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

Employees from PACT Outdoors installed WAG bags on a popular peak, and asked hikers to tell the truth about their backcountry poop habits. Here’s what they discovered.

With the latest advances in performance and sustainability, it’s time for a fresh take on this age-old question

Embrace the elements with The North Face Summit Series™, an athlete-tested layering system built to perform the best when conditions are the worst

Your calf muscles are most likely a little weak and really tight. Here are our favorite stretches and exercises to take care of them.

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.

The $1.2 billion company has some of the biggest podcast bros and athletes touting its praises. Is the greens powder the answer to our health woes?

The author breaks down a bizarre story involving a trashed car, grainy surveillance video, and a fuzzy bear suit

Karoo raises the bar—again—on navigating cycling adventures with new features and extended battery life for multiday rides

It may be mud season, but that’s not stopping us from getting outside with these pieces of gear

Whether you’re hiking over rough terrain or going for a walk around the block, rucking is an easy way to add in resistance training

As an environmentalist, I’m turned off by my boyfriend’s love of ATVs, dirt bikes, and his giant diesel truck. Am I wrong?

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.

A pizza party isn’t good enough anymore. Workers today want four-day work weeks, unlimited paid time off, and flexible work locations. These are the companies that have gone above and beyond to keep their employees happy, while also encouraging them to pursue their outdoor passions.

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.

Rinsing it under water for a few seconds won’t cut it

From “conquering” peaks to “owning” slopes, ski culture’s language shapes how we see the mountains. Here’s why it’s time for a change.

Outshine Santa this year without breaking the bank

Gutsy descents defined the 2024 women’s Ironman World Championship in Nice, France, but everyday triathletes can get free seconds (or minutes) by practicing some key handling skills. Read how.

When Linda “Nana” Vanderloop set out to thru-hike the AT, she had no idea she was on her way to becoming the oldest woman on record to complete the feat

The North Dakota governor has promoted outdoor recreation in his state. Opponents worry about his connection to the oil and gas industry.

From cozy down jackets and sleeping bags to Merino base layers, check out these stellar Co-op deals before they’re gone

Winter gets an upgrade with Shaun White’s namesake snow brand

Jenni Lowe founded the nonprofit after the death of her husband Alex Lowe. Now, she’s passing the torch to alpinist Melissa Arnot Reid's charity, the Juniper Fund.

Because having cold hands or head on a run is no fun

Don’t let frozen ears and fingers ruin running in a winter wonderland

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

Metcalfe, a 50-year-old doctor from Colorado, recently became the first American woman to ascend all 14 mountains above 8,000 meters. Before completing the record, she battled internal demons over what it means to make history on the peaks.

Packing cubes are the secret to efficient, stress-free travel. These are the best ones for your buck.

After years of injuries and recovery, the record-breaking skier is ready to hit the slopes and compete for more wins

From power struggles over land to the ultra-wealthy pushing out locals, some parts of the hit TV show, which just premiered the second half of its fifth season, aren’t that far from the truth

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

Keep your ears and buds clean in three simple steps

The US military is responsible for the emission of more greenhouse gasses than any other single institution in the world. It is actively planning for the consequences of climate change, but is it doing anything to prevent it?

Despite a mathematical "typo" in the recent black plastic study, the recommendation doesn't change: black plastic has no place in your kitchen

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

More evidence emerges that muscle-fiber type matters—if you can figure out which type you have

After months of testing on trails and mountain ranges around the world, these products rose above the rest. Here are our 2025 Editors’ Choice Award winners.

Do you get more stoked for first chair or the pond-skim competition? Two dedicated skiers debate the weather, conditions, and vibes of ski season’s kickoff vs. sendoff.

A chance encounter while skiing Mount Mackenzie challenges stereotypes and inspires heartfelt gratitude

Here’s the gear that will keep you mountain biking all year long, no matter the temps

Of the few dozen winter jackets we tested last season, these six impressed on a Southwestern ranch, at the après bar, and almost everywhere in between

Consider your holiday shopping complete with a new Osprey pack to fit any skier, snowboarder, hiker, backpacker, jetsetter, or day-tripper on your list

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.

What you need to know before you give up your weight-lifting routine

The Winter Park Express increases service, adds more seats, and lowers prices significantly to accommodate more skiers

After SAR rescued two heavily-laden, inexperienced hikers from the lower 48’s highest peak, they had some strong advice to share with anyone thinking of following in their footsteps

YouTuber Matt Choi was disqualified by marathon officials because his cameramen obstructed other runners. The author presents a plan to allow participants and influencers to coexist.

The chatbot was created by the Belgian Waffle Ride’s founder Michael Marckx in an effort to engage with the community in a less serious way

Camp chairs have gotten small enough and light enough that it’s easy to bring one backpacking. But should you?

From visibility concerns to navigating uneven terrain, running in the dark poses real challenges—but we have solutions

Find out how to identify affected devices and steps to get a free inspection, repair, or replacement. Safety remains Mammut’s top priority.

The famed climbing duo biked, sailed, and then bushwhacked their way from Colorado to Alaska before embarking on an epic ascent of the Diablo Traverse

Known for its high-performance warmwear, the boundary-breaking brand continues its fearless pursuit of inclusivity

Our experts and testers reviewed hundreds of products to pick the best snowboards, winter apparel, hunting gear, cross-country skis, and so much more

I never knew fluffy yogurt was a thing

Authorities have charged two Coloradans for allegedly stealing historic artifacts from Canyonlands National Park in March

Predicting winter weather can part art, part science. These eight methods lean hard toward the art end of the spectrum.

More than a dozen testers moved, sweated, stretched, arm balanced, and meditated on 35 mats. These are the ones we’re still practicing on.

A fraternity at the University of Colorado and the Magnus White charity are raising $100,000 to protect cyclists and pedestrians from distracted drivers

Sure, it’s heavy. But this setup allows me to bring the comforts of home deep into the mountains.

Getting into the wild doesn’t have to be an investment. Here are our tried-and-tested favorites that won't break the bank

Claire Nelson was more than a mile off the trail when she fell 30 feet in Joshua Tree National Park

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

I’m planning a river trip with a friend who follows an overly restrictive diet. As someone in recovery from an eating disorder, how do I avoid slipping back into unhealthy habits?

An excerpt from Brendan Leonard’s new book ‘Ultra-Something,’ which explores why we’re so drawn to the long haul

Can’t take it anymore? We hear you. Step up to the void and scream it out on these six trails.

We tested insulated jackets of every stripe—from puffies to shackets, synthetic fill to down—to find the highest-performing options for your cold-weather adventure

The results are in: From puffies to weather-resistant softshells, these were the best active midlayers we tested.

Scientists recently examined the physiology of the increasingly popular open-ended race format—running 4.167 miles every hour—pioneered by Gary Cantrell.

A frustrated reader knows it's bad form, but wants to break the rules to secure a riverside site anyway

Some flannels are for fashion only. But these shirts can hang whether you're chopping wood at home or busting out laps at the pump track.

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.

Led by snowboard legend Travis Rice, the Natural Selection Ski event brings its revolutionary format to freeskiing for the first time

Five questions with the Santa Fe–based ultrarunner about coaching high schoolers, running backyard ultras, and staying focused while out on the trail

Lights that lead the way to adventure can help us embrace the end of Daylight Savings Time

An adventure is an idea. It doesn't even have to be a good one. Here's a helpful guide to dreaming them up.

Jason Crist was charged with 29 counts including nine felonies

For this episode of ‘The Road Less Eaten,’ Biju Thomas explores South Lake Tahoe, California

Don’t stress about what to get your fitness-obsessed friend—we’ve got you covered