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If you’re looking to upgrade your hiking and camping gear ahead of fall, now is your chance—Amazon is slashing deals on hundreds of items for Labor Day weekend. Right now, shoppers can score big on ...

The long weekend surrounding Black Friday has become synonymous with holiday shopping, but sift through online sales and you’ll soon realize that most deals aren’t much of a bargain at all. I’ve honed ...

Participation in almost all forms of outdoor recreation and physical activities increased dramatically during the pandemic, but in some sports those gains have lasted, and one of the most profound ...

The PCT traces the west coast of the U.S. over almost 2,700 miles. Our expert trail columnist reveals everything you need to know about what to pack, eat, and read, plus where to sleep and how to have ...

For all-around hiking versatility, the Prana Stretch Zion offers the best balance of durability and flexibility. Cold-weather hikers should choose the Columbia Passo Alto II Heat Pant, while the ...

Away from the crowds of the Grand Canyon is another canyon escape with backcountry trails and dispersed camping for a truly ...

If you’re planning a trip into the wilderness, you’ll need a backpacking pack. Backpacking packs are different from standard backpacks because they have a larger carrying capacity and feature more ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Besides some of the best iPhone apps for hiking and backpacking, there's something else you need to take on those outdoor adventures — a stove ...

In our long-running Strategist travel rubric, Steal My Vacation, we ask experts to tell us every detail about their all-time favorite adventures. But for this special feature, we’ve flipped the ...