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Mogollon Monster

Mogollon Monster

If you’re looking for a beautiful sunset, go to the Mogollon Rim in Arizona.  They call it the Rim because that’s what it is: the rim of the giant Colorado plat...
Runners sitting on a trail eating snacks

The Grocery Store Aid Station

Editor’s note: Please consult the CDC or your state health department for information related to the COVID-19 pandemic. When spending time outdoors, please recr...
Illustration of the creature at owl creek with text overlay that says Camp Monsters and Creature at Owl Creek

Creature at Owl Creek

You've probably heard the fairy tale about the troll under the bridge, but have you heard of the creature at Owl Creek? This monster is rumored to haunt an aban...
sleeping bag sleeper

Staff Picks: The Best Sleeping Bags

Editor’s note: This article was published in 2020. As a result, some of the products might be out of stock when you read this gear guide. We are in the process ...
Gear I Hold Dear: My Compass

Gear I Hold Dear: My Compass

In 1992, I became plus-or-minus the 30th person to thru-hike the Colorado Trail. Though today the 485-mile trail is signed, marked, mapped and waypointed well e...