17 Hours, 22 Miles, and 6,100 feet: Summiting the Lower 48's Tallest Peak, Mount Whitney

Sonja Saxe

Summiting the tallest peak in the contiguous US is no walk in the park but the views and sense of accomplishment are more than worth it!

A Spontaneous Summer Solstice Campout on a Coastal Maine Island

Affuera Vida

Celebrating the longest day of the year with family.

How to Prepare Food for Friends on Multi-Day Treks

Cara Rensing

I'm going on a six day trek with three others and took on the task of preparing ALL the food. From scratch! Read what to consider, what to remember, and my 6 day meal plan.

12 Must-Do Backpacking Adventures in North Carolina

The Outbound Collective

Spend a night or two above the clouds.

Why Moab, Utah Is Mountain Biking Paradise

Clif Bar

Yosemite at High Tide: A Weekend of Backpacking after a Record Snowpack

Caleb Izdepski

Waterworks in the park were in full effect.

10 Tips for Photographing the Ocean

Abby Shepard

Love the ocean? Take awesome photos while you're there.

A One Day Guide to UK National Parks

G. John Cole

National parks cover nearly 10% of England’s land area and nearly 20% of that in Wales. It's no wonder the idea of spending the weekend up a mountain, on a lake, or rambling through the countryside is second nature even to the owners of Britain’s stiffest upper lips.

Winter in June: Backpacking to Yosemite's El Capitan

Will Cebron

While Yosemite Valley and Glacier Point Road are beautiful, nothing compares to the Yosemite backcountry. We were excited to camp on top of El Capitan, but waking up to a fresh dusting of snow turned this trip into one for the ages.

10 Tips for Camping in Yosemite

Nick Kaimakis

Snagging a site in Yosemite isn't easy, but it's always worth it.

The Smokies Are Still Alive!

Merritt McKinney

Despite the massive wildfire that destroyed over 10,000 acres inside the park last year, the Great Smoky Mountains are still alive and kicking!

Chillin' at TNF Basecamp Orlando

Kelley Le

An unforgettable event that brings people together to enjoy the outdoors in the Ocala National Forest, Florida.

Why Laguna Beach Is the Ultimate Summer Destination

Visit Laguna Beach

Hit the beach this summer.

Are Outdoorsy People Happier?

Matt Van Swol

...and what the research says

If You Love the Outdoors, You Should Try Backpacking. Here's Why.

Mayson

You don't have to like it when you're done or ever do it again if you so choose, but you should try it at least once.

Idaho's Fishhook Creek is the Perfect Family Summer Hike

The Outbound Collective

Hit the trail with the whole family.

10 Utah Lakes and Rivers to Explore This Summer

The Outbound Collective

Stay cool this summer.

4 Things Photo School Won't Teach You

Garrett Graham

Not everything can be taught in a classroom.

One of America's Least Visited National Parks Will Not Disappoint

Mayson

My outstanding experience visiting Nevada's Great Basin NP.

Your Summer Guide to Exploring the Great Wall of China

Kyle Obermann

Options for everyone.

My Top 5 S'more Concoctions

Kalli Hawkins

One of the best things about camping is the golden brown marshmallows s'mores. Here are five ways to step up your s'more game!

Why I Photograph the Outdoors

Mayson

Why do I photograph the outdoors and my adventures? Because of moments worth capturing.

This Island is the Caribbean's Best Kept Secret

Leigh Maneri

"The Nature Island" is Waiting

Everything You Need to Know about Hiking and Photographing Utah's Kanarra Creek Falls

Ross Kyker

Hiking and Photographing Kanarra Falls: about 2 miles there, 2 miles back.