Whether it’s a short trail or a tough through-hike, our experts will bring you hiking ideas, footwear, gear, and packs for your hiking adventure. Find out where to hike and where to stay close to trails you will love.
Forest bathing isn't what the name implies. Rather, it's a new way to slow down and experience the natural world around you. The first time I heard about forest bathing, I imagined a claw foot bathtub, dappled by light, under a canopy of gently blowing trees....
In northern Arizona, just over a three-hour drive from Phoenix, you’ll be transported to a rainbow-hued otherworldly landscape. The Petrified Forest and Painted Desert National Parks, near Holbrook, make for an ideal Arizona road trip. Both national parks are less...
Mendocino County, California, about two hours north of the San Francisco Bay Area, welcomes visitors with wineries, hotels, restaurants, and the county's majestic tapestry of ancient redwoods seeking a heartfelt hug. If a romantic redux is on tap, consider one of...
Hiking certainly takes the cake as one of the best outdoor activities. Not only is it appropriate for all ages, but you really get the chance to connect with nature. From beautiful plants to bountiful wildlife, you can explore everything that our Mother Earth has...
You will recognize the huge multi-armed Saguaro cactus as a symbol of the American West. Saguaro (pronounced suh-waa-row) have figured prominently in classic Western movies. They are a must-see when visiting Arizona and the Sonoran Desert. When you travel through...
I stumbled across rucking when I started training for a backpacking trip into the Grand Canyon. For that trip, I know I will need to walk a long way and carry my gear in a pack. I started out walking around my neighborhood with a book bag I happened to have and...
We were enjoying our stay at the luxury all-inclusive waterfront resort, Marival Armony, where the lush tropical landscaping and colorful flowers added to the relaxing atmosphere. While the resort is known for stunning ocean views, the beauty of the jungle greenery...
Going to the mountains is a relaxing activity, which I often use to clear my mind after a busy week at work. However, before my first trip, I can remember being nervous. I wanted to make sure I had the right equipment. For this reason, I spent a lot of time...
I ventured to the beautiful northern Rocky Mountains and the historic, yet progressive town of Whitefish, Montana with a group of diverse, energetic travel writers. My goals? Try a new adventure and see Glacier National Park in what they call the “Secret Season.”...
Whitefish, Montana, in the Northern Rocky Mountains and gateway to stunning Glacier National Park, will surprise you. Not only is Whitefish a hotbed of outdoor recreation and the type of place where you might want to pack bear spray even for a day hike, but it also...