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The movers and shakers inspiring positive change in the outdoors

The route patches together portions of five other thru-hikes and includes sections of trail-less meandering through the Sonoran and Mojave deserts. It's no wonder that only one person has ever completed it—yet.

Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke will offer up nearly 4 million acres of public lands for lease this year, much of it for dirt cheap

There are 128 National Scenic Byways across the country. Here are five of our favorites.

From day trips to five-month treks, hiking is more popular than ever. But as the old standbys become more congested each year, there’s a new crop of trails waiting to be explored. Here are ten of our favorites, plus fresh finds for bikers, paddlers, and equestrians.

Golf courses! Water parks! Man-made lakes! If Utah has its way, the retiree oasis of St. George will explode with growth, turning red rock to bluegrass and slaking its thirst with a new billion-dollar pipeline from the Colorado River.

Amid a frenzied conversation over shrinking public lands, Native Americans run hundreds of miles to honor—and take back—the land that's sacred to them

It's not just for the views

A new study polled western voters' views on the interior secretary, Trump's public lands agenda, and downsizing Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante

About 200 people were evacuated by ATV and helicopter last week from a campground near the iconic falls

Seven lovely destinations, from Florida to Arizona

Holly "Cargo" Harrison survived a heart attack and a grizzly bear attack and now holds one of the most substantial FKTs ever

HBO's sci-fi western takes place in some of TV's most epic filming locations, from California's Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park to the Coral Pink Sand Dunes of Utah

They're comfy, look good, and will last a decade. But we bet you knew all that already.

He reversed an Obama-era order that raised hourly pay to $10.10, but few in the guiding industry—including guides—are complaining

And we better get used to it

Before her death last November, Katie Lee spent half a century working to restore Glen Canyon, a lost place that was even more astounding than Grand Canyon

New Mexico's Bandelier National Monument holds clues to what may happen to forests affected by massive fires

Find out how your state stacks up

A minute-by-minute account my attempt to run across the Grand Canyon—twice

A new Outdoor Industry Association report details outdoor rec spending by congressional district. Lawmakers should take note.

Kaitlyn Boyle smashed the women's record for the AZT300, while Kurt Refsnider reclaimed the record for the 760-mile AZTR

Like many beautiful, accessible natural attractions, Arizona's Horseshoe Bend has become too popular for its own good. Is it too late to protect it from hordes of Instagram obsessives?

That fact was made painfully clear Sunday night when an autonomous Volvo XC90 hit and killed a woman who was walking her bike across the street in Tempe, Arizona

From landscape filmmaker Jay Worsley, Ethos features some incredible drone footage from Arizona, California, and Oregon.

From better casings and increased sidewall protection to varied compounds for better grip and new sizes, rubber for the road and the trail is improving

Five reasons our bike editor loves the Arizona city, from its rocky trails to its warm weather to its great beer

Arizona's Mt. Graham was always there to climb. We just had to stop and do it.

Remote, empty spots to pitch your tent in peace this summer

In back-to-back days, Michaela Kiersch and Paige Claassen secured the first and second female ascents of Necessary Evil, a 5.14c in Arizona

The Alaska senator is gambling with America's most pristine lands—and winning

Companies focused on resource extraction now have access to huge chunks of the former national monument

A new poll of eight Western states reveals that most people are actually on the same page about public lands, renewable energy, and the importance of outdoor recreation

In Arizona, the Verde River was running dry, so Kim Schonek devised a plan to save it with the help of everyone's favorite malted beverage.

A semi-detailed list of everything we know (and we still have plenty of questions) about possible public land closures starting tomorrow if the lights go out for the feds

From filmmaker Pete Mcbride, Dust in the Blood chronicles McBride’s attempt to thru-hike the Grand Canyon with writer Kevin Fedarko.

For mountain bikers Scott Countryman and Alex Pavon, the incredible network of mountain bike trails and broad community of fellow riders are the reasons they're proud to call Flagstaff home.

Who cares how you funded your nice van or thru-hike? What matters is that you're spending time outside.

The Story of Place from The Grand Canyon Trust follows filmmaker Ace Kvale, writer Craig Childs, and Zuni tribe member Jim Enote. They’re on a journey to help elucidate this region’s cultural significance in order to protect it from resource extraction. 

