Hiking is one of the easiest outdoor activities to start, but every hiker makes mistakes at first. These are the most common mistakes beginners make, and how to avoid them.

While most national parks encourage visitors to stay on the designated trails, Petrified Forest National Park has a new plan.

From a classic Pacific Northwest forest to mountain peaks and glacial lakes, here’s why it’s worth visiting North Cascades National Park.

Alfredo Aliaga crossed the Grand Canyon from rim to rim at 92, breaking the world record. The legacy he’s leaving is even bigger than that.

Connecticut and the outdoors may not always come to mind, but there’s still plenty of great outdoorsy spots in the Constitution State.

There’s a lot you can do at Crater Lake, including taking a swim. Many people don’t know that you can swim in Crater Lake. Here’s everything you need to know.

The proposed Chuckwalla National Monument aims to protect more of California’s desert while creating more places for recreation.

There are a few things to consider when picking your first overnight trail. These are five perfect backpacking trips for beginners.

The JMT is one of the most epic thru-hikes in the U.S. Here’s everything hikers need to know to get a permit for the John Muir Trail.

Tired of the cold? You can expect some warmer temperatures soon by visiting Gulf Islands National Seashore.