Dozens of El Pasoans kicked off the new year with a mountain hike Saturday morning, Jan. 3 at McKelligon Canyon, in what some ...

Michigan is home to many absolutely stunning places that are sure to impress, many of which are especially wonderful in the ...

Looking for the best hikes near Los Angeles? Angeles National Forest, federal land managed by the U.S. Forest Service, offers ...

Discover what urban hiking is, how to find the best city trails and greenways, and what you really need to get started—no ...

Nearly three-fourths of the country is mountainous, with myriad hiking opportunities for beginners and experts alike.

CADILLAC — From beginner backpacking to bow fishing and trapping, the Department of Natural Resources Outdoor Skills Academy has classes teaching skills for outdoor enthusiasts at all levels in ...

I first encountered the ideas of ultralight backpacking in 1994, in an article in now-defunct (and much-missed) Backpacker magazine. It was titled “Less is More,” by Mark Jenkins. (I still have a PDF ...

Realistically, hiking shoes are whatever footwear you’re wearing while hiking. Many people take to the trails in whatever sneakers or hand-me-down boots are around the house. While this can take ...

On a brisk October morning, with 20 pounds of gear on my back, I trekked up a steep, rocky trail. With each step, I felt my throat constrict and my lungs heave. As a city person, my idea of an ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio – I’m a bit of an adventure addict. I spend my summers hiking, biking, kayaking and camping. I’ve chased roller coaster thrills and gone zip lining and skydiving multiple times. And ...