I kept my head down and my eyes just ahead of my feet as I crouched along a slippery rock face, trying to ignore the nagging thought that I could fall to my death, impaled upon a tree below. Above me, ...

I was fortunate enough to join my family this year for the holidays in Tennessee. Destination: the Great Smoky Mountains! We stayed in a beautiful cabin near the national park entrance. Of course, ...

Vermont is known as the Green Mountain State for good reason. Options abound to get your family into the woods. From easy saunters to impressive peaks, there’s no shortage of treks suited to all ages ...

One of the most popular hikes in the Valley, the Echo Canyon Trail is one of two ways to climb Camelback Mountain — and both are seriously challenging. To the top of the mountain and back to its base, ...

DENVER (KDVR) — The last ski area officially ended Colorado’s ski season this week. While some might be bummed about the end of winter fun, the summer season is just getting started. The mountains of ...

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Author’s note: This mini-guide uses LiDar measurements. This advanced technology is the most accurate means of measuring elevation. The newness of LiDar-reported heights may differ slightly from ...

If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life without traveling far, Southern California’s mountain towns ...

A charming community in Pennsylvania has plenty to offer outdoor enthusiasts. Pitch your tent at a nearby campsite or get ...

During the peak heat of the day under a cloudless sky on Friday, hikers — some in groups, others with dogs or solo — could be seen climbing Cowles Mountain in San Diego during the late morning and ...