There’s another amazing story of a dog surviving in the outdoors. And the canine in question wants to share his tale. Woof!

Starting this fall, backpackers will have to pay a new fee to hike the popular Lost Coast Trail. For some, it will triple the cost.

Utah Avalanche Center said the north-facing region of Lone Peak, where the avalanche occurred, is known for its steep and unforgiving terrain

The two backcountry climbers never reached the splitboards and skis they stashed to descend the California fourteener

The new film “The QUEST: Everest VR” provides a dizzying perspective of the world's highest peak with zero danger of frostbite or avalanches

After the brutal murder of three surfers in Baja California last week, travelers are wondering if the area is more dangerous than it used to be and if they should stop camping.

When the British Empire finally put boots on top of the world on May 29, 1953, the news was entrusted to a young man named Ten Tsewang Sherpa, who ran 200 miles to Kathmandu

Officials warn pet owners to remain vigilant after finding at least a dozen barbed treats. No dogs have been reported injured so far.

Five questions with Haley Batten, who is slated to lead America’s strongest contingent of Olympic cross-country mountain bikers in years

Every spring, hundreds of hopefuls make the trek to the world’s tallest summit and the surrounding high peaks. This is your base camp for all the news from the Himalayas.

When Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary made history by reaching the summit, a courier named Ten Tsewang Sherpa ran 200 miles to Kathmandu to deliver the news. He died a few weeks later. His story has never been told—until now.

Recovery missions on the world's highest peak aren't easy. Here's why they come with a soaring price tag and a heightened potential for disaster.

How to combine products from MSR and Dometic to achieve the ultimate, convenient water transportation system

Endless cross-country trails, fun technical features, singletrack galore, year-round riding weather, and a welcoming bike culture—what more could a mountain biker ask for?

There are lots of theories about how to avoid altitude sickness. But in practice, acclimatization isn’t so straightforward.

Is the growing number of high-speed collisions leading to more criminal charges on the slopes?

Robbi Mecus, a search and rescue expert and pillar of the LGBTQ+ climbing community, died in Denali National Park last week

Authorities in Ensenada have arrested three people in connection with the disappearance

More than two decades after a crash left him paralyzed, Tarek Rasouli rekindled his love of off-road riding with the help of an innovative handcycle

Nepali officials recently tested a cargo drone on the world’s highest peak, and believe aerial devices could reduce foot traffic in the deadly Khumbu Icefall

Want to get paid to fight climate change? Biden’s new Climate Corp is hiring. We combed through 270 job listings to find the dreamiest ones.

For a handful of lucky students in Emory and Henry College’s Semester-a-Trail program, the AT is the ultimate teacher

Five questions with the ‘Free Solo’ star about his future plans in big-wall climbing, high-altitude mountaineering, and outdoor filmmaking

A skier was swept over 1,000 feet down a couloir on Quandary Peak when another party set off a slide above him, violating backcountry protocols

The James E. Sullivan Award, given by the Amateur Athletics Union, is named for an American Olympic official who sought to prevent women from competing in the early 20th century

No camp stove? You can still whip up a hot meal with these tips.

Five ways to measure your progress trail running across surfaces, distances, and routes

The 2024 North Pole season was canceled after the main runway at Barneo Ice Camp cracked. The American guide still has ambitions to return to the planet’s northernmost point.

Explore the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness with these tips from an experienced local canoeist and outfitter

Walking across deserts and mountain ranges taught the author important lessons on friendship, compassion, and understanding others

The number of climbing permits issued by Nepal is down from 2023 as some expeditions have headed to China. But there’s bound to be drama on the world’s highest peak as climbers adjust to new regulations governing pollution and safety.

When PTSD from military service in Somalia changed the course of Chad Brown’s life, the subtle art of catch and release fly fishing changed it back

There’s nothing I loathe more than getting charged by a dog that’s off leash while I’m out running on a trail

A new Public Lands Rule will mandate a focus on landscape health, conservation, and recreation

Organizers are not sure if the event, which dates back to the 1980s, will return next summer

Most backcountry lightning education—including what’s taught by major outdoor organizations—is antiquated. Here’s your overdue expert update.

Dangers in the Khumbu Icefall forced rope fixers to chart a different route. Now, some expedition operators are scrambling to stay on schedule.

A conversation with activists, a look at the radical origins of Earth Day, and a slew of ways you can take action for the planet every single day.

Rangers at Lake Mead National Recreation Area are searching for two men who were filmed destroying ancient rocks on a hiking trail

We spoke to three climate activists about how Earth Day, which started as a protest, has become a day of corporate greenwashing, and what we can all do about it

We dug into the numbers with the Colorado Avalanche Information Center to find out

A Canadian study found that chemicals excreted by ants keep ticks at bay. Researchers hope the discovery leads to new ways to ward off the Lyme Disease-spreading insects.

