Effortlessly Explore 31 U.S. National Parks from Home with Google Earth
National Parks Week is a time to celebrate the natural wonders and history within the United States. However, if we’re stuck working, we can’t just drop everything and jet around the country — but with Google Earth, you can.
Danner X Helinox Dropped the Only Camp Gear We Need for Spring
A hiking boot, a chair, and a table comprise the collab line created by Danner and Helinox to kick off the spring 2019 camping season. Each piece is lightweight but tough as nails.
The Best GPS Apps for Navigating without Reception
GPS used to require expensive devices but now the power can be found in our pocket. We’ve rounded up the best offline GPS apps for tracking, hiking, hunting, traveling, and everything in between.
A Beginner’s Guide to Hiking the Vorarlberg Region of the Austrian Alps
While the Austrian Alps have been made famous by 'The Sound of Music,' there’s more to this area than twirling through alpine meadows. It’s not too early to break out your essential gear and begin making preparations for your next hiking adventure.
Appalachian Trail Record-Holder Joe McConaughy Talks Training, Torn Muscles, and Topping-Loaded Pizzas
It takes most people six months to complete the Appalachian Trail. Joe McConaughy, aka Stringbean, did it in less than 46 days. To learn more about this record-setting achievement, we chat McConaughy about his training, his trials on the trail, and his ultimate triumph.
You Can Literally Text from the North Pole with Somewear Global Hotspot
No matter how far you choose to explore — the Rocky Mountains, the middle of the ocean, even the North Pole — Somewear Global Hotspot has you covered. It's the perfect lifeline for off-grid connectivity, promising text messaging, location sharing, weather updates, and access to emergency services.
Backcountry Brews: Essential Beer Accessories for Your Next Camping Trip
Take wilderness exploration to the next level with these beer accessories ready-made for your camping adventures, from growlers to chillers.
4 of the Most Challenging Day Hikes in the U.S.
We’ve selected four of the hardest treks in the lower forty-eight to get your adrenaline flowing. These trails are not for the faint of heart. However, if you possess the necessary skills and are in above-average shape, they can be knocked out in one day.
Check Out This Guide to 71 Natural Hot Springs Across the U.S.
When you think of natural hot springs, you likely picture a deep pool surrounded by Icelandic countryside or a Japanese snow monkey immersed in the warm waters of a Nagano spring. In fact, America is home to 1,161 known springs, and thanks to CarRentals, you can now easily find your way to 71 of those.
Your Guide to Perfectly Portable Flask Cocktails
Flask cocktails are a great way to up your game when hiking, camping, or just going to a place where you'll need a little nip.
A Comprehensive Guide to Different Helle Knives and Their Uses
Whether you need a blade for fishing, whittling, or camping, Helle has it. The Norwegian brand helps us make an educated decision on the best knife for different activities.
The Best Men’s Snow Boots for Everything from Style to Extreme Conditions
Whether you're headed for a high alpine summit in the depths of winter or you just have to shovel the damn driveway so you're not late for work, with a pair of the best snow boots for men strapped onto your feet, you'll be surefooted, warm, and maybe even stylish, depending on the pair you pick.
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro: The Essential Gear List Recommendations
There is no technical climbing involved, so it's accessible to nominally experienced hikers, but ascending Mount Kilimanjaro’s 19,341-foot summit demands a tolerance for high altitude, intense leg strength, and the right gear. Here's what you'll need.
This Eco-Friendly Trekking Pole Plants Seeds as You Hike
FytoStick is a bamboo trekking pole that does more than steady your step. Each time the pole stabs into the ground during your hike, it releases a seed.
L.L. Bean Teams Up with Main Craft Breweries for New Beer and Boot Collab
Beer and the outdoors go together well. To celebrate the launch of its fall line of Small Batch Bean Boots, outdoor gear-maker L.L. Bean teamed up with five Maine craft breweries to make a limited run of outdoor-inspired craft brews that complement the autumn collection.
Lems Trailhead Hiking Shoe Is Just as at Home on the Trail as It Is at the Taproom
The Lems Trailhead shoe features a mountain to town outsole with a low-profile rubber tread that has no problem maintaining traction on the trail, while also remaining durable enough when pounding the pavement in the city.
