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I found big adventure and warm weather in these national-park units spread across the Southeast and Southwest

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This lodge is all about its spectacular location, within a national monument and between two national parks. It also has fire pits, free s’mores, and access to endless trails and rivers.

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Sponsor Content: Discover Lake County

Escape to Lake County with tips from a local, and find the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation

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From a Denver hotel resembling an aspen grove to national-parks-adjacent stays with mountain-bike rentals and train access into the Grand Canyon, these new places are definitely on our vacation radar

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We’re not talking about big thru-hikes, but extended walks on pathways through glorious landscapes in spectacular parts of the world

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Whether you like to camp, paddle, take long walks, or bike flowy singletrack, these are the coolest ways to spend your precious time off in 2025

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Most national parks have an entry fee, but not these. And they’re all awesome places to visit.

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Done with cold weather? From the Keys’ turquoise waters to the Panhandle’s white-sand shores and beyond, here are the Sunshine State’s best beaches to visit.

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Visitors were greeted with long lift lines and minimal open terrain at Park City ski resort when the ski patrol union went on strike. One dissatisfied guest has filed a class action lawsuit against parent company Vail Resorts, Inc., for ruining his family’s trip.

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Every season in Marquette is the best. Here’s how to explore them all, according to the locals.

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You’ll be able to view a rare alignment of planets this month and into February. Our astrotourism expert reveals the best places and ways to see the awesome spectacle.

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These are our favorite healthy trips in North America, from a desert hot-springs lodge to a quiet island off the Pacific Coast.

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Our national parks are called America’s Best Idea for a reason. Here's how to have the most epic adventures in the most beautiful parks in the U.S.

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We haven’t seen the Red Planet this luminous in the night sky since 2022. Our astrotourism expert shares how and when to enjoy the show.

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When our trail columnist first started sliding silicone spacers between his toes, friends chuckled. But now these little separators are getting the moment they deserve.

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In last days of his presidency, Biden adds more protected sites to a long list of conservation accomplishments

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Sponsor Content: Visit Lake Tahoe

The South Shore of Lake Tahoe is calling your name this winter

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Timed-entry reservations are back. Our national parks columnist reveals how to get into these popular parks.

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Our travel writers spent weekends at some fabulous places: a red-rock retreat, stargazing domes, and one of the national parks’ hardest-to-book cabins. Here’s where we’re sending our friends next year.

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Experience two of SoCal's stunning desert landscapes—the low Colorado to the east, and the mountainous Mojave to the west—with these gorgeous treks, ranging from 1 to 37 miles

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Sponsor Content: The Florida Keys & Key West

The Florida Keys are even better than they sound, with a lifetime of adventure and a unique food and drink scene that must be tasted to be believed

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A NOAA ocean buoy and a decades-old forecasting service have hooked powder hounds with surprisingly accurate storm intelligence

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“The trees aren’t as big as everyone says” and “I've seen better in video games.” Our national-parks columnist rounded up some scathing reviews of America's Best Idea.

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Sponsor Content: Visit Park City

Discover a fuller mountain life in Park City, Utah

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There’s something about packing a car for a trip that can bring out the worst in us. Here’s how to keep it stress-free.

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Sponsor Content: Suunto

Want to listen to your hype playlist on the move without compromising safety? These headphones are for you.

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Outside spends a lot of time ranking the best mountain towns in the country, but which one is the worst?

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Italian municipalities hoping to revive small towns have basically been giving houses away for free. According to this buyer, it’s almost as good as it sounds.

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As a former editor at Scuba Diving magazine, I've traveled to many islands. These are my absolute favorites for outdoor recreation.

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Solo travel is soaring in popularity, and I know why. This is what I’ve learned after two decades of going it on my own.

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Specialty compression socks have taken off. Our travel columnist lays out why they work, which brands she loves, and when you should wear them.

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Here’s the local’s cheat sheet to navigating on and off-piste thrills of Colorado’s most coveted destinations

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The place has it all. Points for trying to guess, but you may never have heard of the name.

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“Seen better”: Not every visitor is impressed with one of the world’s seven natural wonders, it turns out

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I fly thousands of miles each year and this is the easiest jet-lag remedy that has ever worked for me. Plus, you get to wear these cool glasses.

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We love to travel, but most airports suck. Here are ones that don't.

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Paige McClanahan, the author of ‘The New Tourist: Waking Up to the Power and Perils of Travel,’ lays out exactly how we can do better

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This Wyoming gem is legendary for year-round adventure but known as pricey. There are ways to go without blowing your budget.

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Change is inevitable. When it happens in our relationships, it’s best to take a cue from the currents and go with the flow.

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Recent studies point to travel as a way to increase your longevity. As if we needed another excuse to hit the road.

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From cool gear to incredible travel experiences, these gift ideas are perfect for all the adventure travelers in your life. We want them all.

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I tagged along on a surreal trip to a conflict zone in Azerbaijan with a group of explorers known as the world’s Most Traveled People. No matter that the war there wasn’t over yet.

