Nov 3, 2020 • 5 min read
Nothing is quite like the 211-mile John Muir Trail – a sea of granite and snowcapped peaks, with creeks flowing down to alpine lakes. Here's a primer.
Nov 2, 2020 • 5 min read
When the snow flies and Alberta, Canada, freezes, the ski hills open, the lakes turn to rinks, and the province is transformed into a winter wonderland.
Oct 22, 2020 • 5 min read
Straddling an ancient redwood forest and the wild and windswept Pacific coast, Humboldt County is one of the most uniquely beautiful places in the world.
Oct 19, 2020 • 4 min read
Whether you’re looking for an adrenaline spike or a quiet spot to take in the view, the Eastern Tennessee city of Knoxville has your outdoor plans covered
Oct 2, 2020 • 5 min read
Some of the United States' best wineries are also great places for a hike. Here are a few wineries that pair gorgeous walks with after-hike wine tastings.
Sep 30, 2020 • 4 min read
From mountains to desert, forest to streams, the country's abundance of showstopping views could make even the most jaded traveler weak at the knees. Here are…
Sep 30, 2020 • 5 min read
From rivers and waterfalls to picturesque lakes, 400 natural onsen, and a world-class snow scene, Gunma Prefecture makes its waters available to everyone.
Sep 28, 2020 • 4 min read
From soaking up Sydney’s festival vibes to beach-hopping along the west coast, here are some of the best things to do in Australia during the summer.
Sep 24, 2020 • 8 min read
As the southern hemisphere emerges out of winter and into spring, it's the perfect time to reconnect with some of Australia's best sites, events, and natural…
Sep 24, 2020 • 6 min read
Menorca, the easternmost of Spain’s Balearic Islands, has a fierce commitment to sustainability. Here's how it has approached low-key, responsible tourism.
Sep 18, 2020 • 4 min read
Hike through Great Basin national park to the ancient, resilient bristlecone pines in the timeless desert of Nevada.
Sep 16, 2020 • 6 min read
Ranger Leigh Gardner of Old Stone Fort State Archaeological Park in Manchester, Tennessee, believes state parks and the outdoors are for everyone.
Sep 11, 2020 • 5 min read
Morocco's epic landscapes carpet this slice of North Africa like the richly patterned rugs you'll lust after in the souqs. Here are our top natural wonders.
Sep 10, 2020 • 7 min read
Follow pagan history on the Ridgeway, an 87-mile-long walking route in southern England.
Aug 25, 2020 • 6 min read
From grumpy volcanoes to labyrinthine limestone caves, Costa Rica offers a never-ending array of natural wonders that keep visitors coming back.
Aug 21, 2020 • 8 min read
With 53 mountains rising at elevations above 14,000 feet, Colorado is home to far more “fourteeners” than any other state (second-place Alaska has 29.)
Aug 21, 2020 • 5 min read
With thousands of moose and not many people, the landscape of Maine dares visitors to tackle oversized adventures. Here's our favorite backwoods spots.
Aug 8, 2020 • 5 min read
From the Great Barrier Reef to the Twelve Apostles, Australia is a country filled with natural wonders. Here's the top 10.
Aug 4, 2020 • 6 min read
Fraser Island is wild beaches, old-growth forests and bountiful wildlife including the rare and elusive dingo.
Jul 22, 2020 • 5 min read
Daniel White, better known as the Blackalachian, had only been on a single hike before he tackled the Appalachian Trail in 2017. Now he's a beloved outdoor…
Jul 21, 2020 • 6 min read
Skip the crowds in national and state parks and head to national forests for incredible history, great scenery, and secluded camping opportunities.
Jul 20, 2020 • 4 min read
From the north's icy Alps and glacial lakes to the south's fiery craters and turquoise grottoes, Italy is truly bellissimo.