The Best Post-Hike Food and Drinks in Laguna Beach

Visit Laguna Beach

Trail to tavern on the coast.

High Strung: Why You Need a Hammock in Your Life

Brian Balik

There aren't many reasons I can think of, as to why people who love the outdoors should not get a hammock. The number of reasons to get one though, is almost never-ending.

How to Make the Most of Your Cross-Country Road Trip

Karin Victoria Peck

So many places, so little time.

How to Make Blueberry Bacon Pancakes while Camping

Alex E

Make that next camping breakfast more elaborate and leave your camping partners speechless.

Stanley, Idaho Belongs on Your Summer Bucket List

Outbound

The gateway to the Sawtooth Mountains.

5 Tips for Making the Most of the Outdoors Right Around You

Andrew Todd

Find those "close-to-home" adventures that you can go on right now.

Making a Wrong Turn in Pinnacles National Park

Benjamin Canevari

A long hike turned into an even longer one. One wrong turn sent us on the other scenic route...

6 Photos from Alaska's Hatcher Pass and Independence Mine

Alex Watts

The beautiful recreational area of Hatcher Pass in Alaska.

The Top 10 Hikes in Yosemite National Park

Outbound

The best hikes in Yosemite = some of the best hikes on the planet.

How Technology Pushed Me Outside

Merritt McKinney

“Would you even go outside if you didn’t have your camera?”

11 Photos of Early Spring Camping in Great Sand Dunes NP

Patrick James

The weekend we found everything we were looking for in the San Luis Valley.

Solo Roadtripping to Death Valley

Karin Victoria Peck

I hope that my naivete inspires other first time-solo campers to get out there and explore. You won't regret it.

I Spoke Out Against Litter and Vandalism in My City's Parks and Got HAMMERED

Matt Van Swol

It's worth it, but you'll get an ear full!

How Hikers Can Avoid Blisters and Other Foot Problems

Thomas Johnson

Although I do not work in the medical field, I feel as if I am at least somewhat qualified to write a basic article on foot care.

How My Home Became a Wasteland

Jonathon Reed

About logging, fires, and the importance of learning local history.

5 Gorgeous Spring Hikes in Shenandoah National Park

Jess Fischer

You will swoon for these beautiful waterfalls and vistas full of bright green leaves.

3 Tips For Making Any Weekend Feel Like a Long Weekend

Andrew Todd

Experience the wonderful benefits of slowing down in the outdoors.

16 Photos from My Week of Adventure in Zion National Park

Andrew Todd

My first journey to the desert, but certainly not my last.

7 Photos from a Hiking Gem Near Atlanta, Georgia

Andrew Todd

My first bit of exploring as a new resident to north Georgia.

Alabama's Best Destination That You've Never Heard Of

Merritt McKinney

I've lived in Alabama for two years now and still wonder how I just found this cave-waterfall combo.

Explorer Spotlight: Tori Marsh

Outbound

Unfortunate Truths of Being a "Dirtbag" on the Road

Karissa Frye

Not complaining, just saying.

A Beginner's Climbing Guide to Joshua Tree

Sarah Horn

All the climbs, hikes and camping spot advice you need as a beginner climber getting acquainted with beautiful Joshua Tree.

Rising Popularity of National Parks: Helpful or Harmful?

Emily White

With a record number of people visiting national parks, these sacred places are more valued than ever before. But does this amplified popularity help give recognition to these well-deserved places, or could the rise in human impact cause irreversible damage?