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Don't want to spend money on prepackaged energy food? Use one of these machines to make your own jerky or dried fruit.
These Airstream hotels let you test #trailerlife before taking the plunge
Big Sky Country has one of the highest concentrations of hot springs in America. Here's where to find the best ones.
'Outside' staffers know a thing or two about maximizing our microadventures. Steal our tips for getting after it in the early morning, late at night, during lunchtime, and on short weekends.
And everything you need to know before you purchase a coverage plan
From film shoots to climbing fiestas, Shelma Jun is always on the go. This gear keeps her moving.
Forget the all-you-can-eat buffets. These small-ship cruises offer unparalleled access to adventure.
Filmmakers Will and Jim Pattiz are on a mission to document our astoundingly beautiful public lands.
Travelers from around the world can now explore the reclusive nation's undiscovered breaks, but their adventure could come at a cost to human rights
How I learned to do group travel—without hating everybody else
Ramón Navarro chases swells around the world. Here's the carry-on gear that helps him get it done.
Avoid the crowds and catch a meteor shower or monarch butterfly migration on these perfect autumnal treks
Solo trips are among life's great adventures, but it's best to be prepared for everything, from bouts of boredom to unexpected accidents
The Lamalerans of Indonesia depend on the grit and aim of harpoonists to keep their communities fed
There are 128 National Scenic Byways across the country. Here are five of our favorites.
Bucket list-worthy rides to add to your list
Classroom time isn't so bad when you're building fly-fishing rods in Virginia or barbecuing in the Lone Star State
How to turn Tinseltown into a mountain town
The best runs, rides, climbs, and places to refuel in the city of eternal summer
In the summer of 2018, filmmaker Dave Wallace took a 10-day car camping trip in Iceland.
Flights and hotels are expensive. Your travel kit doesn't have to be.
Bike Snob NYC spent three days scootering around Portland, Oregon, to determine, once and for all, whether the now infamous tiny wheeled contraptions are a scourge on our cities—or whether they’re damned convenient and laughably benign
America's best-known mountain bike town keeps reinventing itself with new trails, improved camping, and more diversions. Plan your trip now.
Never leave man's best friend behind again
Want to travel for cheap? Consider these seven places to stay for free—more or less.
The otherworldly landscapes from the HBO show are all worth a trip
When a trailer or van is your home, staying clean, organized, and clutter-free is paramount
Indonesia is a travel video from filmmaker Josh Cowan on a 5 week trip through the film’s namesake country.
Packing light is all about mind over matter
As the U.S. battles over the fate of public lands, the Chilean government and Kristine Tompkins are doing something extraordinary down in Patagonia—setting aside millions of acres for stunning new national parks. And they aren't done yet.
Featuring everything we love about the original Allpa, in a smaller, more manageable size
‘Mountain High’ is part of a campaign from photography collective Scotland: The Big Picture, who are working to rewild Scotland.
Developers want rivers lined with high-rises and environmentalists want reintroduction of native grasses. A successful waterfront revitalization needs both.
The next generation of socially conscious developers are fighting to make sure downtown revitalization doesn’t just benefit the wealthy
Investing in trails, rapids, and other adventure-sports assets transforms culture and cash flow
Craft breweries inject culture, youth, and cash into communities. It’s no wonder towns across the country are fighting to get one.
Floods of people coming out of the city looking to save have positioned the suburbs for renewal
Techies turn to adventure to blow off steam. As San Francisco and Seattle price out everyone but executives, startups and established firms are seeking surprising outdoor playgrounds to put down roots.
Adventure assets have made millions in these five towns
Green beer isn’t just for Saint Patrick’s day. The craft-beer industry is growing with the planet in mind.
Great places to live don’t just happen—they’re made. We talked to experts around the country to find out exactly what the most livable towns are doing to rev up the local economy and attract adventure-loving residents.
These lightweight, super-packable water wickers deserve a place in your travel bag
Comfort necessities for escape artists
Whether you prefer to explore waterways, hike through the woods, or mountain bike fast and flowy singletrack, Michigan has you covered.
Imagine a future where a robot checks you into your hotel, carries your luggage through the airport, and tunes your skis. Turns out, that future is already here.
Many of our national parks are overflowing with visitors. To get away from the crowds, seek an alternate route.
Carrying your own portable boat is officially the coolest way to go deep into the wilderness
From Raphael Rogers, this film documents a road trip he took with his wife along the west coast.
International flights don't have to break the bank—even when your budget is zero
When a father learns about his chronic heart condition, he decides to take his seven-year-old son backpacking in New Hampshire
North Country National Scenic Trail is one of Michigan's most beautiful places.
Limited space, mechanical failure, and dirt everywhere mean living in a trailer or van isn't all sunshine and glamorous Instagram posts
Sure, you'll sleep in an awesome place, but at these pads, the owners are what really make your stay exceptional
With thousands of days on the road between them, these athletes, photographers, and sports announcers know a thing or two about packing for the long haul
What possesses an American cleric, a man of history and scholarship, to renounce his vows, move to a crumbling stone farmhouse in a small French village, and spend his days digging potatoes and translating Thucydides? Bill Donahue goes in search of his favorite unconventional uncle.
Arz e Pakistan, from Family Films, is a stunning glimpse into the country’s scenery.
From pop-up bungalows in the woods to durable bubbles on a vineyard, these cozy abodes offer real escape
Traveling with beer or wine is easy if you follow these steps
Being exposed to new places is wonderful. Being exposed to new germs is not.
Catch this summer's night sky in full force in one of these perfectly dark locales
There are many noble qualities about living simple. But if you want to impress someone, for God's sake, don't tell them you live in your van.
With beautiful trails and camping close to town, quick access to the mountains, and a vibrant downtown, this ski town is a gold mine of summer adventures
A More Than Just Parks film, Haleakala is the culmination of weeks of shooting in and around the national park of the same name.
This hilarious—and informational—PSA from Ranger Lauren Ray warns river rats of the low flows on Arkansas’ Buffalo River.
Missing winter? Here's where to get your shred on well into July.
Glean tips and inspiration from these users
Tried-and-true adventures big and small, from sea to shining sea
Our readers submitted their favorite moments from cross-country adventures
From SUP'ing down the Colorado to hiking the AT solo, these features explore and revel in the adventures our country has to offer
You know the ancient Chinese proverb “Many hands make carrying a Yeti cooler easier”? Translation: The key to a successful group trip is to take charge without anyone realizing that you’re in charge. Here’s how you do it.
For one, it makes headlines for excellence and not for, um, dogs dying in its overhead bins
Not too fast, not too slow, rail is just right
The new app may be the most ambitious adventure tech to hit the market since sat phones
Everyone deserves to explore our country's most scenic destinations