Violet Crown Trail – A Trail to Connect Them All Ali Carr Troxell|September 7, 2015 The Violet Crown Trail is a new trail extending into the Hill Country from the heart of Austin, Texas, creates the biggest trail system in the region.
Why Trails Matter to Me, and How Every Trail Connects Caroline Gleich|September 4, 2015 Caroline Gleich shares the importance of trails. Trail play a role in her life and have a deeper meaning than a paved path.
Cumberland Island – Carnegie-Style Backcountry Bliss in Georgia Ali Carr Troxell|September 4, 2015 Once a retreat for the rich and famous, Cumberland Island off the Georgia coast will soon have a well-signed and mapped network of 50 miles of backcountry trails.
7 Reasons Nick Offerman Missed His True Calling as an REI Green Vest REI Staff|September 2, 2015 Nick Offerman's character in the "A Walk in the Woods" film helps outfit hikers prepare for their Appalachian Trail journey.
Mount Columbia Summit Trail – Becoming an Enjoyable 14er Ali Carr Troxell|September 2, 2015 The notoriously Mount Columbia, one of Colorado’s 14,000-foot mountains, gets a facelift. Check out the work that is being done to make the climb enjoyable.
Gear Review: REI Traverse 28 Pack Brian Mohr & Emily Johnson|September 1, 2015 Find comfort on those long day hikes with the REI Traverse 28 pack. The REI UpLift™ compression system improves your balance by pulling the load up and in.
Coast to Crest Trail – Uniting the Trails in San Diego’s San Dieguito River Park Megan Michelson|August 31, 2015 Explore the 10-miles of the California's Coast to Crest Trail. Enjoy nature with hiking along the trail or observe the wildlife that makes this area home.
Weekend 1440 Project – Every Trail Connects REI Staff|August 26, 2015 Last weekend, we asked the REI Instagram community to share their favorite trails by tagging photos #REI1440Project. Share how every trail connects you to the outdoors.
Light, But Not So Fast, in Alaska’s Chugach Mountains Matt & Agnes Hage|August 26, 2015 In search of climbing and scrambling peaks, a couple shares their journey of navigating and traversing Alaska's Chugach Mountains.
One Superior Trail Megan Michelson|August 26, 2015 Superior Hiking Trail Association aims to make Minnesota’s 310-mile Superior Hiking Trail even more majestic.
Preserving Hiking History: Restoring the Appalachian Trail at Bear Mountain Ali Carr Troxell|August 24, 2015 The original section of the Appalachian Trail in upstate New York gets a face-lift to accommodate millions of visitors and preserve Bear Mountain State Park.
Backbone of the Santa Monica Mountains Megan Michelson|August 21, 2015 At long last, Santa Monica’s Backbone Trail will see the completion of its last two missing links. Head on out and explore and connect with nature.
