Running with a baby in a chest carrier can be dangerous. The stunt serves as a reminder that racing with a baby isn’t just a bad way to nab a course record—it’s also a serious safety hazard.

Our collective desire to escape may be approaching a fever pitch. Maybe that’s what’s driving the rising travel trend of seeking ethereal destinations. From a lake of blue fire to sandstone frozen in time, here are some of the most mystical, otherworldly places around the world.

Learning to ski can be daunting, but these resorts will take extra good care of newbies, no matter the age.

From clubs, to expert advice on training and racing, there are so many ways we're united by running. Let's explore them.

When we deny even symbolic gestures of inclusion, we risk minimizing and ultimately erasing their significance, writes contributor James Edward Mills

Mariah Reading was a national park ranger whose job was cut during the mass layoffs of 2025. Now, she’s fighting to save public lands one piece of trash at a time.

A recent study breaks down the quality of water on major and regional flights. Experts weigh in on what this means for travelers.

This winter gear was built to handle everything from icy morning commutes to urban hiking trails.

Sports dietitians and nutritionists say factors like climate and elevation can affect your thirst levels and share hydration training tips.

Our team of testers spent months running through the season’s worst weather to find the shoes that keep feet dry, warm, and planted on the ice.

Multi-resort ski passes are often blamed for the overcrowding of our ski resorts. But they’re also the only way I can afford to take my family skiing these days.

Outside's Moves columnist Jenny McCoy will be available to answer any of your fitness and winter training questions on January 20 at 2 P.M. ET. You can submit questions ahead of time, or join us in real time.

A new early-access process allows people willing to pay an additional fee to apply for permits ten days earlier than usual. Here is everything you need to know about booking your Havasupai Falls 2026 reservation

Finding the perfect setup is overwhelming. We talked to a professional guide to help you match your rod and reel to your water and your target species.

Cops arrested the man after he made a “credible threat” of an act of mass violence in a popular Colorado ski town

This is a city that practically demands you live outdoors. Here are our favorite places to snorkel, kayak, bike, and chill in the Magic City this winter.

Wildflower sprouts have already been spotted in some parts of Southern California’s desert park. Here’s the forecast—and the best places to spot this year’s rare superbloom.

Sony’s tiny RX1R III is packed with impressive pro features you may or may not need.

This countercultural 30-year-old style has taken action sports and popular fashion by storm.

Outdoor recreation in Minnesota isn’t for the faint of heart. We spent a day at an ice fishing competition in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, where Mother Nature calls the shots, the fabric of community is thicker than denim, and tenacity is everything.

From snowboarding to survivalism, Djenohan knows things about the outdoors you don't learn in pants

In the days leading up to an avalanche in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado experienced just a small amount of snow. What went wrong? One expert told us it was a combination of factors that led to the slide.

Why these merino-blend socks are my favorites, whatever the adventure.

Physicians and longevity experts explain the few caveats that caffeine lovers should know about.

We’re using STEM and custom-built machinery to find the breaking point of the most popular backpacking gear.

Here’s what the science says about the Internet's latest trend. 

One of the closest hotels to the north entrance of J Tree offers stargazing, swimming, and Mojave magic.

Forget expensive supplements and complex protocols. The real secret to extending your health-span is simpler—and tastier—than you think.

Researchers buried 24 volunteers under the snow to test a "game-changing" piece of gear. The results were startling.

According to an internal directive, National Park Service employees at some of the nation’s most popular parks are now instructed to ask visitors questions about their citizenship status.

One spring in particular showed traces of several pharmaceuticals, including an antibiotic, an antifungal, an anticonvulsant, an antidepressant, and a diabetic drug. Such contaminants could pose a threat to the canyon’s already fragile ecosystem.

A ski patroller at the Colorado resort takes a deep dive into the wage rates and cost of living that govern his life.

A recent video shows two hikers stranded on a perilous, extremely steep cliffside in Northern California. It joins a growing list of similar clips depicting people being rescued in the outdoors. Here’s why I can’t stop watching them.

Google recently unveiled its Preferred Sources tool, meaning you now get to choose which news outlets you see first in search results. Here’s how you can put Outside at the top of your list.

After running in dozens of long-sleeve shirts in all conditions, these six rose to the top.

Paddle past neon-stained sandstone cliffs in July, then scale frozen waterfalls in January—at the same spot

A world away from the national park’s famous Going-to-the-Sun Road lies a river system that most park visitors never discover

Out of five types of exercise, resistance training ranks highest in improving overall brain health. An expert on aging shares how to incorporate lifting into your routine.

