This Yosemite campground is finally open after a 3-year, $11M renovation
Finally, this national park is open and ready for the 2025 season. Here's what you can expect.
Wildfire forces closure of Grand Canyon’s North Rim for the season—and maybe longer
The Grand Canyon is one of the many areas currently being affected by the Dragon Bravo Wildfire, which began in last month.
Biscuit Basin is closed — here’s what to do in Yellowstone instead
Visiting Yellowstone National Park may look a bit different this year with the continued closure of Biscuit Basin, but it's still going to be worth it.
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The Buck Wild Hummer Tour is the perfect way to see the Grand Canyon sunset
If you're only visiting the Grand Canyon for a few days (or even just one day), the Buck Wild Hummer Tour is the perfect way to experience the can't-miss spots and see a stunning, one-of-a-kind sunset. -
Peak season, minus the people: National parks to visit in June
June is the perfect time to visit a national park because of all the snowmelt, which bolsters up waterfalls and feeds meadows of wildflowers. Here's my list of the top national parks to visit in June. -
Going to the Great Smoky Mountains? The upcoming dates you should avoid
Great Smoky Mountains National Park just announced a series of road maintenance projects to take place throughout the month of May. Here's what you should know. -
A guide to Petrified Forest, the national park no one talks about
Discover Arizona’s Petrified Forest National Park with this practical guide to hikes, scenic drives, history, and the best spots to stop and explore. -
The Grand Canyon North Rim is reopening soon — what you need to know
The North Rim of the Grand Canyon is officially set to welcome visitors for the 2025 season starting on Thursday, May 15 at 6am. Here's the details. -
The Grand Canyon Rim Trail surprised me — here’s why
Here's why the Rim Trail is the perfect introduction to the Grand Canyon that anyone can enjoy. -
Want to see wildlife up close? Head to these 7 national parks
KÜHL has just released a new study that ranks the top 10 U.S. national parks for wildlife spotting based on species diversity and visitor interest across eight categories -
Grand Canyon camping fees are rising: Here’s what you need to know
Starting on May 1, 2025, Grand Canyon National Park is implementing a fee increase for front country standard campsites at major campgrounds. -
The best things to do in Big Bend National Park: An adventure you’ll never forget
There are lots of things to do in Big Bend National Park — this list simplifies your visit so you see the best gems it has to offer. -
The 20 best U.S. national parks to explore now
You could spend years exploring the wonders of these U.S. national parks, or you can focus on the best of the best. Here are our top 20 national park picks. -
Crater Lake’s 2026 closure means now’s the time to visit
Crater Lake, which is the deepest lake in the United States, is closing for three years starting in 2026. Here's what you need to know before renovations start. -
Experience nature at its finest: The best national parks to visit this May
So, you’ve got a free weekend in May? There’s no better place to spend a glorious spring weekend than at one of our gorgeous national parks. Here are my top three recommendations! -
Stargazing in the darkest national park in the U.S. — what you need to know
While you may only view Death Valley as the hottest around, it actually breaks all kinds of other records, too. Here's how to stargaze at this iconic location. -
Joshua Tree National Park to close busiest entrance for massive revamp: What to know
National Park Service is closing down all traffic from Monday, April 7th to Thursday, April 10th for some updates to the West entrance station. -
Blue Ridge Parkway begins major repairs—what to know for your trip
Officials have identified at least 57 landslides in North Carolina, but the National Park Service has mobilized several ongoing efforts to restore the parkway. -
The change at Acadia National Park you need to know before you visit
Already, several national parks like the Badlands have already made the switch, but as of April 15th, Acadia National Park will officially join the list.
Snow Sports
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Jake Canter on Creativity, Comebacks, and the Mindset Behind an Olympic Run
Jake Canter stood above the Milano Cortina slopestyle course and surveyed the terrain with a laser-like focus. Then, with a determined slap of his hands, he ollied 90 degrees and dropped in for his third and final run, needing a near-perfect performance for a medal. Rolling down the course, he executed precise boardslides, a double […] -
Jones Howler Review: Freeride Precision with Freestyle Instincts
I hiked toward the Continental Divide, perched above the back bowls of Copper Mountain, and took in the Tenmile Range. Up ahead, the snow-covered, teepee-like heights of Peak 1 (12,805 ft), Peak 2 (13,580 ft, and Peak 6 (12,573 ft) unfolded before me. Then, as I reached the Ski Patrol shack, I noticed something: the […] -
Natural Selection DNA: Burton High Fidelity Snowboard Review
Testing Burton's High Fidelity Snowboard in the Canadian Rockies. -
Frisco, Colorado: The Cozy Basecamp Between Colorado’s Biggest Mountains
I stepped out the door of Hotel Frisco and turned left, and walked west down Main Street. A snow dusting lingered from the prior weekend and covered chairs and lined sidewalks. The air was calm, quiet. Multi-colored Christmas lights wrapped around lampposts, like the swirls in a candycane. Mount Royal loomed over the horizon as […]
Camping
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Honda Base Station hints at the future of compact electrified travel trailers
While Honda is a household name for many reasons, building futuristic electric travel trailers isn’t one of them. Now, the iconic automaker is looking to change that with the debut of its all-new Base Station concept. While Honda lists its new Base Station as a “prototype,” it hints at a very bright future for electric […] -
Hyundai’s sleek new Staria electric campervan is a beauty, but there’s a catch
Electric RVs are almost certainly the way of the future, and campervans are no exception. Hyundai just unveiled a fully-loaded, off-grid-ready version of its understated Staria van, and it’s a thing of beauty for vanlifers. But there’s a catch. The reimagined Staria is an all-electric camper van from the powertrain to the fully-applianced kitchen. Hyundai […] -
Airstream’s World Traveler 22RB is among the company’s most affordable RVs ever
Few names are as synonymous with road-tripping as Airstream. But the brand’s iconic “silver bullet” travel trailers often come with a sky-high price tag. Now, the company wants to change that with the debut of one of its most accessible models ever. The new World Traveler 22RB relies on the same World Traveler chassis that […] -
Deuter’s Duffel Pro Roller 90 might be the year’s best adventure travel bag
Yes, we’re only two weeks into 2026. But, I’m calling it now: Deuter may have just created the year’s best, most versatile bag for adventure travelers. The all-new Duffel Pro Roller 90 is a near-perfect hybrid bag. It combines the roomy packability (90 liters, as the name implies) of a duffel bag with the free-wheeling […]
Hiking
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Delivery drone helps stranded hiker in first-of-its-kind Arizona mountain rescue
Drones have become a nuisance for many hikers despite strict laws prohibiting their use in US National Parks and other wilderness areas. But this recent story out of Arizona proves they can also be used for good. Earlier this month, a helicopter flying a routine patrol over Phoenix’s Camelback Mountain spotted a hiker attempting to […] -
The Roccia Vet Woolfelt boot by Diemme x Hiking Patrol is hiking refined
Hiking Patrol and Diemme unite for their fourth collaboration that introduces a new iteration of the Roccia Vet Woolfelt -
These are the best U.S. states for hiking, according to a new study
According to a new study from outdoor brand KÜHL, some states are far better trail territory than others. -
Mizuno’s latest hiking shoe gets tailored elegance from Margaret Howell
Mizuno and Margaret reimagine the brand's iconic hiking shoe with more style and technical features.