Swimming Holes are a beloved summertime ritual that’s equally sweet in its simplicity—all you really need is a swimsuit and a bit of insider savvy to find the best spots
How to Go Beach Backpacking
Ditch the beach crowds for your own private wilderness, and forget the ritzy resort hotel with its fuzzy bathrobes and redundant oceanside pools for a tent and a bed on the world’s best natural mattress—the sand.
4 Southern California Hot Springs for Backpackers Only
For a resplendent escape from the sprawl and bustle of the Los Angeles area, grab your backpack and bathing suit and hit the trail to explore these four incredible hot springs in Southern California—Mother Nature’s best day spas.
6 Best 3-Day Backpacking Trips Around the World
Dreaming of trekking along mountaintops, summiting peaks, and meandering around rivers? Yeah, us too.
5 Reasons to Try Solo Adventuring and How to Make it Happen
Car camping, backpacking, or hiking by yourself can be intimidating. But we’ll let you in on a little secret—it can also be freeing and empowering.
The 8 Best Day Hikes in National Parks
National parks really are America’s Best Idea, and the best way to see them is to get off the road and carry your pack to an unforgettable destination.
7 Breathtaking Hikes in Utah that Aren’t in National Parks
Whether you love trekking through the desert or summiting peaks, we have a hike you’ll love at one of these beautiful alternatives to the national parks.
9 of the Best 3-Day, 5-Day, and Weeklong Backpacking Trips in the US
Here are a few of our top picks for the best trails to explore, whether you have three days, five days, or a full week
A 13,776-Foot Summit of The Mighty Grand Teton
As I reflect back on my Summit for Someone experience with Big City Mountaineers, I realized that my life would look very different had I not taken a giant leap of faith and gone on the Grand Teton climb
6 Under-the-Radar Countries to Visit Now
In the age of social media, it almost seems as if no place on the planet has escaped the lens of a smartphone camera. But beyond the trending hotspots, there are places still overlooked by travelers. Countries that are overshadowed by bigger, more illustrious neighbors.