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Gates of the Arctic in northern Alaska is one of the last truly wild national parks. There are no roads or trails, and the park boasts the stunning Brooks Range, six wild and scenic rivers, and gets fewer than 3,000 visitors a year. Our 62 Parks columnist was awestruck by her 39th stop on her quest to visit every national park in the U.S.

From a long-distance thru-hike to exploring an urban park in your backyard, here's everything you need to know

Thanks to these boots, hiking went from painful to pure bliss

Chickfly’s innovative zipperless fly makes for pee freedom

An exceedingly unuseful guide

We’ll be combing the site for the steepest discounts, so you don’t have to

Save on hiking and camping equipment with Amazon’s biggest sale of the year

Which backpack is right for you? Wes Siler is here to explain how they work.

All the essentials for crushing long days on the trail

Why reaching outdoor nirvana means journeying far from the beaten path

Having a disability and staging epic adventures can go hand in hand. You just have to be willing to ask for a little help.

We asked movers and shakers in different corners of the outdoor world about what people can do to make certain spaces and sports more welcoming for all

Whether you’re just dipping your toe in the water or pushing the outer limits of adventure sports, you can use this handbook for decades to come. Enjoy technical tips and words of wisdom from the pros, ranging from ways to stay warm while cold-weather camping to nurturing the inspiration to get out there every day.

If you're just getting started on the trails, don't be overwhelmed. This 101 guide breaks down where to go, what to wear, and everything you need to know to stay safe and have fun out there.

You deserve better than freeze-dried stroganoff

Now’s a great time to save a few bucks on hiking gear

The remarkable survival story of Claire Nelson, whose solo hike in the desert turned into a desperate fight for her life

In an excerpt from his latest book, ‘Freedom,’ the celebrated nonfiction writer describes a journey along Pennsylvania’s train tracks with friends he met while reporting on the war in Afghanistan

Every woman who hikes has been the target of mansplaining—and outdoor writers and editors are no exception

Gear up for summer adventures with these killer deals

Keen's Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain describes how he got into the shoe business.

Your foot’s one true love is finally here

Let the good times stroll

The best gear for long days on the trail

The research and development designer shares her story and inspiration

Top-notch gear for wrangling singletrack adventures

Real food for serious adventures

What to do when a significant other, or a friend, doesn't respect your decisions

For two years, I logged nearly 70 snack varieties in a spreadsheet on my search for the perfect adventure snack

When a group of friends decided to tackle Sentiero Italia, one of the world’s longest and forgotten trails, they had no idea that 1,500 others would join them along the way

In March, Emily Ford became the first woman to complete Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail in winter. She’s also become an unintentional ambassador of the outdoor industry’s quest for inclusivity.

After experiencing loss, a new mother races through grief at the edge of the world

Hiking can be a blast, but it won’t be if you're struggling every few feet. Here’s how to get ready for trekking, from easy day hikes to the longest thru-hikes in the world.

Sometimes the biggest threat in the wilderness is another human

Not much tops seeing the the massive glaciers and vast empty wilderness in Glacier Bay—that’s the verdict of our 62 Parks Traveler about the 33rd stop on her quest to visit every national park in the U.S.

Mother’s Day is May 9. She deserves some sweet outdoor gear.

After the year we just had, she deserves something nice

And some other ideas

What happens when a lifelong fraidy-cat sets out into the wilderness alone?

A little TLC can add years of life to your favorite hikers

It might not be time to head out on a big excursion yet, but it's a great time to get inspired.

Finding hiking pants for my curvy body was a lifelong struggle, until I tried Fjällräven’s High Coast Lite trousers

Staying in hiking shape during the off-season is a serious challenge, but it’s not impossible

Totally normal ways to keep the conversation moving

The iconic leather hiker is now better than ever

It breathes and wicks sweat better than any other midlayer I’ve tested

Lots of people say they hike to change their lives. For some, that starts by changing their love lives.

An ode to doing what you love

The Ombraz Leggero forgoes sidearms for an innovative nylon strap, which is both good and bad

When you stop resisting the information sharing that causes crowd flocking, you can use it to create advocates who will protect the trails

Don't let cold weather stop you from exploring. These eight trails in some of our favorite national parks may be even better in the winter.

Fill your thermos and bring these warm mixed drinks along for après-ski, socially distanced happy hours, and cold-weather tailgates

The Stone Glacier X-Curve conforms to the shape of a human back with unprecedented comfort

More often than not, our biggest adventures are nothing like we expect them to be—in the best of ways

A collaboration with 'The Dark Divide' on how to recreate safely

Whether you're shopping for others or yourself, these sales are the best opportunities to save big on gear this year

A hot beverage can make the difference between enjoying yourself and freezing your ass off on a cold-weather adventure. Here's everything you ever wanted to know about how to use this humble and inexpensive game changer this season.

The next time you hit the trails, skip the summits

Make their exploits that much better

The pandemic has robbed kids of vital socialization with friends—and put even more emphasis on the importance of spending time with them in nature. But what happens when your child is a nonstop yakker on the trail?

A pair of protective, breathable, comfortable bottoms is foundational to any adventure kit. We're here to help you find ones with the right features and fit.

For every foot in every condition

A new review sifts through the evidence for and against hiking with poles

Kyle Burgess was on a trail run when he came upon a protective mama mountain lion. Using his phone, he filmed her as she escorted him away from her cubs for six terrifying minutes. He had no idea he’d just shot internet gold.

It's the lightest backpacking meal—and one of the easiest and tastiest

Fed up with packed trails and parking lots, small groups of people have begun to summit in the dark

We asked a professional chef and a nutritionist to evaluate ten meals. Here's what rose to the top.

Grizel is using her rising social media profile to spark a more nuanced conversation on nature's power to heal

The secret? Glue.

'Ode to Desolation' introduces us to Jim Henterly, who spends his summers stationed at the historic Desolation Peak Fire Lookout

Make the most of the warm days with these river and lake essentials

'Common Ground,' narrated by photographer Jimmy Chin, reminds us that turning a passion for the outdoors into action requires a plan

Liz "Mercury" Anjos just completed a mid-pandemic thru-hike of the AT—with the help of a small, dialed support squad and a van named Pegasus

A fun trip can turn to crap fast if you don't come prepared

'A Grand Journey' follows Kira Brazinski, a pro adaptive athlete on a quest to conquer her childhood dream of climbing the Grand Teton

It's all about making sure they have fun on the trail

There is a direct correlation between a successful adventure and the amount of food you bring with you

Science says the HoverGlide reduces vertical forces by more than 80 percent. But what does it actually feel like?

An off-trail adventure through perhaps the prettiest chunk of the lower 48