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These cool new lodging options are within striking distance of some of the country’s most popular national parks
YouTubers are illegally climbing California's famed trees, prompting the NPS to protect them from visitors. We asked tree expert Tim Kovar why the illicit ascents are so damaging.
Jesse Griffiths is a driven expert in everyday adventure who's created a unique and exceptional life. Here's what fuels his outdoor Texas experiences and why he loves the Taco that delivers them
Brooke Goudy is a driven expert in everyday adventure who's created a unique and exceptional life. Here's what fuels her outdoor experiences and why she loves the Taco that delivers them
The American recently set a new world record in sport climbing’s fastest Olympic event. We’ve come up with a list of easy everyday tasks that require more time to accomplish.
Our trail columnist spent the summer hiking with novice backpackers to come up with this key advice for beginners
Gazing up at the night sky can be a major stress reliever. Plus, you might even catch a glimpse of something cool.
Lex Weinstein discovered a deeper purpose through investing in her own local surf community
Price, style, weight, ventilation and comfort are all important considerations, but the main purpose of a helmet is to keep your head safe
I'm planning to climb a bunch of fourteeners in Colorado, but bird flu is all over the state right now—is it safe for me to go?
Put your retired gear to good use to promote outdoor inclusivity and protect the planet
Nearly half of the surfers at the 2024 Games wore helmets. Here’s a brief history of helmets in the sport and where you can buy them now.
Follow the tracks of Wildly Wyoming adventurers to mountain bike, rock climb, fly-fish, and experience western culture across the great state of Wyoming
Triathlete Taylor Knibb gave up her spot on the two-rider Olympic squad to gold-medalist Faulkner: “It was an easy decision to make”
I’m worried that my Airbnb guests are annoying locals in my mountain town
Most people heading to Colorado don’t know about this gem of a town in the San Juan Mountains in the southern Rockies. But they should.
Yes, canoeing is in the Olympics—and the races are happening now. Here’s what to expect, plus how to watch the races for yourself.
The Oko Living yoga rug is like a portable personal gym
The Games are making Paris quieter than usual, ideal for a late-hour trip to the Olympics or enjoying a lazy afternoon at a Parisian café
The author reviews a new medical kit for pups that’s equipped with gauze, bandages, and other essentials
One longtime running editor unveils his plan to make the Olympic Marathon a less boring, must-see event
We’re headed to Kathmandu for two weeks of school-building, teahouse trekking, and incredible Himalayan views. Want in?
We look back at some of the strangest competitions the Olympics ever held, including an architecture contest and French cane fighting
Five questions with American Olympic climber Brooke Raboutou about the new format in Paris, her physical and mental preparation, and why climbing accelerates personal growth
You’ll be counting stars and catching the Northern Lights at these one-of-a-kind dark-sky retreats
Think Olympic medals bring you fame and fortune? Think again. For many Olympians competing in Paris, simply staying financially afloat requires constant struggle.
The gear that let us brave monsoon season in the west and heat waves in the east
Mocked by some, celebrated by many, the image of surfer Gabriel Medina aloft in Tahiti has come to define the 2024 Olympic surfing event. A longtime fan wrestles with this reality.
Hiltz, who identifies as nonbinary transgender, has set the American record in the mile, won five U.S. titles, and earned a spot on Team USA at the Paris Olympics
Since the beginning of women’s sports, a question has loomed: who qualifies as female?
Could the climate crisis be solved in the courtroom?
New technology is distorting track records. Ethiopian running legend Kenenisa Bekele makes the case that his world records are superior to the current ones.
A recent tragedy on Yosemite’s iconic trail has revived a debate over safety. We asked veteran climbers Alex Honnold and Hans Florine to weigh in.
From scenic back roads to historic downtowns, Bike Tennessee’s collection of expert-mapped cycling routes feature the best sites in the state
Make the most of the season with this guide to getting out with your best friend
Ada Limón, America’s first Latina poet laureate, is helping us rethink wild spaces with some perfectly placed poems at a park near you
A minor controversy about the technical zone cannot sully historic silver medal: “I cannot explain how amazing this is”
Need a break? This Texas icon has everything you need for a rejuvenating escape.
