After completing hiking’s Triple Crown, Zelzin Aketzalli set her sights on a new goal: creating a 1,300-mile trail through Baja California’s rugged backcountry

Two astrologer-trainers reveal how your sign shapes your workout style and recovery quirks

At least 80 percent of funding from National Park Service recreation fees stays in the park where it is collected, and the other 20 percent is used to benefit parks that do not collect payments or parks that generate only a small amount of revenue

Outside spoke to the 92-year-old’s family members about the role he played in helping Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary reach the summit of Mount Everest

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We teamed up with the experts at SKI to find the most versatile, confidence-boosting skis for every mountain and condition

While the data itself suggests a new peak designation nay be in order, the summit has not officially been declared a “new” 14er. So, technically, it’s not categorized yet as such. And experts don’t seem to be in a rush to do so.

Spooky season is here! We hit the road to explore some of the scariest treks from coast to coast. From the Witch's Castle in Oregon, to Maiden Cliff in Maine, these trails have frightening lore.

Located on the peak’s North Face, the Hornbein has captivated mountaineers since Tom Hornbein and Willi Unsoeld made its first ascent in 1963. Morrison’s party was only the sixth to ascend the route, and the first since 1991.

While anti-inflammatory food lists usually focus on leafy greens and berries, nutrition experts say this orange squash deserves a spot at the top

Grizzly attacks are most common in the spring, when sows are defending their cubs, and in the fall during hyperfagia, a period of extensive eating to prepare for winter. Although both hikers were hospitalized—one in critical condition—both are expected to recover.

Conner Mantz recently shattered the U.S. men’s record at the Chicago Marathon. Mantz, 28, takes us inside his historic race.

With sweeping vistas and steep elevation gains, Shadow Mountain Trail is a 2.6-mile loop just outside of Phoenix. Experts say it’s best to hike during the cooler parts of the day, but losing light on the trail can be just as dangerous as overheating.

Maine’s 100-Mile Wilderness serves up world-class cross-country skiing, deep solitude, and cozy creature comforts

Research published this month identified five sleeping patterns based on participants's self-reported assessment of their sleep. Outside chats with the lead researcher and a sleep doctor to parse out what the study's results mean for your overall health and performance.

Hair regrowth and hair-loss prevention start with these once-per-day chewables

Learn why Rampage is one of the most thrilling—and dangerous—competitions in all of outdoor sports

'Best Day Ever,' a film following the creation of the first fully adaptive trail network in the world, premiers on October 17. Meet the athletes who inspired it all.

Meet Carl Cocchiarella, Colorado’s least-successful elk hunter. After four decades of near misses, he’s learned that killing an animal isn’t the best part of a hunt.

Turns out there’s a science to good cheering, and most of us have been doing it wrong

We sent our editors on a mission to find the best gear on sale during Evo's Anniversary sale. They found Salomon skis, Smith sunglasses, and more.

For a premium price, the Thule Outset makes pitching your tent as easy as parking your car

The best Nordic ski gear provides comfort, support, warmth, and breathability, all in a deceivingly streamlined package

Choosing the right time to stretch can make a huge difference in your flexibility gains and range of motion

Responders spent six hours rescuing the two, who were stuck on a sheer and rocky couloir deep in the Sierra Nevada

This AI-powered exoskeleton ushers in a new era of adventure

After collapsing into tears at the trail terminus, the 30-year-old hiker welcomed her birthday with Oreos

Activist Quannah ChasingHorse is the climate hero we need right now. Here’s why she says Indigenous Peoples' Day is more important than ever.

Challenging conditions last season helped us test the best Nordic skis that are breaking boundaries in the sport right now

Some of these moves might feel intense. So, if you need some cushioning, keep a few pillows nearby.

One donor compared visiting a national park with no rangers to visiting Disney World without Mickey Mouse

After years of perfecting my campfire setup, these additions have made all the difference

The Pixel Watch 4 is smarter, prettier, and longer-lasting, but it’s still not built for the outdoors.

Although BASE jumping is not allowed in national parks, sources tell Outside the activity is not all that uncommon.

Believe it or not, you don't have to break the bank to complete your mountain bike kit

Ultrarunner Olivia Amber recently spent four days climbing California’s highest peaks to set the women’s speed record on a famed route

Fall’s favorite ingredient isn't just for pie—it’s my new secret protein weapon

Ahead of the release of his new book, Outside chatted with the actor and humorist.

In an unexpected turn of events, the world-renowned rock climber is also taking viewers on a tour of his home state in Nevada. We talked to Honnold about his upcoming film projects.

