14 Hikes Near San Jose With Stunning South Bay Views
San Jose is known as the heart of Silicon Valley, but it’s also home to some of the best hikes in the entire Bay Area.
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18 Exhilarating Things To Do At Lake Tahoe
The thing is, Lake Tahoe is a fun place to visit any time of year.
Beantown Trails: 15 Of The Best Hikes Near Boston
Boston stands as the beating heart of New England, and the city’s surrounding landscapes have inspired some of America’s most profound poetry.
Camp Idyllwild: The Best Campgrounds Near Mount San Jacinto
Mount San Jacinto is the idyllic weekend getaway destination for the Greater Los Angeles Area.
Hike Through History on These Stretches of The Oregon Trail
The Oregon Trail is more than a simple hike — it's a journey through time.
Coastal Camping: The Best Campgrounds on the Oregon Coast
The Oregon coast is where the forest meets the sea. Who wouldn't want to camp here?
The Best Camping in Willamette National Forest
Willamette National Forest lies at the heart of Oregon’s Cascade Range and contains over 1,500 unique campsites.
14 Jaw Dropping Hikes in Mount Rainier National Park
Rainier provides a wealth of outdoor experiences unmatched anywhere else in the Pacific Northwest.
Timberline Trails: 12 Breathtaking Hikes at Mount Hood
As the highest peak in Oregon, Mount Hood stands tall as the state’s geographic symbol of outdoor adventure.
Review: Black Diamond Storm Headlamp
As the name implies, the Storm is built to weather anything Mother Nature throws your way on the trail.
Review: Jetboil MiniMo Cooking System
This all-in-one outdoor stove kit has everything necessary to cook and prepare a hot tent-side meal, minus the food and water, of course — that’s on you.
Sin Fuego: The Benefits of Backpacking Without a Stove
Backpacking without a stove is the easiest, leanest, and safest way to wander the wilderness.
10 Best Men’s Hiking Underwear of 2019
Find the best hiking and backpacking underwear options for men, including one brand the author hiked in for 3,000 miles.
The Top 5 Pacific Crest Trail Section Hikes in Oregon and Washington
Here's some of the best sections to tackle first if you're looking to traverse the Pacific Crest Trail one piece at a time.
Jacket Battle: Patagonia Nano Puff vs Micro Puff
Is Patagonia's Micro Puff or Nano Puff the best option for you? Let's find out.
Town to Trailhead: The Ultimate Adventure Vehicle Guide for Hikers & Backpackers
Embarking upon the road toward your next adventure can be as exciting as the trail itself.
Get Wet: The Ultimate Guide to Camping in the Rain
This might sound kind of crazy, but camping in the rain is more fun than you think.
40+ Backpacking and Camping Foods That Don’t Require Refrigeration
In a juxtaposed world of extreme survival reality TV shows…
Forest Walks: 8 Family-Friendly Hikes in Olympic National Park
Some areas of Olympic National Park are only accessible by daring backpackers and mountain climbers, but much of it, including many of the park’s most scenic and enchanting areas, are accessible to the entire family.
15+ Must-See Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls
The Columbia River Gorge is home to a myriad of breathtaking waterfalls plunging from vertical basalt cliffs which rise high above the roadtrip-worthy Columbia River Highway.
Budget Hiker: Your Guide to Cheap Backpacking Gear
Backpacking can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. Cheap backpacking gear options are prevalent throughout outdoor outfitter stores — you just have to know what to look for.
5 Spectacular Backpacking Destinations in Colorado
There's no shortage of backpacking options in Colorado. Here are 5 of our favorite options.
Walk Tall: The Best Trekking Poles and Hiking Staffs
If you could have four legs when you're on the trail, wouldn't you? That's why trekking poles are essential tools for hikers and backpackers.
Ultimate Guide to the Best Camping Near Bend, Oregon
Tent or RV, you’re in for some amazing camping outside of Bend. Here's a look at our favorite camping digs in the area.
Soak & Chill: 11 Most Relaxing Oregon Hot Springs
Oregon's hot springs can be found wedged between volcanic mountains, as remote desert oases, or conveniently located right after the next highway off-ramp.