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Five stunning national parks await beyond North America's 49th parallel. But beware: you'll face shifting ice, mercurial weather, and polar bears if you take this path less traveled.
A Southern Colorado loop where you can rough it in a yurt and throw one back in Durango.
Start in the Grand Canyon and wander up to Moab, Utah, with some moonlit camping and excellent mountain biking along the way.
The route from Jackson, Wyoming, to Glacier National Park, Montana packs in five national parks and plenty of watering holes.
Everyone has heard of the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite—and for good reason. These national parks are American treasures. But their red ravines, spewing geysers, and endless valleys attract countless visitors, especially come summer. If you want a dose of natural beauty sans crazy crowds, plan a trip to one…
We put together a bracket of our 64 favorite towns in the country. See how your pick stacked up.
If you’re the type of person who regularly burns the midnight oil, the thought of waking up for a 6 a.m. workout may be pretty unappealing to you. And you’re not alone: A study presented at the Associated Professional Sleep Societies’ annual meeting last week reported that…
Unless your idea of a great pre-flight drink involves an ersatz Irish pub or a sports bar with 18 light beers on tap, then you likely agree that America’s airport bars tend to be serviceable at best. Not that there’s anything wrong with slamming a Coors before takeoff, but a…
My dad never wants expensive gear for Father’s Day, but he still appreciates a thoughtful gift or two. Here are six suggestions that cost $30 or less for your pragmatic, outdoorsy father or husband. Black Diamond Cosmo Headlamp | (Courtesy of Black Diamond) This practical,…
A diverse diet doesn't necessarily mean a healthy diversity in intestinal bacteria. In fact, it may mean just the opposite.
Cyclists should heed a new survey that ranks cities based on their incidences of road rage.
Behold the biggest—and possibly the best—long-travel 29er we’ve ever tried.
This new film from The African Attachment and Red Bull Media House follows Ryan Sandes and Ryno Griesel’s on their attempt of the Drakensberg Grand Traverse. Roughly 140 miles across the Drakensburg mountains on the central South African plateau, the route takes hikers more than a week to finish.
The Land Of is an entirely independent production that follows a group of surfers on a journey through Thailand as they gain new perspectives on travel that extend far beyond simply riding waves. In chapter one we find Joel Fitzgerald and Chrystal Jameson Fitzgerald in Phang Nga visiting the…
What’s better than ice cream? It’s not a purely rhetorical question. The answer? Grown-up ice cream, spiked with wine, beer, and spirits. As the summer heat cranks to high, head to one of these regional ice cream spots for a shot of cool, creamy delight. Cayuga Lake Creamery Interlaken, New…
From smart grills to high-tech camping toys, these gadgets are designed for dads who get after it outside.
Architectural firm Bureau Bernaskoni went against the grain when it designed this no-frills Russian getaway.
The winners of the $10,000 Outside Adventure Grant have set off on a journey of a lifetime—a 2500-mile hitching odyssey across China on the ancient Silk Road.
A year and a half after the famous ship went down during Hurricane Sandy, the U.S. Coast Guard releases its official report into the sinking of the tall ship Bounty.
Activists have brought down five proposed dam projects on two Patagonian rivers. What does this mean for one of the world's wildest and most iconic regions?
While big corporations face pressure to post ingredients
On March 28th, 2014, the Morelos Dam on the Arizona/Mexico border was opened, and a "pulse flow" released—an experiment in ecological restoration. It worked: For the first time in 16 years, the Colorado River ran free all the way to the Sea of Cortez. Intending to paddle the river to its natural terminus, writer Rowan Jacobsen and photographer Pete McBride assembled a crew they dubbed "Team Delta Force." Their goal was to complete the first ever standup paddleboard (SUP) descent of the Colorado. This gallery highlights their historic journey, and you can read about the entire journey in Outside's July issue.
This may not be the answer you’re looking for, but it’s the truth: The most effective way to get back into shape (and stay that way) isn’t by just doing one magic move over and over. The good news? You may not have to work out more than or…
There’s no better way to enjoy Father’s Day than to disavow parenthood for a couple of days by dumping the kids with the grandparents and escaping for a romantic weekend. The secluded getaways below are high on adventure, but low on anything child-related—because kids aren’t allowed. The big drawback…
Kitting up for your next marathon? Don't forget to bring these basics.
Who doesn’t want a grown-up, powder-slaying tricycle?
The world's oldest fermented beverage is back, and some creative brewers are making the modern version downright chalice-worthy
Seven men want to share a few thousand pieces of gear with the world. And they need your help.
Violators face $70,000 fines, confiscation of animals
To best appreciate the fruit of the vine, you have to go to the source. And if the source happens to be the eastern foothills of the Andes in Mendoza, Argentina, all the better. This high-altitude terroir produces rich flavors, but the environs are also ripe for exploration by bike,…
The multisport athlete wins at the GoPro Mountain Games for the eighth consecutive year
When Matthew Inman shared his running motivation with the Internet, the creator of popular webcomic The Oatmeal started a fitness sensation.
Why Clint Dempsey is the perfect player to shoulder Team USA's daunting World Cup campaign
A quasi-legal, father-son mission to train-hop through the changing American West
On a sprawling farm in Vermont, Spartan Race founder Joe De Sena runs a business and a fitness crusade. He'll train anyone who shows up, with one major caveat: You must submit to his every cruel and unusual whim.
Or is this $280,000 splurge the ultimate off-road rolling home?
Nearly unlimited transit and trail data is coming to an app near you. And whether you're seeking singletrack or chasing a commuter train, that's a very big deal.
How a dedicated group of denim and apparel companies are ushering in a new age of American craftsmanship
It's been more than 50 years since the Colorado River regularly reached the sea. But this spring, the U.S. and Mexico let the water storm through its natural delta for a grand experiment in ecological restoration. As the dam gates opened, a small band of river rats caught a once-in-a-lifetime ride.
National parks are America's greatest recreational asset. Now an overdue movement will make them even better.
Stoners take hits, marijuana sales do the opposite
Makes the world a friendlier place, one hormone spritz at a time
Blue Chalk Media worked closely with National Geographic photographer and North Face athlete, Cory Richards, to capture what makes Richards one the premier talents in the adventure world. We’ve all likely seen one of Richard’s images before, but this video highlights a lifelong pursuit that makes each…
A behind the scenes look at the cover shoot for the July issue of Outside. Just in time for World Cup soccer season, photographer Dylan Coulter turned the camera on Team USA’s Captain, Clint Dempsey. …
A look at the 2014 Colorado River Pulse Flow, and the first crossing of the Colorado River Delta via watercraft in over two decades. It’s been more than 50 years since the river regularly reached the sea, but this year dam gates were opened for an experiement in ecological restoration.
A behind the scenes look at the 2014 GoPro Mountain Games. …
In a desperate measure to burn surfeit calories, men and women have rushed to stuff their jiggly bits into resistance pants. But can clothing really make a workout any better?
A story about an American icon, environmental displacement, and slob behavior by the human race
Australia's Greater Blue Mountains offer an unforgettable view just four hours from Sydney
It used to be that people would go on vacation to relax, drink cocktails from coconut shells, and sit by the beach with a trashy paperback. But more and more now, people are shelling out big bucks to travel to posh resorts and get their butts kicked exercising…
