Whether you’re exploring trails or climbing big walls, Mountain Hardwear has the perfect sun protection layers for you

From western landscapes to the Blue Ridge Parkway, our national park expert maps out five beautiful road trips—all doable in a week

Endless cross-country trails, fun technical features, singletrack galore, year-round riding weather, and a welcoming bike culture—what more could a mountain biker ask for?

From campgrounds that only accept bookings two weeks out to websites with immediate inventory, we’ve got solutions for late planners

Looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas? Why not support one of these brands founded by moms?

There are lots of theories about how to avoid altitude sickness. But in practice, acclimatization isn’t so straightforward.

We took our newfound favorite pieces to sunny spring crags, soggy campsites, and slushy ski runs

Is the growing number of high-speed collisions leading to more criminal charges on the slopes?

Robbi Mecus, a search and rescue expert and pillar of the LGBTQ+ climbing community, died in Denali National Park last week

Authorities in Ensenada have arrested three people in connection with the disappearance

This eco-conscious shoe for light hikes and trail runs is good for the wearer and the planet

More than two decades after a crash left him paralyzed, Tarek Rasouli rekindled his love of off-road riding with the help of an innovative handcycle

Nepali officials recently tested a cargo drone on the world’s highest peak, and believe aerial devices could reduce foot traffic in the deadly Khumbu Icefall

San Gabriel Mountains and Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monuments in California will now include land sacred to local Indigenous people, increase equitable outdoor access in Los Angeles, and protect habitat for endangered species

Venture beyond Chicago to explore forests, lakes, trails, and more across the state

A Heritage Foundation and The Supreme Court could tear down the Antiquities Act, leaving our public lands at risk

Making time for adventure at sunset is just as effective and admirable as waking up for an alpine start

Hit the pavement with these five dynamic picks

At the top of our list: comfortable, stylish suits that seamlessly transition between activities

Athletes train for years to overcome pain, exhaustion, and fatigue. But some people take it too far and are never the same again.

Start your trip surfing, and end it whale- and turtle-watching. We’ve got the latest intel on new spots and favorite local hangouts.

Want to get paid to fight climate change? Biden’s new Climate Corp is hiring. We combed through 270 job listings to find the dreamiest ones.

Whether you’re looking for high-country singletrack, craft beverages, or family fun, Breckenridge has you covered

For a handful of lucky students in Emory and Henry College’s Semester-a-Trail program, the AT is the ultimate teacher

We tried 22 water shoe styles and chose the best for adventuring in, on, and around the water

Five questions with the ‘Free Solo’ star about his future plans in big-wall climbing, high-altitude mountaineering, and outdoor filmmaking

Cycling has always been touted as easy on the knees. But actually preventing arthritis? That’s a new one.

A skier was swept over 1,000 feet down a couloir on Quandary Peak when another party set off a slide above him, violating backcountry protocols

It does everything your souped-up fitness timepiece does, with dive features that are leagues beyond the competition

The James E. Sullivan Award, given by the Amateur Athletics Union, is named for an American Olympic official who sought to prevent women from competing in the early 20th century

With the right tools, making great meals at camp will feel just like cooking at home

From supported campgrounds to dispersed areas with stellar stargazing, we found the best places to sleep outside in the Rocky Mountains

No camp stove? You can still whip up a hot meal with these tips.

Snow Peak camping equipment encourages a relaxed approach to spending time outside

Five ways to measure your progress trail running across surfaces, distances, and routes

Kids change a lot of things—including how happy strangers are to see you (and your tiny passenger) biking by

Curated adventures to experience the best of the Lone Star State

In a recent study, transgender women athletes performed better at some strength and fitness metrics than cisgender women—and worse at others

The 2024 North Pole season was canceled after the main runway at Barneo Ice Camp cracked. The American guide still has ambitions to return to the planet’s northernmost point.

Explore the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness with these tips from an experienced local canoeist and outfitter

Walking across deserts and mountain ranges taught the author important lessons on friendship, compassion, and understanding others

Historic Phantom Ranch is the only park lodging on the floor of the Grand Canyon. Tens of thousands of people try to book a stay there. Our writer scored a night there recently, and if you follow her tips, you can, too.

Sandra Aguirre started hiking for her own sake and ended up helping others do the same. Now she wants to help you.

