fun into your family's routine
With stormchasing tours more popular than ever, our writer set out to discover why this risky pastime is once again taking off
From international hot spots to backyard breaks, here's where you’ll find the reigning women's world surf champ riding waves
We asked our travel experts to reveal what's on their bucket lists, and their answers will surprise and inspire you. The destinations, insight, and data here will help you plan trips for months and years to come—when we hope we'll all be getting back out there.
Whether you're planning to head on a rugged adventure, a weekend getaway, or an extended expedition, this gear will get you where you're going
Scrambles, climbs, and spectacular scenery: it's our 63 Parks Traveler’s 18th stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year
As RV rentals and purchases continue to skyrocket, these three startups are going beyond the basic rental scheme to be more on demand, millennial focused, and remote-work-friendly
For more than three decades, Paul Knapp Jr. has taken travelers out into the Caribbean Sea to hear humpback whales. Now seismic blasts threaten to silence their songs.
The athlete and artist on creating your own hero, shifting the culture, and why the outdoors is your right
While most bristlecone pines are between 2,000 and 3,500 years old, a special few can live to be nearly 5,000—and they're easily found in this area of Nevada. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's 17th stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year.
With a little extra planning, it's easy to be self-sufficient and safe when it comes to packing food for a long road trip. Here's how we do it.
For those looking to give vanlife a shot, follow these tips on renting and traveling with the family
When an overworked health care professional and her family needed a break, they decided to hit the highway. Here, she explains how they did it.
These affordable digs are within driving distance from major cities but feel like far-away escapes
How L. Renee Blount, a.k.a. Instagram's @urbanclimbr, blended her passions for climbing, travel, and design into a budding photography career
We put together our favorite in-state itineraries in every region of the country, to make it easy for you to explore your own backyard
From going big on snacks to active pit stops, here's everything you need to know before taking a long road trip with the whole family
The ins and outs of keeping Fido safe, comfortable, and happy while on the go
Staying connected and productive on the move can be tough. Here's how to make it easier.
We're always looking for that magic outfit that can be worn for days on the road before you need to clean it. Here are some tried-and-true picks.
Now is a great time to build out a van, truck, or station wagon for adventurous road trips. We consulted vanlifers Grizel Caminas and Eric Hallworth to break down the steps.
These eight rentals are the ultimate social-distancing hacks
There are hundreds of scenic trails for you and your BFF to explore together
The two-hour corridor from Asheville, North Carolina, to Bluff City, Tennessee, packs eight adventures into 60 miles
With more than a hundred 11,000-foot peaks, five glaciers, and some 150 alpine lakes, Colorado's most popular park has served as an idyllic backdrop for some of our writer's bigger life moments: it's where he proposed to his wife, where his kids earned their first Junior Ranger badges, and where he said goodbye to someone special. While you'll be among 4.7 million visitors who visit every year, there's something personal to be found here.
See 300-foot-tall redwoods, banana slugs, and more in this dreamlike landscape. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's 16th stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year.
The athlete and artist on creating your own hero, shifting the culture, and why the outdoors is your right
From trails to post-ride tacos, the decorated Mountain Bike World Cup champ shares her favorite Northern California spots
Serene places to pitch a tent—where it's just you and the ocean
After Hurricane Joaquin devastated his home, flats fishing guide Elton McKinney was left to rebuild
Headwinds explores a new global reality as it unfolds in one small Colorado mountain town.
Headwinds explores a new global reality, as it unfolds in one small Colorado mountain town.
HEADWINDS explores a new global reality as it unfolds in one small Colorado mountain town.
Headwinds explores a new global reality as it unfolds in one small Colorado mountain town.
HEADWINDS explores a new global reality as it unfolds in one small Colorado mountain town.
From far-flung mesas to rainy weather, our travel columnist managed to avoid the bustle at one of the Utah's most popular hiking destinations. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's 15th stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year.
The OluKai Pehuea work whether you're on the beach, in town, or on a cruiser bike
Mountain-bike world-famous slickrock at our 62 Parks Traveler's 14th stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year
The National Park Service has abdicated responsibility for visitor safety, compromising local mandates and leaving staff and vendors to fend for themselves
Hit the road for a memorable summer road trip with these extra precautions
There’s never been a better time to seek the positive benefits of being outdoors, which is why this travel writer keeps coming back to Utah
Ian Frazier reminds us that there’s no more promising feeling than hitting the road, windows down, hair blowing, full speed ahead.
Cyrus Sutton balances running a successful filmmaking studio and his sunscreen brand—all while living mostly on the road
Meet the athletes, adventurers, and entrepreneurs proving that it’s never been easier to pursue your passions while living life on the road
Are social media and selfie culture killing the outdoors? Nah... but as a visit to some overshared spots reveals, they’re challenging our notions about whether there’s a right way to appreciate nature—and who gets to do it.