Sixteen young people took Montana to court to hold the state responsible for violating their right to a clean and healthful environment

Soccer player Quinn, cyclist Austin Killips, and runner Nikki Hiltz inspired us—and thousands of other fans—this year

Neuschäfer won the Golden Globe, a dangerous, solo, nonstop sailing race this spring

After a record-breaking year, the 28-year-old American ski racer sits down to talk success, failure, family, and the future with her mom, Eileen Shiffrin

The death of Manuel Paez Terán, a “Stop Cop City” protester, in January marked the first time police have shot and killed an environmental activist on U.S. soil

Don’t worry: there’s a plan in place to keep names like “Wolfy McWolfFace” off of the list

When it comes to packing for a winter camping trip, separating good advice from falsehoods can be difficult

Mountain lions are becoming more aggressive. Or maybe they aren’t?

Suggested regulations would require land managers to review and approve all fixed anchors on wilderness routes. Climbing digital editor Steven Potter explains why the policies miss the mark.

This summer Courtney Dauwalter made history, becoming the first athlete to win the three biggest races in ultrarunning in the same year: the Hardrock 100, the Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc, and the Western States Endurance Run. What’s her secret?

Give yourself the gift of a better climate future by donating to these nonprofits

Knowing how to keep warm could help save your life if things go wrong on a winter hike

A roundup of all of the wacky and weird news from the ski universe

Hitting the trail with someone may be the best way to get to know them. But what if “someone” is your new hubby?

The stunt was little more than empty showmanship

The Merrell trail running athlete shares her experience of discovering a BRCA1 gene mutation—and pursuing her dreams anyway

Why do so many cars and trucks get stuck on sketchy passes in the Rockies? We asked state officials, tow truck drivers, and even college professors to weigh in.

Pack your bags because we’ve identified legendary ski resorts all over the globe that you’re going to yearn to visit

The outdoor recreation economy is outpacing domestic growth

Over the nine-day trial, Texas prosecutors presented GPS and DNA data, and Armstrong’s own friends gave damning testimony

The Fifth National Climate Assessment, released by the White House this week, shows it’s not too late to act

A Texas jury has found Kaitlin Armstrong guilty for the murder of Moriah Wilson. The court sentenced her to 90 years in prison.

Search and rescue officials are urging adventurers to carry appropriate gear after an unprepared hiker nearly died on one of the state’s high mountains

There’s no better way to grasp the dos and don’ts of curbside recycling than seeing the sorting in action

When you’re one of the greatest skiers of all time, there are some things you only say to the person you trust most in the world

Rich Moore and his dog Finney disappeared on a hike in Colorado in August. Ten weeks later, crews found the dog alive. Now, friends and family are trying to understand what happened.

Itacate’s dehydrated meals fill the backpacking void with chilaquiles, Caldo Tlalpeño, and sopa de lentejas

Record winter storms turned the Central Valley into a 300-mile long flood zone. We sent a writer and photographer to check out conditions that hadn’t been seen in 40 years.

Experience the hidden landscapes of Northern California and celebrate the spirit of adventure through grassroots mixed-terrain rides

It’s not what’s on your head, it’s what’s inside of it that matters

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy announced this week that it had purchased 850 acres of land beneath McAfee Knob

Doyle set a speed record on the AT 50 years ago, long before YouTubers and partying twentysomethings had flooded the iconic trail. Through his Appalachian Trail Institute, which he's run since 1989, he’s still trying to convert a new generation of thru-hikers to his personal philosophy of what the trail should be.

An Australian cattleman is lucky to be alive after being attacked by a croc near Darwin

The ordeal is a reminder to value your own situational awareness over what Big Tech may tell you about a trail

These two snowboarders have scored the first chairlift of the season for three decades straight

National Park Service encourages hikers to avoid Whiteoak Canyon and Old Rag due to poor air quality

The short movie premiered at 5 Point and Banff Film Festival this fall, subtly questioning what a ski edit can be

Because every adventure should be celebrated

A video of daddy longlegs clustering on a backpacker’s had arachnophobic hikers vowing to stay away. But look a little closer, and you might just gain a new appreciation for the Alaskan wilderness.

Team Bronco Ambassador Andrew Muse shares advice learned over his 15 years of exploring public lands off-road

Honoring the life of someone who spent their days exploring wild places often means embracing the pursuits that brought them joy

Shiffrin has won more World Cup races than any skier in history. But there are still more records for her to reset. 

