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What does winning mean for an organization? Just watch what past honorees have to say.
Our articles editor receives regular story pitches for his father. This year he decided to pursue one—and it is about cave exploration
America's most popular national parks expect to see record visitation this summer. Survive the crowds with these tips from our editors.
Growing up, our dads gave us advice on just about everything—from wearing helmets to starting fires to eating yellow snow
These natural formulations definitely don't stink. Hopefully, neither will you.
Game wardens want outdoor recreationists to leave injured animals alone—even if that means they die. But do we lose a piece of our humanity by refusing to intervene?
On Tuesday, the U.S. Senate added a mandate to the budget bill to sell enormous swaths of public land managed by the Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management
Our articles editor recaps the season 12 premiere, which featured a big-game kill, menacing monkeys, and, alas, a soiled pair of trousers
From lightweight knee pads to full chest protectors, these MTB pads provide comfort, fit, and real protection.
Meet the sought-after professional bamboo fly rod maker who personally hand engraves his own rods—and puts them to apt use
Our National Parks columnist took an ‘Alone’-inspired course. These are the four wildest National Parks where he's putting his survival skills to the test.
In his latest video dispatch, our Mount Everest reporter discusses the living conditions found at the foot of the world’s highest peak
We dove deep into performance metrics to create our most technical review of joggers to date
Six years ago, Nike orchestrated the world’s first sub-two-hour marathon. Now, the brand—and Faith Kipyegon—are going after the women’s mile with a high-tech suite of shoes, apparel, and race-day strategies.
At home, hiker Jen Murphy is usually the one pushing the pace. But these treks in Europe taught her to slow down and embrace the local hospitality.
The outdoor survival show reached a turning point during its sixth season after a participant successfully hunted big game
The Park Service has reminded visitors to keep their distance from the 2,000-pound animals after a man from New Jersey was attacked
Shocking revelations in 'Titan: The OceanGate Disaster' expose how corporate ambition and ignored warnings led to catastrophe—and why this tragedy still grips us years later.
This all-volunteer rescue squad—and other winners of the Defender Service Awards—do hero’s work
Hear what adventure looked like back when the shorts were short, the gear wasn't waterproof, and there weren't many guys from Chicago in the Rockies
When a fledgling American team decides to challenge the Kazakhs at their own game, no one is quite prepared for what happens next.
Outdoor Research’s outlet is overflowing with deals right now. Score discounts on these highlights from the sale, each hand-picked by our gear team.
The type of Tacoma you own tells us all about who you are
Follow an Alaska-based artist, filmmaker, educator, and environmental advocate inspired by the uncommon trail
Even after living in northern Arizona for 15 years, this landscape never gets old to me. Here’s my advice on when to visit to avoid the crowds.
A selection of (mostly) new titles for fans of science, endurance, fitness, and adventure
Live-fire cooking is more than grilling—it’s primal, versatile, and totally addictive. Here’s how to master the art.
A medevac crew in southern Colorado completed a helicopter rescue on the 14,055-foot mountain, which was recently reopened to hikers
Make your escape with expert guidance on every step and upgrade needed to take your overnight adventures off-road
Hankook Tires heads to Orange County, California to showcase its Dynapro off-road tire lineup
A diving legend talks to us about his last chance to see his long-lost friend— a 22-foot giant manta ray—who swam with him for years off Mexico’s Revillagigedo Islands.
A hand-picked selection of Father's Day gifts at unbeatable bargains
Not even a Colorado thunderstorm could diminish the stoke from the second annual event, writes our articles editor
Journey beyond the beaten path with an uncommon adventurer who uses his 2025 Toyota 4Runner to creatively map the country’s most wild and wondrous locations
The seismic activity on May 29 was much smaller than the July 2024 explosion that closed Biscuit Basin
If you're hoping to see thousands of stars, planets, star clusters, meteors, the Andromeda Galaxy, and the Milky Way, we’ve got you covered at these stunning spots
A new generation of quirky outdoor brands like Skida and Pit Viper has found inspiration and community in the rolling hills of northeast Vermont.
I wish the Near Zero Adventure Bundle had been around when I started backpacking
Since 2021, the Defender Service Awards have honored the hardest working U.S. and Canadian nonprofits
Work up a thirst—and then toast the outdoors—on the Smokies’ top hikes, rides, and more
Spine doctors say hiking can be a surprisingly good source of back pain relief—but the way you hike matters.