After enduring icy slopes and massive lift lines, our articles editor sought guidance from a psychotherapist on how to endure—and maybe even enjoy—the 2025-26 ski season

Two veteran captains share the durable reels, rods, and apparel that can actually survive a season of corrosive spray.

Salomon turns to aerodynamics to gain an edge in the crowded super shoe space. We tried out their streamlined new racer.

Despite its deathly reputation, Mount Baldy is oftentimes neither a particularly precarious mountain nor an especially treacherous trail. Why, then, do so many people perish on the 10,000-foot peak?

Get an insider's look at the 2025 Overland Expo Mountain West event in Loveland, Colorado

For the first time, the entire TransAmerica Trail—5,900-plus miles of off-road adventure—is now available on Street View. Brought to you by Ford capability and Google Maps technology.

Can ChatGPT plan a ski trip from start to finish? And more importantly, can it do it well? I put it to the test.

Cruises come with real environmental costs and cultural baggage. They can also open wild places in ways most adventure narratives ignore.

New research on drinking during exercise is challenging old beliefs.

Rescuers battled high winds to reach the sole surviving climber, who spent several harrowing hours on a precarious, rocky ridgeline. After dark and out of options, one simple tool helped responders find her.

Most people don't think to use the tool in this way, but experts swear by this method.

OK, maybe not forever. But this four-workout-per-week plan can reduce your risk of death by about a billion percent. And it only takes 30 minutes per session.

Pro climber and BASE jumper Steph Davis knows a thing or two about realizing your full potential

The Queen of US cross-country skiing heads to the 2026 Winter Games in Italy for one last Olympic campaign

From Chamonix, France, to Highlands, North Carolina, these towns deliver serious outdoor fun, adventure thrills, and an indie spirit.

The deadly attack on January 1 was the sixth human-mountain lion incident in the area in three months

Cattle dogs are known for their intense intelligence and limitless loyalty, so it should come as no surprise that one named Cami is credited with saving her owner’s life. Did we just find our good dog of 2026?

The 40-year-old woman had mysteriously disappeared while hiking with her dog near the North Fork of the American River.

The Interior Department reportedly sent a memo threatening to void America the Beautiful Parks Passes that have stickers on them. The artist behind a line of protest stickers has found a workaround.

Scientists confirm that your mileage may vary in how you respond to workouts, but everyone benefits in the end.

A half-mile-long slackline was hung across Telegraph Canyon, a recreational area located about 60 miles east of Phoenix in the Sonoran Desert.

A career cowboy gives us an inside look at one of the most demanding jobs in America.

Explore and restore in Virginia Beach, where perfect sand is just the beginning

Experts share with us their top survival tips if you’re stranded on the road or on the trail during treacherous winter storms.

Choosing your pace based on the physiological transition from easy to hard is more effective than calculations based on maximum heart rate, research shows.

Never underestimate the importance of a good airport shoe.

Satisfy's pricey Rippy Modular Windbreaker makes up for the wallet-busting cost with style, comfort, and impressive versatility.

Snag some much-needed vitamin D in these bright American getaways—including the Guinness World Record-holder for sunniest city on Earth.

The record-setting polar explorer talks about helping Will Smith film the new docuseries 'Pole to Pole,' rebuilding after injury, and what it really takes to stay sane alone on the ice

Fitness enthusiasts love the orange creamsicle flavor—but does it really boost recovery? A nutritionist weighs in.

From roof mounts to hitch racks, we break down the best ways to haul your skis this winter.

These ten habits will keep strangers from silently judging you between sets.

With built-in flight modes and no controller required, this lightweight drone simplifies filming on the move.

Forget miracle supplements and anti-aging hype. This is what actually helps you live a longer, healthier, more adventurous life.

New research links this good habit to slower aging, stronger brain health, and a longer lifespan. Doctors share what makes the biggest difference.

On aging, denial, and the injuries that come from believing you’re still invincible.

We asked a dietician, an exercise physiologist, a sleep psychologist, and a physician for their top longevity advice. Meet your decade-by-decade guide to strong, healthy aging.

The three-time Olympian opens up about depression, substance abuse, and his pivot to halfpipe

YOSAR members, NPS sources, and other experts help us unpack and understand the uptick in rescue missions inside the iconic California park.

From $8 workout staples to the $429 tool that saved our editor during a Colorado windstorm, these are the 11 personal gear discoveries we can’t stop talking about as we head into 2026.

New research backs this approach to avoiding running injuries.

America’s most devoted whiskey makers are planting their own crops—and reshaping bourbon from the ground up.