If you are thinking of taking a summer backpacking trip, now is the time to start planning. Regardless of the number of people embarking on the trip, not only will you need to pick that perfect ...

Summer is here. In the southern Appalachian Mountains, that means triple-digit temperatures, humidity that does crazy things to my hair, and the constant search for cool swimming holes to battle the ...

Summertime is prime hiking season in upstate New York. The trails are lush, the views are expansive and longer days give you more time to explore. But heat and humidity also bring their own set of ...

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It was quiet at the trailhead, parking spots mostly empty as the sun had set hours ago. Stars out, wind gusting. Now and then, a pair of headlights would sweep across the lot from a lonely car winding ...

The best backpacking sleeping pads aren’t just lightweight and portable to keep your pack weight down. They’re comfortable, too. Between hauling gear and trekking up different terrains, you need a ...

It's nearly summer in California: high-elevation trails are almost entirely clear of snow, last-minute cancellation hiking permits are being released on Recreation.gov daily, and overnight camping isn ...