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Hear me out: I love the outdoors, and that includes playing golf. These courses are on the leading edge of sustainability and close to adventure.

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Sponsor Content: Timberland

Timberland’s functional and forever-stylish jackets and footwear give all-weather fun for years to come

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Stephanie Vermillion is an expert on magical nocturnal experiences, with an upcoming book called ‘100 Nights of a Lifetime: The World’s Ultimate Adventures After Dark.’ These are her favorites.

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Our national parks columnist reveals his all-time favorite treks in Arches, Canyonlands, Zion, Bryce Canyon, and Capitol Reef for both beginner and advanced adventurers

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My wife decided we needed an active outdoor getaway, a romantic ramble across moors and fells and three national parks. I knew it’d be hard. I’ve never been happier.

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For the past 50-plus years, our colleagues at SKI magazine have invited readers to weigh in on the best ski resorts—because no one’s as passionate as a skier praising their favorite hill. These ranked highest.

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My family traded stressful air travel and an exhausting day cooking and cleaning for crowd-free campsites and an outdoor feast around the fire. Best decision ever.

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I was in need of transformation, but wasn’t so sure chakra-balancing treatments and hikes through a mystical vortex site would help

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A tiny, remote backcountry hut in the Front Range has everything you need—and nothing you don’t

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Here’s how to save serious money at this and other U.S. ski hills this season

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Sponsor Content: Osprey

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This remote mountain town has had its ups and downs. In recent years famous races put it on the map, but some knew of its year-round treasures all along.

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Sleep in style, and close to the trailhead and slopes, at these jaw-dropping adventure base camps

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Joe Buffalo Child has a deep connection to the auroras, which his people, the Dene, believe carry messages from their ancestors. We headed into the boreal forest seeking light.

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I stayed in these glass-walled geodesic domes under dark skies, just a few miles from Bryce Canyon National Park and its world-renowned hoodoos

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Sponsor Content: Bonjour Québec

Canada’s eastern mountains serve up the whole package, from awesome scenery and snow to an unmatched après-ski playground

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Surrounded by more famous destinations, this area is often overlooked. Yet it is one of the wildest and most beautiful units in the national-park system.

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Sponsor Content: Samsung

Is there anything better than watching a great movie with a great view? Join our geo-guessing challenge to see how Samsung is creating an immersive experience that delivers The Ultimate View wherever you are.

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Sponsor Content: Gate 1 Travel

Here’s why your next adventure needs to be rooted in activity—and where to find the dream walking or hiking tour that can deliver

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I bought land in rural Vermont, felled trees, and built a simple log structure. This is how I did it.

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In an excerpt from his new book, ‘Into the Thaw,’ Jon Waterman vividly depicts one of his most painful expedition moments ever

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From an e-toothbrush that self-disinfects and an airline where your bike flies free, to smart socks and a genius trick for entertaining kids, our tips will transform how you travel

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From Boston to San Francisco, urban hikers have stitched parks and paths together into beautiful, rigorous, and creative routes

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Here’s how to avoid the hassle and expense of checking a bag while flying. Plus, the best duffels, packs, and suitcases to get you through any journey.

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Our national-parks columnist, a 20-year resident of Asheville, was there when Hurricane Helene's floods wiped out entire towns in western North Carolina. Nobody expected a storm like this.

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Astronomers say Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS will likely be visible to the naked eye this weekend in the U.S. Here’s how and where to see it.

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This eco-destination boasts a plethora of incredible spots, from wildlife-rich rainforests and surf-swept coast to active volcanoes and natural hot springs

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It’s a tough job, but I’ve been testing these warm-soak places for many years. Here are my all-time favorites.

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B.C.’s beauty is hard to top. Our writer shares her ideal route, packed with stunning coastlines, mountain peaks, and insider tips on where to stay, eat, and play.

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Sponsor Content: Defender

Six heroic nonprofits will win a Defender 130 and a financial donation to help further their mission, and you have a say in determining the most deserving organizations. Vote now for your favorite among the finalists.

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Climb some of the most beautiful and unique mountains in the world without any technical experience

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Of the free AI tools I tried, results were middling, and some were befuddling. But one does have potential.

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How can you be part of the climate solution while also enjoying your vacation? These cities and countries are doing much of the hard work for you.

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It may be called the Green Mountain State, but when fall arrives, this land reveals its true colors

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Our astrotourism expert’s easy step-by-step guide, tips, and gear hacks will set you up for stunning shots

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Two beautiful national parks, 89 state parks, plus mountains, rivers, and coastline. Having grown up in Texas, I can attest: this state has it all.

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Sponsor Content: Ford

Outside and Bronco® SUV prescribe America’s most adventure-starved workers with an outdoor experience like no other

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Hidden along Highway 1, not far from Point Reyes National Seashore and celebrated oyster farms, this camp-like retreat is drawing city-goers eager to be surrounded by wilderness

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