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By focusing on breathability, Polartec Alpha works when you’re moving, too
From troubleshooting an active engine light to naming that mountain in the distance, download these tools for a fun, stress-free road trip
The clock is winding down. Don't dwell on summer's missed opportunities—make new ones.
Forget about the booked-months-in-advance sites inside the parks. These nearby campgrounds guarantee availability, quiet, and solitude.
Never taken your pup out overnight? Wes Siler has some tips and tricks that will make the experience a little easier.
Overwhelmed by crowds of people sleeping in their vans and trucks, outdoor dream towns are taking actions that could end a way of life
You can take it with you—if you put it in a flask. This guide to flask cocktails shows you how.
Keep your gear compact and safe with these handy haulers
To date, Hipcamp has raised over $41 million in funding, making it the largest online camping marketplace
When a father of two was shot through his tent in the Southern California park last year, the murder revealed a mysterious trail of previously unpublicized incidents that had happened nearby—and sparked a $90 million lawsuit.
Patricia McNeal biked across America five years after surviving a stroke. And she's going to do it again.
Simple, reliable, and affordable: the age of practical solar power for your adventuremobile has arrived
The leaders who have grown it into a nationwide organization talk about where they aim to take it next
Plus, tips on how to avoid said masses
As Wyn Wiley, the creator of the drag-queen Instagram star, explains, it all started when he grabbed some six-inch heels buried in his closet and decided to take a risk
What happened when one writer looked beyond the open road, the staged snapshots, and the hashtag
An ideal quilt for summer and fall in the Mountain West
Tips from the pros about the importance of communication, being prepared for a breakdown, and taking it slow
The Classic Give'r gloves have been our gear editor Jeremy Rellosa's most used, versatile, and durable cold-weather work gloves
The best ones hit all the notes of lightweight, portability, and (relative) durability
Living out of your car doesn’t mean you need to rough it. Here’s the gear worth splurging on to up your glamping game.
A guide to ruling the galley on your next weekend out
Versatility that plays nice in small spaces
Trading spoons for cams, one set of newlyweds now has everything it needs to explore together
Everything you need to know to sleep comfortably when it's cold out
Together, Outside and Cairn have expertly curated three limited-release collections for travel, fitness, and water pursuits
The biggest sale of the year is happening now through July 16 on Amazon
The online store will award $500 to three finalists between the ages of 13 and 23—a total of 12 over the next year
Together, Outside and Cairn have expertly curated three limited-release gear boxes, for travel, fitness, and water pursuits
Stunning swimming holes, lakes, and pools to dunk into as temps heat up
You know that special feeling when you meet a stranger during an adventure, form a bond, vow to keep in touch—and then the whole thing fizzles out? Don’t feel alone. As Chuck Thompson explains, firefly relationships are an outdoor rite of passage, and in their own strange way, they’re magic.
Need to carry a bike, board, or just some firewood? Here's how.
These nine essentials make camp life easier, all under $100
Brianna and Keith Madia cook a mean skillet meal from their home sweet home—a van named Bertha
Stasher's Reusable Silicone Sandwich Bag should replace your supply of Ziplocs
If you want extreme luxury while car camping, GCI's FirePit Rocker is just the seat in which to rest your rear
For the trail's most venerable volunteer group, retirement means hauling heavy equipment and sleeping outside for days on end
You want something that's powerful enough to keep you and your gear clean
At the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market last week, these five products costing less than $50 caught our eye with their affordable capability
The Montana Treehouse Retreat has not one but two spiral staircases that lift you up into the treetops
New two-person sleep systems are lighter, plusher, and more affordable
Including an easy-to-set-up tent, an ultralight camp chair, and a sleeping bag made almost completely from recycled materials
The tastiest nutrient-dense options for backpackers on a budget
Our editors regale us with their favorite memories of dad outside
We pulled together a few of our favorite places to camp—some developed campgrounds, some not—alongside America’s most stunning rivers
The best way to deal with the wild winter's lingering snowpack
From fruity sours to lagers that don't bore you to tears, we've got your must-drink list
From the Canadian Kootenay Rockies to Southwest hot springs, we found the most scenic stretches of road for epic summer adventures
Because, really, what's not to love about someone providing a luxe tent for you in these awesome locations?
Mary Davison didn't catch the thru-hiking bug until she was 60. Since then, she's completed the Appalachian, Continental Divide, and Pacific Crest trails, and is now adding the 6,800-mile American Discovery Trail to her list.
Packing—or even sleeping in—your small station wagon requires extra planning. Here are our favorite tricks for taking your Subie on long trips.
A moderately unhinged but entirely reasonable rant about how we define the value of outdoor gear
Bring less than you think you'll need, and put it back where you found it
Or: How to live in a vehicle long-term with your significant other
What to do if one of these bloodsuckers finds its way onto you or your dog
The ins and outs of overnighting in the actual wilderness
We cover the necessities, plus a few extras and friendly pointers
OnX Offroad opens up 985 million acres of public land with off-grid navigation
Make your camping French press obsolete with these surprisingly good instant mixes
Getting outside on your period can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be
Sometimes, able-bodied partners need to be sat down
Outside editor Emily Reed went to Walmart and bought a full camping kit to spend a night under the stars. Here's how it performed.
How to take full advantage of your 640 million acres
Here's a guarantee: if you show up to Overland Expo West, you'll of course see some incredible Jeeps and Toyota Tacomas. But the real way to take in this annual gathering in Flagstaff, Arizona, is to walk past the cliché Sprinter van build-outs and keep your eyes peeled for the trucks, vans, and other four-wheel-drive campers that are one of a kind. We spent all weekend tracking down some of these gems.
How you organize your gear is just as important as the gear you take
At 1.1 million acres, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is one of the largest and most popular backcountry destinations in the U.S. and a longtime proving ground for adventurers. But now the region is facing the threat of sulfide-ore copper mining. Stephanie Pearson paddles into the wild.
There’s no painful mortgage, but a few key factors should guide your decision when shopping for a tent
Who says summer camp is just for kids? We rounded up seven escapes made for grown-ups (and a few for their families), plus seven more to entertain the kids while the adults are at play.