Toyota’s lineup of mid-size trucks all share the same platform. We tease out why you should choose one over the other.

The number of climbing permits issued by Nepal is down from 2023 as some expeditions have headed to China. But there’s bound to be drama on the world’s highest peak as climbers adjust to new regulations governing pollution and safety.

Spoiler alert: It’s not aromatherapy candles or a trendy diaper bag

When PTSD from military service in Somalia changed the course of Chad Brown’s life, the subtle art of catch and release fly fishing changed it back

There’s nothing I loathe more than getting charged by a dog that’s off leash while I’m out running on a trail

Every great adventure needs a staging area. Here they are, from simple and affordable to dreamy and luxe, in unbelievable locations, with endless terrain to explore and a warm bed to return to at night.

As her dad, I want to give her the space and privacy she needs, without making her feel like she should be embarrassed

Adventure gear and skills give you an advantage when conquering the challenges of a crowded amusement park

A new Public Lands Rule will mandate a focus on landscape health, conservation, and recreation

Five questions with the 65-year-old star of ‘Full Metal Jacket’ and ‘Stranger Things’ about his lead role in the new cycling film ‘Hard Miles’

The queen of Mexico’s regional cuisines offers five easy ways to recharge your outdoor cooking

Organizers are not sure if the event, which dates back to the 1980s, will return next summer

Tourism to the Arctic and Antarctica contributes to their demise, and the regions are melting fast. A polar guide of 25 years asks: Should I stay away?

Most backcountry lightning education—including what’s taught by major outdoor organizations—is antiquated. Here’s your overdue expert update.

Dangers in the Khumbu Icefall forced rope fixers to chart a different route. Now, some expedition operators are scrambling to stay on schedule.

A conversation with activists, a look at the radical origins of Earth Day, and a slew of ways you can take action for the planet every single day.

My portable, sit-anywhere Crazy Creek chair helps me optimize my time, energy, and comfort whether I’m sport-spectating or adventuring

Running with your dog offers great health benefits for you and your four-legged friend. Here's what we know.

Colorado’s Dunton Hot Springs was revamped from a mining town that once hid outlaws. Now it’s a secluded outpost where you can fish for trout, hike the Rockies, overnight in a log cabin, dine at a saloon—and soak your heart out amid nature.

A new study blows up the conventional wisdom about maximum protein doses for athletes.

Movies don’t get much better than surfer-heist popcorn flick ‘Point Break’ (1991). Movies don’t really get much worse than surfer-heist popcorn flick ‘Point Break’ (2015). What happened?

Rangers at Lake Mead National Recreation Area are searching for two men who were filmed destroying ancient rocks on a hiking trail

We spoke to three climate activists about how Earth Day, which started as a protest, has become a day of corporate greenwashing, and what we can all do about it

Not all stretches of sand are created equal. These are the Atlantic’s best, most adventurous shorelines, from Maine to Florida.

Having run in every plated trail shoe made, we find the Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra the first that matches road supershoe performance without sacrificing trail-handling prowess

Use this local’s guide to six of America’s top running cities to connect with vibrant communities, explore essential routes, plug into don’t-miss events, and get equipped with the right shoes and resources to use them like never before

We dug into the numbers with the Colorado Avalanche Information Center to find out

‘Everest, Inc.,’ a new book from veteran outdoor journalist Will Cockrell, documents the mountain’s transformation, first by Western guides and climbers, and now by Sherpas and Nepalis

This adventurous North Carolina community has incubated scores of outdoor gear makers. Here’s what they recommend for fun in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

A Canadian study found that chemicals excreted by ants keep ticks at bay. Researchers hope the discovery leads to new ways to ward off the Lyme Disease-spreading insects.

More than 30,000 runners celebrated the 128th annual marathon with sunshine and blue skies. Athletes from Ethiopia and Kenya dominate the elite fields.

There’s nothing quite like hitting the open road on an epic adventure, especially on these incredible stretches of highway

It’s the original performance fabric, and still one of the best

From meal planning to meeting the townies, every aspiring thru-hiker should hear this hard-won advice

The Asheboro Boulders could have been destroyed by a mining company. Instead they were saved by the North Carolina Zoo.

It's the thing I see countless teachers get wrong when creating a sequence

As the climate changes, our lives will, too. Let campfires be a thing of the past.