Learning to ski as an adult is difficult, but worth it

After three years of testing, Rocky Mountain National Park may make its reservation system permanent—and other parks aren’t far behind

The pioneering American mountaineer sounds off on Everest crowds, races to Himalayan summits, and reshaping the record books for the world’s highest peaks

And Alfredo Aliaga is already planning his return to come back and do it again next year

The Gondola Gallery by Epic features art from two artists with unique backgrounds

On Sunday, October 22, Touchstone’s Hollywood Boulders management were made aware that a member of the gym had suggested that they were armed and dangerous

Here’s what to know about court case against Armstrong, who authorities say killed professional cyclist Moriah Wilson in 2022

Wind turbines and energy-efficient snow guns help, but planning for real climate-impacted skiing requires next-level tactics

Our hiking columnist loves the simplicity and familiarity of a flavor additive called True Lemon, which lurks in the condiment zone of rest stops

Authorities believe the man may have been planning an attack at the Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park

A simple, free home energy audit showed me how to fix air leaks, insulation shortages, and other common culprits that cost me big bucks each year

The weather's getting colder, and that means your packing and planning strategies have to change. Steer clear of these backpacking mistakes for a smoother transition to fall.

The “mategration” of giant spiders across the southwest has prompted biologists and state officials to consider creative ways to circumvent roadways

Set up to honor the late cyclist, the Moriah Wilson Foundation has funded youth sports programs across Vermont. Wilson’s family has big plans for its future.

One of the planet’s most popular sporting events is kicking off in one of the world’s most popular cities in July—prime tourist season, on the tail of the Tour de France. Here’s what you need to know.

Arapahoe Basin will start spinning a lift on Sunday, October 29, marking the official start of the 2023–24 ski season

For most AT thru-hikers, Katahdin is the finish line. For Will French, it was the halfway point on a 25-year, 4,320-mile journey along the prehistoric spine of the Appalachians.

How connecting with pack animals can help you connect with nature in a deeper way

Iconic ways to make every day count and infuse more adventure into your life

The Southern Sierra’s record snowpack may have contributed to a deadly accident on 14,505-foot Mount Whitney this month.

No matter if the curse of Pele is real or not, tourists should leave volcanic stones where they belong

One of the hottest, driest places in the world has a brand-new lake festooned with wildflowers—but park officials say it won’t be around for long

Spiders and other hairy scary critters are everywhere. It’s best—for us and the planet—if we can figure out how to coexist.

The French steep skiing icon died while descending Puntiagado Volcano in Chile with Chilean IFMGA Guide Juan Señoret

Although the authorities would not confirm the exact location of the planned attack, it likely would have occurred in Smith Rock during this weekend’s Craggin’ Classic.

Who needs a rink? Grab your skates and head to these truly wild ponds instead.

Thousands of kids filled the streets of Durango, Colorado last week to celebrate their hometown hero. His historic win is already inspiring the next generation of bike racers.

A draft plan would introduce 3 to 7 bears per year into the North Cascades over the next decade

Paradox Sports introduces hundreds of people with disabilities to climbing each year

Does the clip really show bigfoot, or just a practical joker wearing a costume? It’s kicked up Sasquatch chatter across southwestern Colorado.

Beloved and historic Black Mountain will keep its lifts running this season while new owners are sought

Throughout the lower 48, recreational bush pilots are using their nimble planes and social media influence to spread the word about bold frontiers in flight: touching down on remote federal lands, flocking to little-used runways in designated wilderness, and drag racing one another for pure sport. Their capstone event each season, the High Sierra Fly-In, never fails to deliver hair-raising thrills.

Winter is the most underrated season for outdoor fun and adventure. Here's why, where to go, and how to stay warm out there.

A grizzly-curious writer decides to train as a bear guide in British Columbia, and surprises himself along the way

If the congress can't get its act together by November 17, federal firefighters will each lose $20,000 per year

Less energy in, more power out. The Lange Shadow is taking mechanical advantage to the slopes to make skiing easier and more dynamic.

The rise of social media has created a new breed of influencers who tackle the world's longest trails with their audiences in tow. But success isn't guaranteed on a thru-hike—and bailing with thousands of eyes on you is more complicated than it looks.

The 28-year-old climber shaved over an hour from Honnold’s solo record