Latest articles by Will Symons
Trekkers urged to light their path after hiking accidents kill two people in ten days in Snowdonia
Both hikers died in similar incidents at Eryri National Park - make sure you're well lit for tough winter hikes with our top tips
Wild swimmers are safer in lakes and rivers where beavers live, thanks to their pollution blocking dams, study finds
Researchers uncovered the cleansing effects of dams after monitoring beaver-engineered water systems
These five-star Merrell trail runners are "great for handling technical terrain and mixed conditions with confidence" - and now 25% off
The Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 trail running shoes are a lightweight, breathable option for bouncing around tough, technical trails
Hikers and runners in Utah get 20 miles of new trails, bucking trend of routes closing due to federal spending cuts
The new routes in Washington County take trekkers through rugged terrain and scenic forests
Our favorite lightweight trekking poles will "please both summit bagging hikers and ridge-hopping skyrunners" - and they're almost $50 off
The Leki Cross Trail Lite Carbon trekking poles provide a useful boost whether you're running on the trails or hiking through the mountains
Watch the dramatic moment a stranded father and son were saved from the side of a Utah cliff face by mountain rescue
Rescuers from Utah Mountain Rescue spotted the pair using heat-sensing night-vision cameras and winched them to safety
Iconic South African hiking trails closed after fierce Table Mountain wildfire
A raging wildfire has scarred large areas of Cape Town's Table Mountain but now appears to be under control
We gave these 'insanely comfortable' Helly Hansen Switchback Trail HT hiking boots five stars in our review - and they're up to 50% off
We ranked them as our 'most comfortable hiking boots for weather protection' - and you can find them at a bargain price right now
Six figure fortune of legendary Scottish climber Hamish MacInnes left to mountaineering charity
The Scottish Mountaineering Trust aims to use MacInnes's estate to carry on his legacy, championing Scottish mountaineering
Hikers hit the trails in aid of cancer charity Macmillan - and Decathlon is getting on board
Decathlon has pledged to donate 15% of all sales from the event's official kit list to Macmillan
Scottish mountain rescue urges climbers to wear crampons, not microspikes, after a challenging winter rescue
The Killin Mountain Rescue team issued the warning after two hikers were saved from freezing conditions
Garmin Fenix smartwatch users get 80 fresh features and bug fixes in new large-scale update
Users can access new heart-rate monitor features, training modes and mountaineering mapping
These Salewa hiking shoes combine a stable outsole, waterproof construction, and breathable lining - and they're 30% off
The Salewa Wildfire 2 hiking shoes are designed for tough, technical hiking in all climates - get yours while you can
British hiker who fell from off-limits trail in the Himalayas dies despite 23 hour rescue mission to save him
The 27-year-old man and his hiking partner were unaware that the treacherous area in the Dhauladar mountain range was shut for the winter
Iconic American hiking trails under threat as Trump administration freezes maintenance funding and workers are sacked
Warnings that the Pacific Crest Trail could fall into disrepair come after thousands of jobs cut in the National Park Service and Forest Service
Our expert reviewer says these Merrell hiking boots are "easily one of the most comfortable boots I’ve ever worn," and they're 25% off right now
The Merrell Moab Speed 2 hiking boots combine ample cushioning with a comfortable fit and lightweight build - get yours while you can
Protesters take to the streets in support of National Park workers who've lost their jobs after a chaotic week for the NPS
Hiring freezes by the Trump administration have cut thousands of temporary and full-time roles before the peak summer season
Hikers flocking to see eruption of Mount Etna cause chaos, blocking emergency services and putting themselves in danger
The active volcano is currently putting on a spectacular display of spurting lava and ash clouds - here's how to see it safely
"It felt like someone was pulling me uphill" - hikers take on one of China's toughest treks wearing AI-powered exoskeletons
In a week-long trial, more than 200 hikers wore the robotic devices to help them to scale Mount Tai in Shandong, China
Our favorite lightweight Nemo tent "oozes high-end quality" - and you can get it for almost $200 off right now
The Nemo Hornet Osmo ultralight tent is a reliable, easy-to-use option for wilderness backpacking, with minimal bulk and plenty of room
Take a sip from Yeti mugs, bottles, and more in two new eye-catching colorways, inspired by the Montana wilderness and nature's nightlights
The bright and colorful Firefly and Big Sky Blue colorways are available on Yeti drinkware, coolers and more
New Colorado trail takes hikers through almost 300 miles of Rocky Mountain wilderness
The new Northern Colorado trail connects hundreds of routes around the Rocky Mountains National Park and other wilderness areas
Not enough snow! No, you can't ski in Yosemite this season, but here's what you can get up to instead
The Badger Pass Ski area won't be opening its doors, but there are still plenty of winter activities to enjoy at Yosemite National Park