Now 64, the famed rock climber shares her wisdom on learning new tricks, maintaining friendships, and pushing her comfort level

Winter (and a lot of snow) is coming. Here's what the snow forecast looks like nationwide.

Amid the exaggerated headlines, our articles editor provides a handy explainer for the rescue mission to save 800 people near the world’s highest peak

Big Sky Resort told Outside that the project will be built out in two phases, the first of which will use up to 23 million gallons of recycled water each year from Big Sky’s new state-of-the-art water treatment facility

After striking out five times on the world’s highest peak, an American ultrarunner is questioning the feasibility of breaking the fastest known time from Nepal

At nearly 1,800 pounds, polar bears are roughly three times the size of a black bear

A recent fatality of a Colorado climber on a via ferrata raises concerns about their safety. We talk to experts to discuss what to know before you go.

The actor and comedian, on hiking as a puzzle and why he'd just as soon drive his own car, thank you very much

Also included: a 15-minute warm-up and a 10-minute cool-down

Gates of the Arctic is home to one of the largest caribou migrations on Earth

We scoured pages and pages of the best Prime Day deals to find the best picks for every outdoor lover

The five-part ‘Get a Little Out There’ series will premiere in 2026 across Outside networks

More than half of the deaths in 2025 were human-caused

As Japanese Walking takes off online, it’s worth asking: Why did 10,000 steps become the global standard for health? Was it ever based on science? Not exactly—and here’s the step count we should actually be aiming for.

Researchers believe Shackleton knew of his ship’s weaknesses in ice. Should that change our understanding of the classic tale of survival?

Christopher Blevins won the World Cup overall and ended a multi-generational drought for U.S. men’s cross-country mountain biking

Idaho’s rugged Sawtooth Valley is as remote as it gets, and it’s not a place where you’d want to have a problem

A professional astrophotographer shares her must-have gear for clear skies and starry nights

A new study asks whether 100 years of plush redesign has turned the wild’s most feared predator into a comfort object—and changed how we think about nature itself

Ease shoulder and neck muscle tension fast with these moves

A skeptic set out to see if the Japanese wellness practice works outside of the forest

The young athlete pulled off these stout solos with a stripe of glitter on each cheek—a habit he’d adopted during a summer of yore involving alt rock, a girl, and partying

A reader’s backpacking permit was canceled due to the federal shutdown. He wonders if it’s still OK to go.

At an age when most individuals are bouncing grandkids on their knees—if their knees even function—Carlos Soria Fontán returns, time and time again, to the most inhospitable regions on Earth, to test himself

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Alex Honnold announces he will free solo a skyscraper live on Netflix, plus one missing hiker was rescued using a simple, inexpensive tool. Outside has you covered in this edition of our weekly news roundup.

You have a say in determining the outcome of this game-changing program, which awards a Defender 130 and a financial donation to six deserving nonprofits. Vote now for your favorite finalists in each category.

Touring dancers aren’t just artists—they’re high-performance athletes. With the release Taylor Swift’s 'The Life of a Showgirl,' we chatted with real-life showgirl and Lady Gaga's former backup dancer Sloan-Taylor Rabinor to get a behind-the-curtains look at the training, discipline, and endurance it takes to thrive under the spotlight night after night.

The World Premiere of Warren Miller's SNO-CIETY takes place in Salt Lake City on October 18. Celebrate the spirit of winter with us, no matter how you connect to the snow. Find a showing in a city near you.

Save up to $300 on some of Garmin's best and most popular devices, including the Forerunner, fenix, vivoactive, and more

These will be the coldest places in America this winter, according to the 2026 Old Farmer's Almanac and AccuWeather's winter report

From gestures to tech, small accessibility tweaks can make every mile safer and more enjoyable for Deaf athletes

Our national parks columnist Graham Averill covers what’s likely to be closed, and what to expect this time around

A hiker was just rescued from a Colorado peak after blowing a simple rescue whistle. The lesson? Satellite messengers are great, but low-tech tools have their place in a safety kit, too.

Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors brings travelers a new way to plan their next outdoor adventure

The ‘Free Solo’ star will ascend the tallest building in Taiwan in 2026, and the event will be beamed live on the streaming platform

See how this wooden ski crafter taps Scotland’s rugged terrain and spirit of self-reliance to create timeless tools of outdoor exploration

The United Nations Messenger of Peace died of natural causes at the age of 91

Madeleine Bryant completed the entire end-to-end Grand Canyon trek alongside her father over the course of 17 years

Todd Shoulders, 54, died in the South San Juan Wilderness, just ten miles away from where two other hunters were recently killed by lightning

When Congress grinds to a halt, keeping parks open without rangers isn’t an act of freedom—it’s an invitation to chaos