With their picturesque villages, spectacular views and cosy mountain restaurants, not to mention glittering snowflakes ...

Foothills Conservancy of NC opens new hiking trail in South Mountains of Burke County in honor of founding board member Bob ...

The burn area covers several popular hiking spots, including Temescal Canyon Trail and Los Leones Trail. Although part of its eastern end suffered damage, much of the 67-mile Backbone Trail was ...

The fire is believed to have started in Eaton Canyon, a beloved hiking area, before spreading east and west into Angeles National Forest. More than two dozen trails, many of them popular ...

Though not a seasoned hiker to begin with, the filmmaker became the first person to complete the world’s longest trail network.

With over a billion dollars in sales and many fans, there’s no question that Hoka is one of the most popular footwear brands out there. While they’re best known for running and walking shoes ...

South Mountain’s Mormon Trail offers hikers a rugged adventure through rocky tunnels, dry waterfalls, and breathtaking views ...

Built to feel like a pair of trail running shoes with the ankle support of a hiking boot, the Scarpa Rush 2 provides solid overall stability in a fairly lightweight package. The upper is GORE-TEX ...

These are some of the best beginner-friendly hikes the Adirondacks have to offer. Mt. Jo is a hallmark Adirondack hike for a reason. Located just a few minutes from bustling Lake Placid ...

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