How to Plan a Successful Backpacking Trip in 7 Steps
Follow these steps to spend less time stressing over the details and more time on the trail
Hiking
The Hikers Who Lied and Broke Laws to Finish the AT This Year
After months of trespassing and hiding from rangers, two hikers completed the Appalachian Trail in June. Their sagas raise questions about what it means to be outdoors in the United States right now.
Why the PCT's Most Iconic Trail Angels Are Retiring
Thru-hiker traffic on this western trail is growing faster than the volunteer community's ability to handle it
8 of the Most Adventurous Trail Runs in Colorado
Get off-trail just a couple hours' drive from Denver and the Front Range
This AT Legend Is Now Passing on His Wisdom to Young Thru-Hikers
For Warren Doyle, who has thru-hiked the trail nine times, it comes down to mental—as much as physical—preparedness
The Appalachian Trail Hostels That Will Not Close
In the South, a series of hostels have welcomed hikers, defying trail closures and guidelines. They say they're acting on behalf of their communities.
The New Rules of Social Distancing for Trail Users
Help keep trails open by not abusing them
8 Thru-Hiking Vlogs to Give You Trail Envy During Quarantine
I watched 40-plus hours of thru-hiking vlogs. These are the ones that are worth your time.
No One Knows How to DIY Quite Like a Thru-Hiker
Be prepared for every obstacle, and save a ton of money by making your own equipment and learning how to fix your stuff when it breaks in the backcountry
Leaving a Thru-Hike Early Doesn't Mean You Can't Try Again Later
Walking away from the adventure of a lifetime is hard, but it makes coming back to it especially rewarding. Here, five thru-hikers share their stories of failing and coming back for more.