Since a massive storm ravaged the AT in September 2024, hikers have worried the iconic trail may be unusable in 2025. To find out, we sent a veteran thru-hiker to do its worst-hit miles.
Ancient humans saw the solstice as a time of magic and limitless possibilities—and we could all use a little bit of that energy right now.
In his latest video, Ben Ayers discusses the puffy coat, insulated pants, sleeping bag, and sunglasses that helped him thrive at 17,500 feet
Signs are popping up at NPS sites asking visitors to report any instances of rangers speaking negatively about America. Critics say it’s an attempt to whitewash U.S. history.
This summer, a mix of early rain and record-breaking heat will converge upon the American West. Here’s what we can expect from this year’s wildfire season.
In his latest video, Ben Ayers discusses the base and midlayer garments that kept him warm and dry at Mount Everest Base Camp, where temperatures fluctuate between balmy and below zero
Rescuers located Israeli-American hiker Samuel Vengrinovich near the city of Dharamshala in India’s Himalayan foothills
Search and rescue teams believe the mission to save the stricken hikers resulted in the highest helicopter medevac in state history
In his latest video dispatch, Ben Ayers discusses the footwear that help his feet stay warm and dry during the 11-day hike to Mount Everest Base Camp
Climbers Kate Kelleghan and Laura Pineau climbed El Capitan, Mount Watkins, and Half Dome in 23 hours and 36 minutes, becoming the first women to complete the historic linkup
Our articles editor receives regular story pitches for his father. This year he decided to pursue one—and it is about cave exploration
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
In his latest video dispatch, our Mount Everest reporter discusses the living conditions found at the foot of the world’s highest peak
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
When a fledgling American team decides to challenge the Kazakhs at their own game, no one is quite prepared for what happens next.
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
The seismic activity on May 29 was much smaller than the July 2024 explosion that closed Biscuit Basin
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.
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
Our Everest reporter explains the biggest stories from the 2025 season: fewer fatalities than in 2024, a narrow weather window, and multiple notable ascents
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
Rescuers issue a warning to hikers across the country as fast-flowing streams and cascades surge with spring snowmelt
A master rod builder shares the tools, skills, and deeper rewards of a more deliberate—and satisfying—way to fish
Five questions with the Colorado senator about the ongoing battle to protect public lands and the federal agencies that manage them
After writing the book on extreme overlanding, Scott Brady distills his tips into five critical pieces of advice.
From expert-level kneading to mindful companionship, cats prove they’re more than just cough potatoes—they’re unsung heroes in runners’ lives
Mount Everest’s Icefall Doctors, the workers who build and maintain the route through the Khumbu Glacier, pursue a livelihood rooted in tradition and danger
From tanking to trout fishing, Nebraska’s water adventures are as fun as they come
Tyler Andrews shares details from his aborted attempt at the Mount Everest speed record. The American is making a second attempt at the FKT later this week.
These hiking trails prove that there’s way more to see in Nebraska than prairie
Learn more about Trail Karma, Outside’s groundbreaking give-back program with Gaia GPS, launching on our partner mapping platform now with Toyota’s sponsorship of the following 20 standout trails across the U.S.
A relentless explorer and celebrated TV host, Lin has built his on-camera identity on movement, resilience, and inspiration. But on a volcano in Ecuador—surrounded by fellow amputees—he finally lets himself be seen.
The campsite reservation platform just added thousands of RV parks, camping resorts, and private campgrounds to its inventory
Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke, who helped launch the Public Lands Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives, disagrees with plans to sell off federal land
Not all trail races are created equally: 22-year-old collegiate trail running champion Stuart Terrill learned the very hard way at the U.S. Mountain Running Championships last summer
Veteran guides share tips and tricks for avoiding or navigating the gridlock that always arises on the trail to the top
Vest shares her tips for getting started in sewing and what she builds into her own creations
Our reporter has confirmed four fatalities, as well as multiple helicopter rescues from high on the peak
Do they climb the same route every year? Is it just a bunch of rich people up there? You have Mount Everest questions and we have answers.
The wildest spaces are far from crowded parks and manicured trails. Peer into the undiscovered corners of the country where remote adventures await and explorers have found new places and ways to get wild.
After a Czech climber suffered altitude sickness on the world’s highest peak, a helicopter pilot executed a dramatic long-line rescue at Camp III at 24,000 feet
Electric mountain bikes are no longer anomalies on the trail, and some say they’ll soon outnumber traditional bikes. If you feel like that escalated quickly, you’re not alone.
In his latest video dispatch, Ben Ayers interviews Viorel “Wally” Stirbu, who is back at Everest for his third attempt to reach the summit
Federal cutbacks will leave our favorite pathways without vital resources and maintenance this year. Our hiking columnist explains how you can grab a chainsaw and a shovel and get involved.
Though best known for its thrilling whitewater, West Virginia’s diverse paddling possibilities range from clear shoreline cruises to mellow moving water
Thanks to the EXPLORE Act, most outdoor photographers and videographers will no longer need permits to shoot in national parks
Mushrooms play a role in my mental health journey, but I’m careful about when—and where—I use them
In his latest dispatch, our Everest reporter explains the crucial work done by rope-fixing teams. Plus, one climber’s global triathlon ends at Everest.
The 38-year-old from Chicago beat a brain tumor as a teenager and used his passion for mountaineering to raise money for cancer charities
In his latest video dispatch, our writer explains the naming debate surrounding the world’s highest peak
Our Everest columnist shares some intel on how to avoid illness during the 11-day hike. Plus, a rest day adventure in the Himalayas.
An executive order triggers the finish-line fight for this historic Phoenix climbing area
Our writer stops by the Pangboche Monastery, a 600-year-old Sherpa religious center where Mount Everest climbers receive a blessing before their expeditions
“My goal is to make it clear that you can be an average Joe and still take on those big races”
The White House released its budget request for 2026, and the plan calls for the Park Service to hand over control of some federal parklands to states
This ultramarathoner didn’t start running until his thirties. Now aged 55, he’s survived cancer—and completed a longtime quest to ski 300 miles across a remote Arctic island.
Charitable foundations that raise funds and organizer volunteers for the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, and other U.S. National Parks have seen an uptick in donations and manpower
In his latest dispatch from the hike to Mount Everest Base Camp, the writer discusses how the booming tourism industry has changed the communities along the route. Plus, how much does a hotel cost?
In his latest video, Ben Ayers takes us inside the topsy-turvy world of air travel in Nepal’s Mount Everest region
For the first time ever, the History Channel’s survival show will be staged in a hot and dry climate. Here’s where it will be held.
The writer became an aid worker for Mount Everest climbers during the devastating disaster. A decade later, he explores how the tragedy shaped Nepal—and his own life.
The kids of the Mountaineers Adventure Club are tackling serious peaks—all between classes and homework
As wildfires increasingly affect crags around the world, we explore how best to approach the burnt stone