So naturally, I've made it my mission to turn all my friends into hiking converts—and a few essentials have been key in making that happen. *Please note that the EPA and CDC do not recommend or ...

Any hiking can be dangerous, but doing so in winter conditions adds risk with potential for slipping, hypothermia and ...

OL staff writer Laura Lancaster and I tested the best backpacking sleeping bags in the field to determine which are best suited to varying conditions, sleeping habits, and backpacking kits. I also ...

When choosing hiking shoes for women, Sobie recommends focusing on comfort, support, and durability. And, he touts this shoe ...

The newest additions to the Backpacking code list are posted by the game’s developers on their Twitter handles, Simonblox and Rblxopplo. Additionally, they can be found on the official ...

Of course, if you only have an hour or two to spare, the Beaver Lake Trail offers the perfect introduction. This well-maintained trail takes hikers on a tour of Beaver Lake, a 24-acre lake that makes ...

But before you set out with your feline adventurer, you'll need to prepare with some of the best cat hiking gear. To come up with our list of necessities for hiking with cats, we consulted six ...

IF YOU EVER wondered if Amazon is a good place to shop outdoor gear, the answer is a definitive yes. Amazon's hidden section ...

Learn More › There is no underestimating the importance of a great backpacking water filter. Out in the backcountry, a clogged filter could mean the difference between a bout of Giardia and getting to ...

A 'bucket list' hiking trail was forced to shut down after dozens of hikers mysteriously fell ill - including one who had to be flown out after having '50 to 60 episodes of vomiting.' ...

The Green Mountain State is every hiking enthusiast's dream come true. But the variety of trails to choose from is sometimes overwhelming. Today's recommendation is Hamilton Falls Trail in Vermont, ...

Below is a preliminary list of hiking areas that were burned in the Bridge fire. Although the fire got close, firefighters were able to save Camp Williams Cafe & General Store and Camp Williams ...