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Fall, For women, Hiking, North America, Summer, United States
Midwest hiking involves scenic views and colorful trails, all celebrating the beautiful open spaces of the Midwest. Here are our 7 favorite hiking trails for dreamy views.
Hiking, National Parks, North America, United States
Looking for a kickass way to bring in your fourth decade of living? Here are our best 40th birthday trip ideas for epic SHEnanigans worldwide.
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Make a big entrance into your 30's with one of these 30th birthday trip ideas from epic international trips to weekend getaways.
When nature calls in the great outdoors, we've got the best advice for peeing outside to help you get the job done.
Backpacking, Camping, For women, Hiking, How To
Chow down in style and make your taste buds happy with these delicious hiking lunch ideas and tips to create your own meals on the trail.
Backpacking, Hiking, How To, Recipes
It’s getting hot in here! Check out our top picks for hot weather hiking clothing so you can have an easy-breezy adventure without overheating.
Backpacking, Camping, For women, Hiking, Review
Hands swelling when hiking is a super common thing. Here’s what to do next time it happens and how to prevent it.
Backpacking, Hiking
Explore the amazing mountains of Slovenia with this hiking guide. Here are the best hikes in Slovenia.
Hiking, International, Slovenia
Hiking, Survival, Winter
Learn how to acclimate to high altitude on an epic hike across some high altitude peaks. Here are our tips.
Hiking, How To, Survival
Learn how to keep your feet warm so that you can keep exploring the outdoors even as temperatures drop this winter. Our guides share their tips.
Camping, Hiking, How To, Survival, Winter
Put your best foot forward by hiking some of the most beautiful trails in Belize. That’s right, it’s Belize, baby!
Belize, Hiking, International
These boots were made for hikin’! Get geared up for our ultimate bucket list of the best hikes in Europe. To summit all up, they’re gorge-ous.
Europe, Hiking, International, Trip Roundups
There's much more to Scotland than finding the Loch Ness monster, eating haggis, or playing the bagpipes. Here are the best hiking trails in Scotland for the adventure seeker.
Hiking, International, Scotland
Tired of getting your stomach in knots tying different lacing techniques? You can take a deep breath–we’ve laid out how to lace boots for hiking with patterns that’ll help you step into comfort.
Hiking, How To
Ever wondered why everyone is using hiking poles? Wonder no more. Here’s how to use trekking poles and why you need them.
Gear, Hiking, How To
Want to know what bugs us? Bugs that bite! We compiled a list of the best mosquito repellents that will help you camp bite-free. These products will repel so you can relax!
Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, Review
Hiking, How To, Self Discovery
Nothing worse than getting caught unprepared while hiking in the rain. Here are our expert tips on how to stay dry and enjoy hiking while it's raining.
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If you’re looking for a fun and adventure-filled road trip, driving from Zion to Bryce Canyon is exactly what you need and we’ve got the tips for how.
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There's nothing like a hiking buddy to suffer alongside you for every sweaty mile. Find your new trail BFF with these tips.
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We've put together a list of training tips and physical training moves to get you ready to take on the Grand Canyon hike of your dreams.
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We asked other outdoor enthusiasts what their favorite hikes are in western US and this is what made the list.
Don’t interrupt your fresh air and sweet views with painful knees and injuries. There are ways to reduce pain from downhill walking.
Backpacking, By Activity, Hiking, Training
Great ideas for mother daughter trips for moms and daughters of all ages to bond over a new day trip, weekend getaway, or week-long adventure.
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Alaska has trails for every type of hiker in every season whether you want a snowy winter trek or a casual lake-side stroll. These are the best hikes in Alaska.
Alaska, Backpacking, By Activity, Hiking, North America, United States
The trek to Angels Landing is little more than two miles each way, but this is a high-adventure hike that you won't soon forget.
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Those who have hiked Half Dome already know the absolute magic of the entire journey. But training for half dome is essential.
Backpacking, Hiking, Inspiration, National Parks, North America, Training, United States, Yosemite National Park
The MSR Pocket Rocket 2 camping stove is super light and super compact, so you can take it with you wherever you go. Read our Pocket Rocket Review here.
Backpacking, Camping, Gear, Hiking, Review
From choosing the right trail to safety gear, we'll go over all the hiking essentials for beginners so you can feel confident on the trail.
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We use the Platypus GravityWorks Filtration System on all of our backpacking trips, so we know a thing or two about it. Here's our breakdown of all its features.
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In this post, we're dishing out the goods on epic Grand Canyon backpacking routes and tips for what gear you'll need to bring with you.
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Central America & Caribbean, Hiking, South America
If you’re on your way to Yosemite and want to make sure you snap the best shots in the park, here are 8 locations you'll want to hit.
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