As an outdoors advice columnist, I often tell people to get their nature fix by camping in their own backyard. I finally took a taste of my own medicine.
Your watch or wearable isn't actually the most accurate way to determine how hard your last workout was. This completely analog method is.
In his latest video dispatch, our Mount Everest reporter dives into the cuisine you will find at Base Camp—and whether or not it’s nutritious and delicious
Colorado Parks and Wildlife advised dog owners to keep pets on-leash when walking in moose habitat, and to choose trails with good visibility
Search and rescue teams recently conducted 13 helicopter rescues over a seven-day span. A SAR leader blames the uptick on a detour to a vital hiking route.
Work. laundry. The weather. There are so many excuses to not get out there. But when you have a solid adventure buddy, the answer is always yes.
Discover the best adventures—and places to celebrate them—in this remote and wild Texas park
FP Movement’s Escape Series unites women from diverse backgrounds for unforgettable adventures and promotes National Park Foundation partnership
Make it harder than ever for thieves to steal your bike with these 6 locks, from U-locks to home storage.
Inclement weather has delayed the search for a man who went missing on the West Buttress route
More Perfect Union, a nonprofit advocating for workers‘ rights, has put up 300 billboards calling out the staffing cuts to national parks
Comfy apparel, essential tools, and grownup toys to make dad’s day
The musician on sailing, surfing, and living in tiny homes in giant places
The best hikes to work up a thirst—and where to toast your adventures—in the granite wonderland
Chilling on your belly is very, very good for your spinal alignment.
Our Everest reporter explains the biggest stories from the 2025 season: fewer fatalities than in 2024, a narrow weather window, and multiple notable ascents
No matter your outdoor plans, one of America’s nearly 10,000 breweries makes a beer to match. From alcohol-free quenchers to big IPAs, here’s how to stock a cooler that’s up for anything.
Linville-Central Rescue Squad—and other winners of the Defender Service Awards—do hero’s work
Where to work up a thirst—and toast your adventures—in America’s first national park
For anglers, there’s nothing better than catching—and protecting—Yellowstone cutthroat trout
There are only 14 weekends between Memorial Day and Labor Day this year. So you better make them count.
Zombies might be fiction, but Season 2 of 'The Last of Us' still has me planning for the end times. Could the show's Seattle setting be the climate haven I've been looking for?
Running shoe are expensive. So is physical therapy. That's why I buy shoes in person.
A new approach to endurance training involves inhaling carbon monoxide—and is reviving old debates about dying to win
The ocean transformed the life of the BlackGirlBlueWorld scuba diver and inspired her to share and protect the underwater beauty
For fly-fishing evangelist Austin Campbell, there’s nothing better than catching—and protecting—Yellowstone cutthroat trout
From beautiful parks to local fishing holes, here's everything you need to explore the world close to home.
Hike to alpine lakes, sleep under the stars, and visit some of the best parks in the country. Welcome to Outside’s cheat sheet to summer vacation.
The coolest adventures aren't always far from home. We're here to help you explore all of the beautiful outdoor spaces in your state.
How can a backpacker make the most of a night in town? Residents share their best tips
These high-performance lids outdo the competition in road, gravel, and mountain biking.
Rescuers issue a warning to hikers across the country as fast-flowing streams and cascades surge with spring snowmelt
Mary Beth Laughton addresses REI’s challenges and triumphs over the past year, and explains how the outdoor industry can meet its current challenges through collaboration
Unleash your inner space nerd at these incredible late-night stargazing festivals, hosted across the U.S. national park system every summer.
We put 38 insulated beverage containers through rigorous testing in the Outside Lab to find which kept drinks hot the longest
Think the beach is just for lounging? Think again. These stunning hikes trace the coast, from quiet beach walks to heart-pounding cliff treks.
In an excerpt from his book ‘Higher Ground: How the Outdoor Recreation Industry Can Save the World,” Luis Benitez explains how government support can help outdoor recreation thrive
Celebrate National Trails Day with some of the best hikes in the U.S.—from slot canyons to grassland wanders to secluded beaches.