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12 testers road-tripped over 8,200 miles with 45 car camping accessories in their trunks. These ten survived the long haul.
Nine kids trashed 38 pieces of gear. These 5 survived the season.
We hiked, ran, skied, and climbed through the night to find the best illumination of the year
Our team of testers vetted 37 cooking gadgets. These five are worthy of your precious trunk space.
Seven test dogs tried 42 pieces of gear. These ones came out on top.
15 testers tried 17 blades. These ones are a cut above.
13 tents went out into the wild. Only 7 made it back out.
Our team of testers vetted 20 new rucksacks. These ones came out on top.
If you've been held back from doing something that excites or intrigues you, read on
Tip Top’s canned cocktails are in a league of their own (and tailor made for your next camping trip)
You don’t need to tote a frying pan into the backcountry to make a pancake breakfast. All you need is a canister stove with a pot, two or three ingredients, and a metal mug.
Why be stuck behind the masses at popular parks when you can wander some of the nation’s best with barely a soul in sight?
The unique design deploys in seconds and doesn’t require poles or guy wires, making it one of my most-used pieces of overland gear
Here’s how to get your campfire’s flames fine-tuned for outdoor cooking
We’ve got classic vanilla, cookies ‘n cream filled, and so much s’more
A half-hour ramble to a local campsite may not be your idea of an epic backpacking adventure. But it might just give you a new perspective on what’s important in a hike.
For outdoor excursions big and small, here’s everything you need to be more than ready
High-altitude baking is one part science and one part feel
The outdoors are for everyone. Here’s our best advice on how and where to go camping, hiking, and backpacking if you’re just getting started.
Get better Zs with this advice from two seasoned sleep experts
Ten situations where my powerful pocket flashlight has been just what I needed
Imagine what this means for your outdoor adventures
We destroyed packs from three different price points to help you decide which one to buy
Havasu Falls is reopening to visitors after a three-year closure, with limited visits ahead of a full reopening next year. Now’s the time to be thinking about a permit, lodging, and getting in shape for the hike to this beautiful place on the Havasupai Reservation.
Emily Pennington wanted to see it all. But life on the road was fiercer than she ever imagined.
The Happier Camper HC1 Studio isn't just pretty
After two years of testing, our writer says the Colorado Teardrops Summit Pinnacle gets the job done and more
Thousands of acres in California’s Sierra National Forest have been proposed as a national monument. Many argue that the protection is crucial for wildlife, the environment, and wilderness recreation. But it will face stiff opposition.
After enduring a wet, cold hunting trip, I’m going to make a versatile, ultra-lightweight shelter an essential piece of my backpacking kit
Escaping the craziness of the season to head into the wild can sound amazing—right up until that overnight snowstorm crushes your tent.
Highlights from the first-ever Outside Gear Summit
Reusable canisters power our backyard grill, so why not our car-camping stove?
Biden commits to protecting 450,000 acres in Nevada known as Avi Kwa Ame, sacred to Indigenous inhabitants. The designation would preserve Native culture, rare birds, dark skies, and endless outdoor adventure for generations.
Say hello to versatility, portability, and innovation with MPOWERD’s newest and brightest products
We asked camping and beverage expert Andy Austin for all the tips and tricks so campers everywhere can easily whip up hot drinks to sip on while camping in cold weather.
Snooze through the coldest nights with these tips
Late fall turned out some inclement weather for our first-ever Gear Summit—but that just meant good conditions for testing products from 28 brands
From crabbing and surfing the iconic coast to hiking and biking the redwood-covered hills, the San Francisco Bay Area enclave of Marin County is an awesome destination for recreationists and foodies year-round. Here’s how to do it right.
Baking your desserts and breads outdoors is not as intimidating as it sounds
The CRKT Chogan Hammer makes quick work of campfire wood and tent stakes
Plus, a recipe for a warming soup to carry along with you
This flavorful and healthy vegetarian soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly days
This dish from Outside cover stars Bill, Judy, Sarah, and Kaitlin Leung can easily be made over a campfire using a grill grate and cast-iron skillet
Shenandoah National Park has unveiled Shencamp, a text message-based update to help campers locate vacant campsites
Hours of testing, tasting, and innovating goes into these freeze-dried pouches
It’s possible to visit the stunning Hawaiian island even if you’re on a budget, especially if you’re willing to get adventurous
Mix up these refreshing drinks this fall and winter
These shelters will keep you warm and dry—no matter the weather
This four-season, ultralight truck camper is designed to go anywhere, anytime
From temperate rainforests to miles of coastline; from waterfalls and lakes to hiking, backpacking, and camping; from boating to skiing to glacier travel and mountaineering—Olympic has astonishing variety.
I’ll level with you, dear reader: while I don’t trust gear reviews that don’t name at least a few cons, the only con here is the hefty price
One man’s lifelong quest for camp comfort
This trendy food also makes a great trail snack or meal
Whether you’re in need of a quick snack or an on-the-go meal, you deserve a bar that's both fulfilling and tasty
You don’t have to have a fancy rig or expensive gear to build the perfect camping truck. The system I set up in my 1998 Toyota Tacoma is more than fine.
Packed with nutrients and flavor, mushrooms are trendy for a reason. We’ve rounded up the best snacks and meals for your next adventure.
From the delicious, to the palatable, to the borderline inedible
It’s so dorky to admit you want to look hot, and even more embarrassing to admit that you want to look cool, while sleeping on the ground or hauling your sweaty body up the side of a mountain. Guilty as charged.
Outside visits every state in the U.S. to find the best parks—national or state—in every region. What park made the cut in your state?
What’s a traveler’s responsibility when a once quiet destination gentrifies?
We’ve collected tales about curious mountain lions, amorous warthogs, hardworking beavers, and more from our adventures in the wild
Grand Canyon National Park has some of the best views in the United States. Here’s how to make the most out of a visit, whether its hiking, boating, biking, camping, or so much more.
Trying to wrap your head around the depth of the rapidly expanding pit in South America? We’ve broken it down in terms our readers understand—like fly rods, climbing ropes, and breakfast burritos.