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A 22-year-old man participating in an outdoor educator course was killed by a lightning strike in the Absaroka Mountains on Tuesday evening

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Kaitlin and Sarah Leung from the popular The Woks of Life blog share one of their favorite camping meals

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We pitted the fictional Netflix miniseries against the reality survival game show to see which came out on top

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In the new film ‘Thirteen Lives,’ the Hollywood A-lister plays Rick Stanton, the British diver who helped lead the effort to save 12 boys and their coach who were trapped in Thailand’s Tham Luang cave

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TikTok is brimming with people who swear by the sound frequency for improved concentration and a sense of calm. We spoke to sleep and psychology experts to find out what the science says about the brown-noise trend.

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Rivendell Bicycle Works built a loyal following by ignoring convention. But what happens when good intentions spark public outrage in a country divided?

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The second annual run of the invitational trade show is in the books

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Mounting evidence suggests that women respond differently to endurance training after menopause. Could donating blood be the solution?

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Driven by closures and new parking rules, Colorado’s highest peaks saw a precipitous drop in hiker visits from 2020 to 2021

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“Um, don’t do drugs kids (and don’t start spiders on fire during a drought),” Utah governor Spencer Cox tweeted Tuesday

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I’m a Denver Broncos fan. I’m also an environmentalist, outdoorsman, and bike rider who lives in a world that seems increasingly choked with oversized adventure vehicles. Can I really be both?

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One man’s quixotic journey into vehicle safety for dogs

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Greg and Julie Welch were relaxing at their campsite in Minnesota’s Boundary Waters when a tiny fire in a nearby bog suddenly exploded into a massive blaze that began racing toward them

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When fair weather draws folks outdoors, the food vendors of Brooklyn cater to every taste. Here’s what New Yorkers were munching on this spring.

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To control mass tourism, the National Park Service is working on solutions, like its reservation system. We tourists need to do our part, too. Here’s how.

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Sponsor Content: Specialized

Protecting your head is serious business, but unless you’re knowledgable about the technical specs that differentiate helmets, it can be hard to know exactly what you need out side of the general buckets of road, gravel, and mountain biking. Thankfully Specialized makes it easy find the right helmet…

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The hardgoods-only trade show in Park City, Utah, is back

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The Wind Cave is the seventh-largest mapped cave in the world

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Great Smoky Mountains is a mecca for millions of outdoor visitors each year. But as our 63 Parks columnist explains, that doesn’t mean you can’t find solitude and peace. Often all it takes is a walk in the woods.

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Communication can be the difference between life and death in mountaineering. Climbers Scott Lehmann and Shayna Unger know that as well as anyone.

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Here’s how to make the most out of a visit to one of the wildest places in the U.S., from kayaking to birding to fishing and so much more

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The highly anticipated 550-acre expansion into Bergman Bowl was slated to add 16 new trails and a high-speed lift

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Sponsor Content: Envoy B2B

The new digital tool is built to help retailers manage all their assets, including workbooks, order forms, invoices, and more

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Dig into one of Chef Biju’s favorite summer salads filled with seasonal fruits and veggies

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The Flash Finish flash mob in Boulder, Colorado, gave everyday runners and cyclists a jolt of motivation to keep getting outside

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Sponsor Content: SABRE

Running solo is one of the best ways to wind down after a long day. Here’s how to feel safe and confident doing it.

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Sean Allen, 38, went missing in mid-July after hiking alone. Friends remember him as driven and “very calm in the mountains.”

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Best of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift

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Sponsor Content: Golden Isles of Georgia

Outdoors lovers: coastal Georgia is calling your name

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Eating for activity is not as complicated as you think

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Sponsor Content: Stoko

Stoko’s K1 is a revolutionary way to support your knees without the bulk of a traditional knee brace

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Watch as Annemiek van Vleuten and the peloton take on the final kilometer in the eighth and final stage of the 2022 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift

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Hatchets, saws, and axes have a place—and it’s not in the backcountry

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Our take on a classic Indian street corn, folded with gut-friendly kefir for a savory and delicious side dish, perfect on a hot summer day

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Chef Biju Thomas keeps this traditional sweet rice dish simple, delicious and vegan-friendly

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By repurposing scrap materials into gear, employing resettled refugees, and partnering with leading brands, Adiff is modeling a more sustainable textile industry

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We’re not putting our heads in the sand. But there are reasons to be hopeful and things everyone can do in the face of unprecedented change.

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These stories examine the most widespread health misconceptions in our world, the science that’s still unsettled, and the facts you can rely on when in doubt

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Western national parks like Yellowstone, Zion, and Joshua Tree are among our most iconic, but it’s the journeys road-tripping in between them that provide the greatest opportunities for adventure. From Montana to Southern California, here’s how to make the most of this itinerary and avoid the crowds.

