A Century of Denali National Park Kristen Pope|October 25, 2017 In honor of its 100th birthday, Kristen Pope, who worked there for three summers, breaks down the history and rugged wilderness of this 6-mi...
Paul Hlina’s Thru-Hike Cinnamon Janzer|October 23, 2017 In 1995, Paul Hlina became the first person to complete Minnesota's Superior Hiking Trail—and he did it on crutches. Two decades later, loca...
How to Get More Kids Outside with Hike it Baby Zoë Rom|October 20, 2017 What we can learn from the founder of one of hiking's biggest new movements As a new mother, Shanti Hodges was looking for more ways to ge...
Spain’s Resurgence of Long-Distance Shepherding Lara Hamburger|October 18, 2017 How hiking and shepherding work together to maintain a tradition as old as Spain itself Alejandro Jiménez opens up a gate and whistles, w...
Hike the Washington Side of the Columbia River Gorge Matt Wastradowski|October 10, 2017 If you need your Gorge fix while fire restoration work continues in Oregon, there's good news: The Washington side of the Gorge remains mostly unscathed.
3 Sisters’ Mission to Transform Nepal’s Mountain Guide Industry Emily Hopcian|October 9, 2017 In the Nepalese Himalayas, the Chhetri sisters are empowering local women and revolutionizing the trekking industry—one female guide at a ti...
Member Portrait: Ralph “TRLBLZRS” Lee REI Staff|October 3, 2017 In 2014 REI member Ralph Lee created TRLBLZRS, an LA-based hiking group aimed at getting people from all walks of life outdoors and connected to nature.
Where to See the Best Fall Foliage in the Pacific Northwest Matt Wastradowski|October 2, 2017 A hiker's paradise of reds, oranges and yellows Dozens of trails throughout Washington and Oregon hit peak leaf between now and November,...
Justin Simoni Summits Colorado’s Highest Hundred Peaks. In 60 Days. Zoë Rom|September 28, 2017 The Long Ranger finished Colorado's Centennial Peaks in 60 days. Here's how he did it, how burritos aided his mission and what his accomplis...
5 Historic Hikes to Celebrate Public Lands Day Matt Wastradowski|September 27, 2017 Whether hiking in the shadow of Devils Tower or following a stretch of one of the world’s longest footpaths, the best way to celebrate is by...
Outdoor Nation Inspires the Next Generation of Outdoor Enthusiasts Jill Price|September 18, 2017 For the past three years, the Outdoor Foundation has been getting thousands of college students outside through friendly campus challenge.
5 Tips for a Crowd-Free Hiker’s Road Trip in the West Matt Wastradowski|September 15, 2017 Grab your map, pack and favorite playlist. It's time to hit the open road. Whether bagging the 14ers of Colorado, bouncing between Utah’s n...
