All Uncommon Path Posts

Hikers in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Best National Park Road Trips

Our national parks offer an unparalleled opportunity to explore extraordinary places, discover stories of history and culture, and help out. We’ve created a few...
Hikers on a trail

In Praise of Taking the Long Way

A version of this story appeared in the summer 2020 issue of Uncommon Path.  When I lived in Los Angeles, I developed the habit of exploring the city by foll...
Singer-songwriter Connie Lim

This Land Is MILCK’s Land

A version of this story appeared in the summer 2020 issue of Uncommon Path.  Singer-songwriter Connie Lim, who performs as MILCK, became a leader of the Wome...
White Sands National Park

Photo Essay: Greetings from America

A version of this story appeared in the summer 2020 issue of Uncommon Path.  Using memories from her childhood summer road trips as a narrative spine, photog...
The National Parks’ New Normal

The National Parks’ New Normal

Editor’s note: Check our store locator to see the current status of your local REI. (More on our reopening approach.) Visit this FAQ for current details about o...