From meal planning to meeting the townies, every aspiring thru-hiker should hear this hard-won advice

The Asheboro Boulders could have been destroyed by a mining company. Instead they were saved by the North Carolina Zoo.

Remembered for his passion for skiing and adventurous spirit, 21-year-old Winter Park, Colorado, coach Dallas LeBeau leaves a legacy of inspiration and admiration

A backcountry ski trip, a bikepacking getaway, and a weekend on the bunny slope—here are the routes that Outside editors followed in March

Our columnist breaks down the laws that allow for animal cruelty

“Forever Chemicals” keep mud out of your boots and make rain jackets waterproof, but they’re about to be illegal

Can these two seasoned snowboarders line up the conditions for an all-time wild Oregon rally?

Follow these steps to give your camp neighbors an unforgettable experience. (Note that we said “unforgettable,” not “good.”)

The crash unfortunately took three lives, including an American IFMGA guide

I could barely walk, a condition doctors told me would likely deteriorate further. That prompted me to plan an adventure of a lifetime.

President Biden issued an executive order last week to bolster women's history in our National Parks

AspectAvy, a new app developed by a guide, promises to help skiers make more conservative decisions in the backcountry. Some avalanche experts aren’t so sure.

Four easy things you can do to rewild your space and support climate-critical biodiversity

What happens when you commit to a life of adventure? You get better at it.

After winter no-showed, I grappled with the grief of loving a sport that may not exist a lifetime from now

Dreaming of an extended trek on a storied trail? Here’s everything you need to know to get started at thru-hiking or get better at it.

According to a report by the Los Angeles Times and subsequent news sources, California ski accidents are up nearly 50 percent over the past two years

With the recent completion of the Capital to Tahoe Trail, Carson City is looking for two hikers to go from its core all the way to Canada for good money

The renowned guide and climber founded one of the nation’s leading guide services and summitted Mount Rainier over 250 times

Beloved for its renegade reputation, Colorado ski area Arapahoe Basin will charge skiers to park next season. Two A-Basin fans debate the decision—and discuss why paid parking represents a dividing line between mega resorts and local ski hills.

Singer-songwriter David Lindes found his way into running with help from the most unexpected teacher: a bull moose

The 8-year-old cat from New York gained internet fame for leading guests at his owner's AirBnb on Appalachian Trail hikes. It's a role he was born to play.

Die-hards are worried that their beloved ski hill will lose its local vibe, but management remains characteristically optimistic

More than 15 years ago, Pete McBride set out to document all 1,450 miles of the threatened waterway. He captured its beauty and multiplying challenges, and his images underscore why its preservation is essential to us all.

Famed mountaineer, filmmaker, and Everest pioneer David Breashears died on March 14. Those who knew him best share memories of the legendary alpinist.

Utah’s Youth Sports Alliance beat hundreds of other applicants to win the 2023 Defender Service Awards. Their winnings: a check from category sponsor Outside—and a Land Rover Defender 130.

We think of New York as having a rat problem, but cats are doing just as much damage

The ski mountaineer left the door open to pursue the last four ski descents, but his timeline remains unclear

Red Solo cups. Bubble mailers. Batteries. Vape pens. We ranked commonly binned items that cause big problems for your recycling center into a March Madness-style bracket, and asked a panel of experts to vote on the biggest losers.

Meet the famous Alaskan husky—and Iditarod finisher—who got miffed at a musher and chomped her truck’s brake lines. (Allegedly. Because a lot of people think this pup is innocent.)

The Irish actor was recently fined $1,500 for walking in a restricted thermal area in America’s oldest national park. Articles editor Frederick Dreier explores more creative penalties.

A new study sheds more light on the direct effects of climate change on the ski industry

Highly skilled firefighters are the last line of defense against wildfires, but that line is fraying because the government decided long ago that they’re not worth very much

The pioneering climber and documentarian helped millions of people worldwide learn about Mount Everest and the Himalayas

Amid proclamations and revisions, guides and operators are left scratching their heads

Lusti has built a career—and a life—on toughness and a preternatural ability to ski through puckering technical terrain. Her greatest challenge may be learning to let herself be soft.

A student from the University of Vermont suffered fatal traumatic injuries after sliding 600 feet down the famed Northeast ski face. Two others suffered serious injuries and required rescue.

This startup ski pass promises to save what’s best about skiing, and it costs about what you’d pay for a single day at a megaresort