The word “rugged” gets thrown around a lot, but the Sourland Mountain Preserve in Hillsborough actually earns it. This rocky ...

Mount Whitney draws thousands each year. Here’s how to hike California’s tallest peak safely, from permits and routes to gear ...

The body of the woman from Carlsbad, California, was discovered by hikers on a trail last week, leaving them shocked while ...

The intrusion of e-bikes is sparking a fierce backlash from traditional trail users and forcing land managers into a ...

Hiking accidents happen in the wilderness. Both hikers and their four-legged friends require rescuing from time to time.

How far is it to the lake?” As volunteer wilderness rangers, that’s the most common question we hear on the trail. We also ...

This easy Georgia hike offers scenic views, gentle terrain, and a rewarding outdoor experience that makes enjoying nature ...

The disappearance of rocket scientist Monica Reza has taken a chilling new turn after new details about her work and its ties ...

A study of hundreds of hikers and runners reveals a dangerous gap between how safe we feel and the gear we actually carry.

A local nonprofit hosted an event Saturday giving people with disabilities a chance to experience the outdoors through rides ...

A helicopter crew found Molly the border collie after her owner survived a 180-foot fall in New Zealand, ending a weeklong search.

Solo hiking can bring quiet, focus and freedom. But it also requires judgment, preparation and knowing when to turn back A hiker on Noonmark Mountain in the Adirondacks. Solo hiking is common across ...