Latest hiking trails news
Out-and-back vs loop hiking trails: is one better than the other?
Besides personal satisfaction and preference, there are actually some good practical and environmental reasons to go circular
What does it take to maintain your favorite Colorado hiking trail?
We speak to a long time volunteer for the Colorado Trail about what it actually takes to keep hiking trails usable
What makes a hiking trail hard?
There are a few characteristic traits that will tell you if you’re going to be bounding along the trail in your hiking boots, or suffering with every step
What makes a good hiking trail?
All hiking is worth doing in our opinion, but some trails are extra special – here’s how to find the best ones
I know you didn’t drop it, but pick up that trash on the trail
If you’ve been hiking past trash on the trail for years, it’s time to pick it up – here’s why
How to choose a hiking trail in 10 easy steps
We walk you through the steps of how to choose a hiking trail to help you find your next great adventure, and put your hiking boots to the test
Hiking trail signs: what they mean and how to use them
We offer a quick guide to some common hiking trail signs – and a few other types of markers – so you can use them to your advantage on your walks and hikes
Best hikes in Shenandoah National Park: a mid-Atlantic oasis
The best hikes in Shenandoah National Park deliver shaded forest trails, cascading waterfalls, rocky lookouts and sections of the historic Appalachian Trail
