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For skiers who want something truly unique, these limited-edition drops deliver art, performance, and serious bragging rights

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From the Florida Keys to Alaska, our avid angler contributor shares his favorite fishing spots in the U.S. that offer extra adventure potential

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Our most-hyped, most-recommended gear of the year

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Your nose might be the most underrated performance tool you’ve got—because some outdoor aromas boost alertness and improve speed

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An often overlooked gem of the Sierra and a renowned freeride hub, Kirkwood’s low-key vibes and high-octane terrain make it a bucket list destination

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Maintaining your gains while traveling can be tough. The best part? This routine doesn't require you to lie on the gross hotel-room floor.

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We round up some of our favorite elevated gear to gift this season, from a stylish foraging apron to bamboo ski poles that look as good at home as they do on the mountain

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Gabrielle Suver of Clermont, Florida faces a long recovery and an uncertain future in her sport after becoming the victim of a hit-and-run

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Sponsor Content: XTRATUF

It’s no surprise that a boot built for Alaskan fishing boats can also handle winter in the mountains

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A seasoned tailgater shares the five pieces of gear that elevate every parking-lot party—even in the dead of winter

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Brain fatigue really does slow you down, new research suggests

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Our pocket-obsessed runner gives this on-sale sports bra her seal of approval

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Here at Outside, we've gathered our favorite outdoorsy audiobooks from categories like parenting, health, and fiction to accompany you as you travel, hike, and listen this season

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Sponsor Content: Hankook Tires

Here are the must-haves that Aaron Mulkey discovered at the 2025 Overland Expo PNW event in Redmond, Oregon

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Sponsor Content: Hankook Tires

Off-road adventurer Aaron Mulkey provides an insider's look at the 2025 Overland Expo PNW event in Redmond, Oregon

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Gifts for the person who doesn’t go on an adventure without the latest tech in tow

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Sponsor Content: Therabody

Boost your warm-up and recovery with the most comprehensive therapeutic tool on the market

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Just in time for holiday shopping, Yeti is quietly dropping prices on its popular travel mugs, gift bundles, and more

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Sponsor Content: Visit Chattanooga

Don’t put your climbing rope, hiking shoes, and mountain bike in storage just yet—Chattanooga is extending their seasons

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The 47-year-old Utah woman was sentenced to one year of probation and a hefty payment of fines and restitution

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Sponsor Content: Hypershell

Hypershell exoskeletons bring the future of movement—farther, stronger, smarter—to the holiday season

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I wear pink so if I ever hit SOS, search and rescue won’t miss me. You might call it style. I call it a survival strategy.

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Tested across continents and conditions, these award-winning products deliver ultimate performance on the slopes, trails, and in the backcountry

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Sponsor Content: Backcountry

Meet the cozy, breathable midlayer designed to do everything

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Some quick thinking by a friend saved a fallen hiker on a steep mountain in Colorado. Rescuers still had to brave treacherous terrain to save him.

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Gym rats, endorphin chasers, run club members—we've got something for everyone

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One of the country's most decorated competition climbers has wisdom that translates way beyond the wall

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A UK company called Bionic and the Wires has found a way to harness bioelectric current from fungi to play a keyboard

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Keeping ultra-wealthy clients safe in serious avalanche terrain isn’t always easy. A longtime helicopter ski guide shares what it’s really like.

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Jeep’s first fully electric Trail Rated SUV delivers instant torque, serious clearance, and old-school open-air fun—without a single drop of gas

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A blizzard with fierce wind speeds equivalent to a Category 3 hurricane struck a popular hiking route sparking a frantic search and rescue operation

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With a new book on the history of wind, Simon Winchester opens up about fear, aging, and the adventures that shaped him

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Our favorite gifts to give to the person who is always planning the next adventure

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Melting glaciers across the Alps continue to reveal historic artifacts, missing remnants, and even human remains

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Recent research links this food group to fewer wake-ups during the night and a 16 percent improvement in sleep quality

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Six years in Glerups and I’m still wearing them everywhere but the shower

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If adventure seekers have the will, these guides in the Moab area have a way

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Freed from years of pain by a knee replacement—she’s back racing at 41, chasing Olympic glory in Cortina. Here’s how one of the world’s most dominant skiers is reclaiming what her legacy means beyond the podium.

