Whether you’re an experienced or novice outdoor rock climber, California’s Castle Rock State Park has something for you! Near the Bay Area, Castle Rock has a high density of famous boulder problems, as well as a respite from the nearby urban bustle.
Read MorePrescott Circle is a 60-mile loop around Prescott, Arizona. Open to all non-motorized use and popular with hikers, backpackers, and more, the trail skirts defining places of the greater valley with amazing views from a well-maintained trail.
Read MoreA guide to backpacking Hawai’i in Haleakalā National Park in Maui, including itineraries for the best 3-day overnight hikes in Haleakalā crater and to the summit
Read MoreThe Pemigewasset Loop (Pemi Loop) is a classic 30-mile hiking, trail running, and backpacking trip in the White Mountains, New Hampshire utilizing parts of the Appalachian Trail. Considered the 2nd hardest hike in the US, it passes Franconia Ridge, 4000 -footers and AMC huts.
Read MoreThe Oregon Desert Trail (ODT) is a long-distance (750-mile) hiking route extending through the Oregon Badlands to Owyhee State Park. It is a remote and challenging trek through central and southeastern Oregon’s high desert highlights.
Read MoreTrip plan and guide to the South Dakota Centennial Trail, a 125-mile hiking and backpacking trail in the Black Hills from Wind Cave National Park to Bear Butte
Read MoreThe Kokopelli Trail is a 143-mile desert bikepacking route that connects Fruita, Colorado, in western Colorado and Moab, Utah on singletrack and jeep roads
Read MoreThe Oceans to Lake Trail is a short, winter-friendly backpacking trip shared with the Florida Trail with beach, tropical plants, and more.
Read MoreA seldom traveled alternative to the southern Appalachian Trail, the Benton MacKaye Trail offers a remote and rugged wilderness experience.
Read MoreStarting in Talimena State Park, the Ouachita National Recreation Trail runs 223 miles through West Oklahoma and follows the Ouachita Mountains. The hiking trail avoids towns and roads, complicating resupply but resulting in true, necessary solitude.
Read MoreThe California Riding and Hiking Trail (CRHT) is a 37-mile trail across Joshua Tree National Park ideal for winter and spring backpacking, wildflowers, and sunrises.
Read MoreHiking and backpacking guide to a ~400-mile thru-hike from border-to-border of Oregon. Walk sandy beaches, sea cliffs, and forested headlands with restaurant and inn-to-inn options
Read MoreThe Corvallis to Sea Trail (C2C Trail) is a 62-mile backpacking trip through Oregon’s coastal range to Ona Beach on signed hiking trail from Corvallis to the Coast.
Read MoreBikepack the 500-mile Colorado Trail from Denver to Durango. Ride your mountain bike on one of the most scenic Colorado bike trails. Whether you’re doing the Colorado Trail race or biking in sections, this guide includes campsites, water, resupply, gear and more.
Read MoreThe Chilkoot Trail follows the first 33 miles of the Klondike Goldrush route. This recreational hiking and backpacking route is unique due to its dialed campground, campsite infrastructure, stunning views, and distinct loneliness of Chilkoot Pass.
Read MoreThe Timberline Trail is a 41-mile loop in Oregon that circumnavigates Mt. Hood (11,244 feet), a stratovolcano that is the highest point in Oregon and the fourth highest peak in the Cascade Range. This thru-hike shares miles on the west with the Pacific Crest Trail and has views of glaciers, waterfalls, wildflowers, other volcanos, and the world-famous architectural wonder of Timberline Lodge.
Read MoreHiking and climbing Camelback Mountain in Phoenix, Arizona has gained a reputation as one of the region’s most challenging peaks because of its steep climb. We include tips, strategies, getting there, water and more.
Read MoreOregon’s Three Sisters Loop is a 50-mile, 3-6 day backpacking trip that circumnavigates three volcanoes! A highlight of the Oregon Cascades, it passes through a waterfall, wildflower meadows, wilderness, the remains of an old lava flow, and more!
Read MoreWhether you’re planning a dream long-distance hike or section hiking parts of the JMT, this in-depth guide and JMT gear checklist has strategies for hiking and developing self-care routines to thrive on your journey.
Read MoreThe ~155-mile San Diego Trans County Trail (aka Sea to Sea Trail) is a winter thru-hike. This guide has a route, water, and resupply plan, and a gear list.
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