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, ...

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 ...

When considering your next vacation spot, the Gem State might not be on your radar. Idaho, however, is home to an underrated ...

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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, ...

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

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 ...

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 ...