Test Your Body and Recharge Your Spirit On One of These Famous Pilgrimages
Whether you are seeking a spiritual renewal or looking for a unique adventure, your next journey could include a literal walk through history. Some of these ancient paths and famous pilgrimages are deeply rooted in some of the world’s major religions while others are more about the physical challenge.
You Could Win Free Beer for a Year by Participating in Busch’s Scavenger Hunt
Busch is hosting a scavenger hunt in the forests between New York and Alaska. One savvy hiker will win free beer for a year by finding a special tree marked with medallions.
Fall Foliage Forecast: Where and When to See the Leaves Change in 2018
If you love trees and pretty colors and scenic grandeur, the annual turning of the leaves here in the United States is the ideal time to kickstart fall hiking season. Here are our predictions for the best fall foliage forecast in 2018.
Zipstitch is the Suture-Less Bandage Every Outdoorsman Needs
What do you do when you're 10 miles into a 20-mile backpacking trek through the backcountry when you trip over a root, fall, hit your knee on a rock, and wind up with an inch-long gash that bleeds profusely and is too big to close with a regular bandage or gauze wound-wrap? You pull out a ZipStitch.
The Best Restaurants, Hotels, and Things to Do in the Catskills
Here are the best bars, restaurants, hotels, shops, and things to do in the Catskills. This guide covers the best of both worlds, whether you want to check out the big ski resort mountains of the east or the burgeoning small towns of the west, like Callicoon, Narrowsburg, and Livingston Manor.
The North Face Launches Epic Pop-up Shop High in the Italian Dolomites
The North Face has long been among the world’s most innovative outdoor brands, so it seems fitting it would debut a publicity stunt befitting the 50-year-old company. Pinnacle Project launched as a one-of-a-kind pop-up shop set high in the Italian Dolomites — 6,889 feet, to be exact.
The Bothy Project Inspires a Hiking Hut Pre-Fab and Artists’ Retreat
Traditionally found in remote areas of Scotland, Ireland, England, and Wales, a bothy is often a primitive, stone and wood hut used for hikers and hill walkers to shelter in overnight. The Bothy Project seeks to create a modern system of off-grid, tiny cabins used primarily as artist residency spaces.
Danner Teases New Lightweight Hiking Shoe Inspired by the Pacific Crest Trail
It's not surprising that a brand known for both excellent hiking and casual boots would make the step out into the sneaker market with a new trail trainer debuting in spring 2019. The Trail 2650 is the latest transition piece from big-name, Pacific Northwest-based bootmaker Danner.
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018: The Best Gear of the Year
Outdoor Retailer Summer Show 2018 descended upon Denver, Colorado in July, providing brands the opportunity to showcase the best new gear, tech, and clothes for the upcoming sports seasons. We found five brands and products that truly stood out and awarded each "Best in Show."
The Best Hiking Shoes for Men, From Lightweight Runners to Solid Trekkers
Most adventures don’t require heavy, hot hiking boots. A lightweight hiking shoe or trail runner can get you to the summit and keep you comfortable at the same time. We've found the best hiking shoes for men, perfect for running, trekking, and everything in between.
How Permethrin-Treated Clothing Repels Ticks, Mosquitoes, and Other Bugs
Big-named outdoor outfitters like L.L. Bean, Duluth Trading Company, and Ex Officio have launched a line of insect-repellent outdoor wear — shirts, pants, socks, and hoodies — treated with permethrin, a substance that is basically a nerve agent for bugs.
Adventure Racing Gear and Tips from Team NorCal
Adventure racing is one of the hardest sports on the planet. You have to paddle, run and ride hundreds of miles through unknown terrain trying to find your way with a map and compass. And it doesn’t just last for one day. We've rounded up some of the best gear that can last through these punishing races.
These Modular Mountain Shelters Keep Hikers Safe During Storms
Minimalist modules are the building blocks of a new kind of mountain shelter designed by Bulgarian architects Lusio Architects. Deliverable just about anywhere, this design is a modern take on the “hiking hut," providing safe havens for explorers faced with nasty weather.
Get the Gear: Our Favorite Stuff for Staying Organized and Energized While on the Go
The gear we love right now helps us stay energized and organized while on the go. Satisfy the springtime urge to venture outside for camping, biking, and travel with everything from a multi-tool to a rooftop tent.