We know a thing or two about the Southwest—our offices are located in Santa Fe, after all. So trust us when we say that these radar-ducking adventures are full of hidden rivers and otherworldly canyons. Just don’t pass it on.

How the ultrarunner chows down in his hometown

One of the more time-consuming challenges of public-land Airstreaming? Locating good sites. This app helps.

In this excerpt from Annette McGivney's book 'Pure Land,' the author investigates the brutal killing of a Japanese tourist—and things get complicated.

The activist, singer, and writer died at her home in Arizona

What started as a scratch team playing an alternative sport has become a rallying point for a community in Chinle, Arizona

On a seven-day road trip through Arizona, filmmakers World Else explored many of Arizona's natural wonders.

From the mundane (check the water in your batteries) to the brash (sell your home)

Go ride a bike in one of these five up-and-coming singletrack meccas

Wandering the Sonoran Desert in search of the chiltepin—the ancestor to domesticated chile peppers—with MacArthur genius Gary Paul Nabhan

You'll thank us in a few months

James Coleman is snapping up small ski areas in Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico. As warming temperatures shorten the winter season and the West contends with drought, we had to ask: Why?

We love this town for its world-class trails, but it also caters to those who like to pedal in many other ways

Trained collectors are trekking into remote parts of the Southwest in hopes of discovering hardy new hops that can withstand warming temperatures

Meet Susan and her pup Karma, who’s mutual need for exercise brought them together.

Unplug from the grid here

A proposal championed by Senator John McCain would essentially erase one of the country’s best bouldering spots

The pro club is home to some of the country's best runners. Head coach Ben Rosario talks shop leading up to the Olympic Trials.

Jeremy Collins is something of a dirtbag Renaissance man. He’s put up bold first ascents in his home crag, northern Arkansas’ Sam’s Throne.

And you thought trail runners got all the good views.

In burgs recognized for an abundance of adventure, these are the winning places that will set you up for everything

You’ll recognize at least a few of the names on American Rivers’ annual Endangered Rivers list—but what will you do to ensure they remain pristine?

In his debut novel, John Vaillant delivers a terrifying border tale

Do cell phones, satellite messengers, and personal locator beacons create more false alarms in the backcountry?

One man and his canine pal cover 13,000 miles in 32 states to discover just how strong our relationship is with man's best friend.

An architectural oasis in the Arizona desert.

Most CrossFit affiliates across the country welcome out-of-towners who want to take part in the workout of the day—or WOD—making any vacation into a possible CrossFit vacation. But if you’re looking for a trip that specifically caters to people who like to spend their free time doing burpees, snatches, ring…

Long stretches of open road through some of the most beautiful areas of the country, peppered with wildlife sightings, adventurous detours, and good brews—it's so much more than getting from Point A to Point B.

These oases of relaxation, adventure, mindful eating, and awe-inspiring views are going to be very popular once it's safe travel again. Until then, we can dream.

Start in the Grand Canyon and wander up to Moab, Utah, with some moonlit camping and excellent mountain biking along the way.

What’s better than ice cream? It’s not a purely rhetorical question. The answer? Grown-up ice cream, spiked with wine, beer, and spirits. As the summer heat cranks to high, head to one of these regional ice cream spots for a shot of cool, creamy delight. Cayuga Lake Creamery Interlaken, New…

Conquer the canyon with this handy guide

Those who continue to fixate on cheaters and unfairly accuse innocent riders are missing the point of cycling.

In promoting pro mountain biker Rebecca Rusch’s record run on the Kokopelli, Red Bull is undermining their athlete’s accomplishment.

It’s not yet known how the UCI will proceed with its regulation on unsanctioned races. But many in the mountain biking world sound prepared for a division.

After three years, Aaron Gulley finally made good on his obsession with one of the harshest, self-supported mountain bike races in the West.

Desertification is out of control, but there may be a way to stop it

Winter is great, except when you’re holed up with no sun all day. Take your weekends back with one of these fresh, easy adventures.

If you plan to get out in an inflatable this season, you’re probably going to have a great time regardless of what body of water you’re cruising. But if you’re looking for the biggest thrills and the most excitement, consider this your go-to list.

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The best bays, breaks, lakes, and rivers for learning the world’s fastest growing paddle sport