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Can a relationship survive a grand adventure? That was the big question hanging over two novice sailors as they set out on a voyage off the coast of New England.

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Is the PürTrek pole-filter mashup a brilliant idea or a Frankensteinian mess?

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How to turn unexpected problems into easy solutions the next time you go off-grid

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How a satellite communicator helps me tamp down panic in the wilderness

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Jody Rosen combines his acuity as a pop-cultural critic and his passion for the bicycle in his new book ’Two Wheels Good: The History and Mystery of the Bicycle’

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The reality show’s cast members are beginning to wrestle with their emotions as temperatures drop and food sources dwindle

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These climbers paddled down the drought-stricken waterway looking for big walls and challenging ascents. They found both.

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The Colorado Craig Interagency Hotshot Crew spends their summers fighting fires in places like California and Montana

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Deep, dark, and hiding some dreadful bits of history, Mammoth Cave, in Kentucky, is a fascinating place for underground exploration

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For many of us, a visit to these communities is an idyllic escape, but racism exists there, too, and it’s important that we continue to address it

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An unscientific journey to test Spy's new Discord shades

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The “Savage Mountain” saw its busiest day ever earlier this week, as more than 100 climbers reached the summit

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With inflation on the rise, I scrapped plans for another long summer hike. On little daily walks through South Dakota’s Black Hills, I’ve rediscovered the surprise and delight of getting back to basics.

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Sponsor Content: CamelBak

For queer Canadian runner Gabriela DeBues-Stafford, success is about leaving it all on the track

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Making a net-positive impact as a company selling stuff is hard. These businesses stand out for their design innovation, social and political action, and meaningful sustainability commitments.

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Long-standing rules for how we do our business in the wilderness are changing in a very big way—and it’s about time

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You don’t need a reservation to pitch a tent at these free and dispersed camping areas on public land, from empty beaches to lush forests to hot springs. Go, enjoy, and pledge to leave the place in better shape than you found it.

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When lifelong climber Jeff Jackson failed to send a punishing project, he contemplated quitting the sport. Here’s what brought him back.

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According to law enforcement in Curry County, Oregon, local residents tied a suspected arsonist to a tree after he got “combative”

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Last week my house burned to the ground, and if that’s not bad enough, I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder

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Our editors tested five of the best carbon-plated trail shoes—and two alternative plated shoes—on the market. Here’s what we found.

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Sponsor Content: Land Rover

The Land Rover Defender Service Awards from 2021 cover a range of community services. Here are the winners—and how they've put their new Defenders to use.

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Join us on a life-list Himalayan trek, and do good for others while enjoying one of the world’s dream trips

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A bloody conflict between the Himalayan ‘ghost cats’ and Nepali shepherds is only partially to blame—and raises questions about their future

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From the perfect cooler to the best bug-repelling candle, we’ve rounded up our favorite products that make picnicking a breeze

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Put down those soggy, freeze-dried go-to’s and dig into these delicious recs from Outside staffers

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Durable outdoor cooking utensil? Yes. But to me, this century-old Griswold also symbolizes much more.

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Savory backcountry eats. Camping meals that really impress. Chefs who inspire. And the perfect tools to help you create a mouthwatering feast after a day of adventure.

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Ashley Rodriguez, host of the ‘Kitchen Unnecessary’ YouTube show, shares her favorite tricks for creating delicious meals outside

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Hosting a little backyard get-together? These editor-approved items will make entertaining easy—and have your guests wondering where you got them.

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The Leungs love to cook creatively in the wild. Here’s how they do it.

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Harnessing the power of the outdoors can make us better humans and put a positive dent in the world. These are stories about creating stronger communities, more fulfilling lives, and a healthier environment.

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After traveling to Ireland, members of the Goat Surf Club discuss the importance of highlighting environmental issues in their film series

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Never lose a camp mug or fork again

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Where did the brand known for its huge, cushy soles come from—and how did they get on the feet of Britney Spears?

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Sponsor Content: Go RVing

We caught up with two of RVing’s most seasoned pet parents for their best advice

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Highlights from Stage 3 of the 2022 Tour de France Femmes

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With new young stars emerging and world records broken, the World Athletics Championships delivered excitement and action on American soil

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Using vintage vibes, natural fibers, and old-school designs, this Salt Lake City–based manufacturer has inspired a devoted user base—and Instagram fans—all over the world

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The freestyle skier was named Breakthrough Athlete of 2022, and doofuses on social media couldn’t contain their anger

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