Let’s face it: While you might live for the great outdoors, not all of your family or friends are born campers. But that doesn’t mean you can’t spend a few nights together in the wilderness—provided you choose your accommodations to suit everyone in your crew. Whether you prefer the beach or the mountains, these all-inclusive [...]

The Wave is a must-see for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. Though the hike is strenuous (6 miles in the hot sun), getting to see the stunning sandstone formations is worth every minute on the trail—plus it makes for some phenomenal photographs. Since the late 1980s, though, you’ve needed to apply for a chance [...]

The western U.S. is home to some of the earth’s most concentrated geothermal activity. From geysers and fumaroles to lava tubes and hot springs, getting outside and seeing earth science in action with your own eyes is an incredible experience. While Yellowstone is well known for its geysers, and has the highest concentration of them [...]

There’s mountain biking... and then there’s mountain biking in Utah.  The state is home to some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world, and its many world-renowned mountain biking destinations boast a ton of diverse landscapes, elevations and difficulty levels.  Let’s take a look at Utah’s top trails, some of the best in the [...]

Meg O’Neil was a lot of things. She was a skilled ice climber, an experienced outdoorswoman, and a mentor to dozens of aspiring climbers and mountaineers. And, as her final actions proved, she was also a selfless friend. On April 2, O’Neil was climbing Raven Falls, a frozen cascade in northern Utah, with two climbing [...]

There’s been a lot of public lands news in the media this week, but the latest announcement deserves some special attention. Last Thursday, the Biden administration proposed a new rule that could change the way the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) stewards its 245 million acres of land. If approved, the rule could change the [...]

There’s no better way to cool off from a warm weather hike than by taking a dip in a lake, pond or swimming hole. Such bodies of water can be found in forests throughout the United States. Some are hidden gems, while some attract groups of people looking to cool off.   Pack a towel, grab [...]

This April, we earthlings will get a rare opportunity to watch meteors streak across the sky during the Lyrid meteor shower, which comes from the debris of Comet Thatcher, officially named C/1861 G1 (Thatcher). While the Lyrid meteor shower can feature bursts of up to 100 meteors per hour, 10 to 15 meteors per hour [...]

Looking for a relaxing soak? Before you take a dip, you should know, not all swimming pools are created equal. From where they’re located to the available amenities around them, if you’re scouting for a perfect spot, we rounded up the most unique swimming pools in the world. Which one of these will land on [...]

If you’re an avid skier, you may be aware that a certain celebrity has been sued for crashing into an elderly man on skis. The celebrity, of course, is Oscar-winning actress and self-styled wellness guru Gwyneth Paltrow. Some media sites have referred to the ongoing trial as “the funniest sporting lawsuit of all time.” The [...]