Get Equipped for Summer Hiking with the New Danner Mountain 600 Enduroweave
The Danner Mountain 600 Enduroweave is perfect for summer. These new hiking boots from are incredibly light, but with leather-like protection.
Ditch Your Radio, GPS, and Flashlight — Just Bring the Fogo ‘Ultimate Adventure Gadget’
GPS, flashlights, and radios are heavy on a hike, but you may wish you had them if you get lost. Enter the Fogo which a single gadget that packs all these devices into one, saving weight and space in your pack.
This Minimalist Hotel in Italy Offers a Simple Retreat for Weary Hikers
Understated yet luxurious, the Hotel Bühelwirt in Italy's South Tyrol region provides hikers a welcome spot to unwind and reconnect with nature. Peek inside this gorgeously designed getaway.
Sneak Peek at the Futuristic Snow Leopard 25 Snowshoe from Alite
Alite founder Tae Kim has reinvented the snowshoe with the Snow Leopard 25, which features collapsible camp chair technology and a sexy aesthetic.
REI’s New Backpack Series Pays Tribute to America’s Beautiful National Parks
REI Co-Op just released the Flash 18 National Parks Series, a new line daypacks with limited edition prints based on actual National Parks Services maps such as the Grand Canyon to the Great Smoky Mountains.
How to Satiate Your Senses in Sedona, Arizona
The unique beauty of Sedona, Arizona, confronts you unexpectedly. Here are the best restaurants, bars, hotels, destinations, and activities to check out on your next visit.
Meet Your Next Camp Lantern: The Solar-Powered, Extremely Portable Biolite SunLight
After bringing outdoor enthusiasts a fire-powered camp kettle, USB charger, and pizza oven, BioLite has fixed its sights upon harnessing the power of the sun with its latest offering: the solar-powered Biolite SunLight.
Eat Beer on Your Next Hike With a ReGrained Granola Bar
Six billion gallons of beer are brewed annually in the U.S. and 36 billion pounds of grain are left over from the process. The folks at ReGrained are taking that beer waste and turning it into delicious snacks.
4 Minimalist Backpacks Designed to Tackle the Trail and the Streets
Read on for our favorite minimalist backpacks designed to transition seamlessly between both environments.
Why You Need a Good Merino Wool Base Layer
Base layers keep you dry and warm outside. Merino wool base layers are the best you can buy. But what are they and why are they so good?
Easy Homemade Energy Bars That Actually Taste Great
Here are three easy recipes that teach you how to make homemade energy bars that taste way better than the commercial brands.
TrailKeg is a Trail-ready Growler Designed to Take Your Beer Anywhere
Hiking and craft beer find a happy marriage with TrailKeg, the world's most innovative, go-anywhere growler. It all comes down to the CO2 pressurization.
Bucket List Adventures: 4 Epic Trails for Hiking in Australia and New Zealand
If you’re looking for a few more notches on your bucket list, these four trails are among the best for hiking in Australia and New Zealand.
Don’t Leave Home Without a Pair of the Best Travel Underwear for Men
These aren't your dad's tighty-whities — these are our favorite pairs of travel underwear for keeping your business happy and healthy during long trips.
Tips for Eating Healthy and Cooking Travel Meals on the Road
EVOLVE sent a husband-wife travel photography team on an epic road trip. This is how Racehl and Mattew Hanel fuel up and create healthy travel meals.
Boy Meets Woods: Our First Father-Son Camping Trip
Just after my son turned four, and two days before I turned 35, we went on our first father-son camping trip. Here's what you can learn from our experience.
Snag Some Gear from Kammok Before You Go Hammock Camping this Spring
Thinking of hammock camping this spring? Let Austin-based brand Kammok keep you or your buddies gear-ready in the outdoors.
Astral Introduces Line of Badass, Eco-Friendly Outdoor Shoes Made of Hemp
Astral puts nature first in all of its designs. The brand's new hemp shoes are stylish, eco-friendly, and fit for hiking.
Drink Dirty Water Without Worry Using the LifeStraw Filter
More than 780 million people lack access to clean water. With the LifeStraw—you don't have to be one of them, even while trekking in the backcountry.