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We’ve evolved beyond croquet and badminton, and it’s time to start acting like it
Mood light, spotlight, emergency light—all in one adventure-ready box
Because camping's more fun when it's multi-story and suspended in mid-air
Freshly-ground drip coffee in one backpacking-friendly mug
Using loaner equipment isn’t the risky game it once was
Packing a lighter camp kitchen never looked so cool
Nothing more than a zipper and some mesh separate you from the dreamy, maritime air if you set up camp on these seven beaches
Experiencing setbacks in the great outdoors will bring out your inner MacGyver. Make sure he has an idea of what you’ll be up against.
We can't all afford vanlife. But we can rent it.
After a day in the woods, you deserve a place to sit comfortably.
Smell like the great outdoors, no matter where you are.
A new documentary from National Geographic chronicles a British man's cross-country march from L.A. to D.C. to appeal his visa ban at the Russian Embassy and hopefully continue his hike across the world.
This brew lovers’ dream camping trip lets you sip high-quality suds deep in the California wilderness
You’re deep into a long hike and the clouds start rolling in. This is how you interpret the signs—all on your own.
Get a jump on the crowds. Explore our favorite hidden corners, empty spaces, and wild places in ten iconic National Parks
If you want a true survival tool, look elsewhere. These are the best knives for everyday use, whether you’re backpacking the Pacific Crest Trail or car camping with the family.
The perfect gift for the love child of Ranger Rick and Bob the Builder is a set of National Park–themed Legos
Why is the roof of the world covered in our shit? Lots of reasons, but it might come down to common laziness.
Where to camp, how to navigate—and how not to get stuck
Don’t just throw money at the problem. Master layering—yes, even for summer!—and the outdoors will never be the same.
A new effort to add removable solar power panels to hard goods may finally make the tech indispensable for the outdoor set.
Because a world without internal-frame backpacks, bike derailleurs, and wetsuits would be a darker place
The weirdest teardrop trailer we've ever seen
Every stove claims it's the fastest. We pitted them head-to-head in a winner-takes-all boil-off.
Unleash your inner Norse god while driving one of these scenic winter routes.
The pro traveler needs cutting-edge survival gear as he explorers the farthest reaches of the planet. And his favorite place to play might surprise you. (Hint: It’s in the Midwest.)
Sometimes, technology can actually help you get off the grid.
Cheryl Strayed started out on the legendary 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail with no backpacking experience, too-small boots, and a massive pack she nicknamed Monster. She learned a thing or two about gear on that 93-day trek (REI’s return policy saved her on one occasion), and she writes about some of…
When you have only the weekend to get outside and play, it helps to have an adventure-ready daypack prepacked and ready to go. Think of it as your bug-out bag, but instead of fleeing an impending apocalypse, you’re escaping from the tedium of your workweek. So whether you’re going…
We put it through the ultimate test—including dragging it behind a car
Ditching gas from the chainsaw equation never felt so good
We combed through the coolest products at Outdoor Retailer 2014 to bring you these six items—all of which cost $35 or less.
A 22-room mobile home designed to tackle the planet’s toughest roads.
A top-tier down sleeping bag that handles rain for only $230?!? We’ll take it!
We've got the Vanagon packed, but where and how should we unload it for a picture-perfect base camp?
The Eddie Bauer First Ascent Sorcerer goes from hauler to super-long hauler and can also be stripped down to a day-mission sack. Call it magic.
This basic backcountry survival skill is difficult to master—but could save your life if you get it right.
Staying dry doesn’t have to mean looking like you’re on a mountaineering expedition. Case in point, the waxed-canvas Fjallraven Abisko.
The best part of waking up? The savory smell of bacon coming from your, uh, iPhone.
There’s good reason for the shocking $700 price tag: comfortable in temps from 55 degrees down to 5 degrees and able to fend off moisture, it’s the only bag you’ll need year-round.
Welcome to Alex Honnold's van. The American rock climber may be best known for his free solo ascents of killer walls, but we think his badass mobile home also deserves some attention.
Grab your bell-bottoms and get ready for a party in the backcountry.
You'll need a scenic location, some motivation, and a lot of imagination. Oh yeah, there's also the money.
Charge up in the backcountry using only water and heat.
Suddenly your indoor trainer rides got a helluva lot more interesting.
The roomiest, sturdiest, and most stylish hanging nests of the year
Rediscover the open road with one of these four innovative campers.
Who says you can’t build a cabin out of glass?
Planning to ride your bike across the country? Leave the traditional tent at home.
Yes, it's possible to abandon the stakes, poles, and fly. Tuck into these alternatives next time you need some shut-eye outdoors.
There's a new brand in town. Does its dehydrated food stack up to—or shrivel before—its rivals?
Wouldn’t it be nice to bring the serenity of nature into your home? Well, you can—if you’re ready to tear down some walls.
With a little help from Make-A-Wish, Yosemite’s first honorary park ranger earns his keep and proves his strength
