Best Hiking Near Birmingham Kristen Arendt|September 26, 2019 Check out these trails to discover the best hiking near the Magic City.
El Capitan in 40 Billion Pixels Hayden Carpenter|September 24, 2019 How one of the world’s largest photos is changing the way we climb Yosemite’s iconic big wall.
5 Favorite Trail Runs Inside National Parks Zoë Rom|September 23, 2019 Love national parks but despise the crowds? Try trail running, where you can escape the overflowing viewpoints and visitors’ centers to go deep into some of America’s most spectacular landscapes.
Best Hikes in Joshua Tree National Park Liz Dengler|September 23, 2019 Whether you’re looking for a peak to summit, a hike to a shady desert oasis or a mellow and educational stroll, Joshua Tree National Park has it all.
What a Changing Climate Means for Climbers on Mount Rainier Hilary Oliver|September 18, 2019 With receding glaciers and changing ice pack on Mount Rainier, the climbing is changing, too. Experts weigh in on what climbers can expect in the future.
Uncommon Challenge: Go Backpacking Out Your Front Door Aer Parris|September 17, 2019 As long as you’re carrying your belongings on your back, does it matter where you go? Our writer heads out for a long walk without leaving Seattle to find out.
Best 14ers in Colorado Jen Murphy|September 16, 2019 In Colorado, hiking 14ers isn’t simply a weekend endeavor, it’s a rite of passage. Here are11 of our favorites to get you started.
Quiz: Can You Guess the Meaning of These Bizarrely Specific Outdoor Words? Aer Parris|September 13, 2019 Even we had to look some of these up. And no, your classic dictionary won't help you with definitions for many of these. Good luck!
Easy Seat Aer Parris|September 12, 2019 What’s lighter, a pound of feathers or a revolutionary camp chair?
Recharging His Battery Kade Krichko|September 12, 2019 In 2015, Walton Brush was diagnosed with a form of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). Here's how an e-bike is helping him return to the sport that he loves.
Debate Continues on Funding Parks During Government Shutdowns Mike Faulk|September 12, 2019 Federal watchdog finds Trump administration broke the law when it diverted recreation funds.
In Tennessee, Teenagers Are Taking On Trail Maintenance Jenni Gritters|September 11, 2019 The story behind how four high schoolers formed a first-ever work crew comprised entirely of women to tackle backlogged projects in Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park this summer.
