Backpacking can seem intimidating to newcomers, but it doesn’t need to be: Here are the best backpacking trails across the country to get started on. For some, it’s hard to imagine an easy intro to ...

These properties, ranging from the Colorado Rockies to the Tennessee wilderness, make it convenient for hikers by offering world-class hiking that starts right at your doorstep.

Guides, researchers and experience designers at Norrøna Adventure share why they love each hike, the difficulty level and the recommended seasonal timing.

Graham Averill is Outside magazine’s national parks columnist, but some of his favorite adventures have happened inside state parks. As we started our three-day backpacking trip along the northern rim ...

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Thru hiking shoes are made for backpackers who take long multi-day hikes on extended trails, like the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) or Appalachian Trail (AT). These hikers carry everything they need on ...