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While much of the country is experiencing balmy temperatures this November, one U.S. peak is already buried under feet of snow

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Sponsor Content: Cabela's

Have a mix of casual and more hardcore people on your list? Cabela’s has you covered

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Sponsor Content: Bass Pro Shops

We reeled in the best gifts from Bass Pro Shops for the angler in your life, from rods to reels and everything in between

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Holed up in a portaledge on El Cap for four days and counting, the climbing pro talks pee jugs, wind gusts, and why she still refuses to bail

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British adventurer Joshua Patterson recently set out to run the highest marathon in history. Turns out, it was anything but easy.

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A recent randomized trial on exercise for cancer patients breaks new ground in showing the life-extending powers of a workout

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Sponsor Content: Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau

Lower Michigan’s northern corner offers up a staggering number of year-round options for active travelers, with winter the perfect time to start exploring the vibrant Petoskey Area

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Sponsor Content: Backcounty

Our top 10 giftable gear picks, selected from the outdoor retailer’s seasonal lists across categories

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Everything the travel-ready gear lover needs for their kit, curated by our expert editors

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How to plan, pack, and prep so that your gear has a smooth flight

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Grab your popcorn (and maybe a few tissues), it's ski movie season

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And why it may be worth splurging on this season

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Physical therapists explain when and how to use each method for maximum recovery and performance

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Fix rounded shoulders and slouching with this daily routine

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Check out our favorite new releases and noteworthy drops from the outdoor world

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Save big on the Völkl Mantra 88, Helly Hansen and Patagonia apparel, and Smith helmets and goggles

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From cozy fleece to high-output layers, these picks will keep you warm through every fall mood swing

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Sponsor Content: Kuiu

From the backcountry to the trailhead, Kuiu offers technical gear for any outdoor adventure

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Sponsor Content: Leatherman

Give a well-tooled gift to the hardworking, hard-playing type

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As the federal government reopens, a new survey shows that most Americans oppose the NPS staff cuts, removal of signs and placards inside parks, and the proposed $1 billion budget reduction to the NPS

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Save up to 30 percent during REI's huge Holiday Sale and wrap up your shopping before Black Friday even gets here

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Forget fuzzy slippers and candles. From high-tech recovery tools to the perfect yoga mat, our editors share the wellness gifts that they actually use, love, and can’t stop recommending.

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With winter on the way, here are some products that will help you stay active in the cold and plan adventures for next year

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I tested everything—from hands-free photo capture to Garmin syncing—to see if these performance sunglasses can actually make life easier

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We rounded up our favorite health and wellness gifts to help your loved ones recover, relax, and recharge

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Your first layer can be the difference between a standout day in the elements and a mediocre one

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The author and filmmaker is the executive producers of a new Netflix series about the United States Marine Corps

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We worked with the experts at SKI and Masterfit to find the best ski boots for every skier, from frontside cruisers to backcountry adventurers

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Sponsor Content: Maine Office of Tourism

Here are 5 ways to craft memorable winter adventures across the Pine Tree State 

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This outdoor gear lets you use your shopping power to do good while gifting

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These new lodgings range from an adventure-centric Tahoe crash pad to a fancy Italian getaway worthy of royalty

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My Montana fishing trip ended with a stressful takeoff from a remote airfield. Oh, and I'm desperately afraid of flying.

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The northern lights lit up the night sky from San Diego to Maine this week. Here are our favorite shots of the dazzling aurora from coast to coast.

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Researchers believe that melting ice and snow shifted the true summit of the iconic peak from a frozen ridge to a pile of rocks. The mountain, they say, has also lost elevation.

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From a voice-activated lantern to a camp chair that rivals your living room recliner, spring gear releases have us counting down to a new year of adventure

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These versatile trainers can handle everything from speed work to recovery jogs, on road, track, and trail

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The full 31-minute video of Andrzej Bargiel descending Mount Everest is harrowing stuff, writes Frederick Dreier, and not the type of skiing that most of us would care to do

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Five outer layers for men and women that won’t drain your savings

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The Venu X1 brings Apple Watch polish to the Garmin ecosystem—but sacrifices some of the adventure spirit along the way

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Sponsor Content: Backcountry

Start planning for cold weather ahead with this winter gear sampler from Backcountry

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The host of the PBS show 'Humans' on how we're genetically wired for adventure

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Our astrotourism columnist visited the Oregon Outback for night-sky photography, but found something even more remarkable

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