Turn every day into a journey of discovery while exploring the region’s wildlife and watersports
Our photographer traveled the Western States Trail Ride, covering its 100-mile length through California’s Sierra Nevada, to document the horses and riders taking on this grueling challenge
Tired of sports injuries? Try animal flow—a form of quadrupedal movement training (QMT)—before and after your run, bike, or climb.
Our columnist has spent over 20 years in lineups across the country and says these coastal towns offer good waves, food, and vibes—and embody surf culture
Speed climbers were dealt a rough hand at the Tokyo Olympics. This time around, we’ll finally get to see who the best speed climbers in the world are.
The footage is breathtaking
These fun, functional shorts cover all my outdoor adventure needs in unique style
If rising temperatures have you clamoring to stay inside until fall, you can adapt your body to them and thrive on the trail
No Olympics would be complete without some controversy. In Paris, there’s already been bizarre athlete behavior, allegations of low-grade cheating, and an international debate over air-conditioning.
The 2024 Summer Games feature a healthy lineup of outdoor adventure sports, from surfing, to mountain biking, to sport climbing. This guide tells you when and how to watch them.
These are the symptoms to look out for and how to save your dog’s life if they start to overheat
Five questions with the defending Olympic champion about her impending retirement, her gold medal dreams, and riding the break at Teahupo’o
Home to the last U.S.-based Winter Olympics in 2002, Utah’s Salt Lake City was officially awarded the bid on the cusp of the Paris Games
The writer traces his obsession with the Games’ most extravagant spectacle back to his own childhood—when he saw a man wearing a jet pack land inside the Los Angeles Coliseum in 1984
Our travel expert experienced firsthand how far the dollar goes in these adventure-packed destinations. Put them on your vacation radar, too.
I’ve lived in the state for 35 years. It pains me to be disloyal to my own little hamlet, but I am compelled to say it: another town in the Rockies takes the cake.
Riley Amos earned his way to the top riding with past Olympians in Durango, a small mountain town in southwestern Colorado that has produced more top cyclists than just about any other U.S. city
Out of the thousands of Olympians competing in the Paris this year, these are the ones we’re the most stoked to watch put on a show
Explore the Golden State on a journey from San Francisco to Kings Canyon
NBC will broadcast thousands of hours of Olympics coverage across its flagship network, cable channels, and streaming app Peacock. Here’s how to find the live coverage and highlights.
If you're searching for an active running community with lots of run groups, Austin, Texas, is the place to be
As summer temperatures skyrocket, we're all sweating more during our workouts. Here's how to know if you need more than just water to replenish.
Everyone knows how to run. Now biomechanical analysis may teach us how to do it better.
When a technological breakthrough gives some athletes a major advantage, how should we think about the victories, the medals, the world records?
The authors of the season’s best new vacation reads get naked about what it takes to climb through a panic attack, patch up a marriage, and come back from the dead
Debris flies hundreds of feet in the air in this video recorded by a Yellowstone hiker
From trail-ready supershoes to 3D-printed back panels, our annual OMA gear preview did not disappoint.
The evacuation call came late at night, causing chaos and confusion as locals and tourists tried to leave the park en masse
Our writer unpacks the booming market for American wagyu and creates a taste test between this new beef, an old-fashioned rib eye, and a very expensive cut of Japanese A5
Elevate your fitness this summer with Hoka’s vertical Strava challenge
I feel the urge to shake up my life, but I don’t want to stress out my wife and kids
Our astrotourism expert shares tips on how to maximize your view of the year’s brightest meteor shower, peaking on August 12
Ditch Hinge and Tinder. Join a running club instead.
Over the past 15 years, ultralight gear has gone mainstream—and gotten a bit heavier, too
Fan favorite Magnus Cort accepted a silly bet and kept his word. Everybody wins.
The largest mass stranding of dolphins in U.S. history recently occurred in Massachusetts. Scores of volunteers worked long hours to rescue the aquatic mammals.
Five questions with Oscar-nominated director Lucy Walker, whose latest documentary “Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa” debuts on Netflix on July 31
Sleeping bag liners have multiple uses for weary travelers. Here’s why you should carry one on every trip.
Overlanding enthusiast Andrew Muse shares his hacks for eating well in the backcountry
Watch what videographer and overlander Andrew Muse found at Overland Expo West