Our Best Trail Magic Stories Mary Beth Skylis|September 20, 2024 Trail magic is a special kindness shown to a long-haul hiker. Maybe it's a snack, a ride or a friendly face, but it's always unforgettable.
Yosemite Wilderness and Half Dome Permits Guide Ryan Wichelns|August 22, 2024 Whether you’re backpacking, day hiking or climbing Half Dome, learn how to snag the right Yosemite National Park permits.
Gear I Hold Dear: My Silk Pillowcase Mardi Fuller|June 12, 2024 For one avid backpacker, bringing a silk pillowcase outdoors is about more than maintaining hydrated locks—it symbolizes family, community and connection.
How to Hike with a Partner REI Staff|May 24, 2024 Some of our most magical moments are spent outside. Here's how to share them with the right person.
Best Hikes to See the 2024 Solar Eclipse Matt Wastradowski|January 25, 2024 Whether you’re looking for a short walk or an escape into nature, here are five scenic trails on which to see the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024.
How to Hike the Camino de Santiago Kade Krichko|January 17, 2024 The Camino de Santiago, or the Way of St. James, is an epic Catholic pilgrimage to the Spanish city of Santiago de Compostela.
A Journey to Complete the Pacific Crest Trail REI Staff|October 13, 2023 Jasmine Star undertook her first section of the PCT at age 50. Over a decade later, the completion of her goal is within sight.
What’s In My Pack with Ibraheem Basir of A Dozen Cousins REI Staff|February 1, 2023 We take a peek into what the founder and CEO of A Dozen Cousins brings along for a family picnic on the beach.
Damon Yeh: Limitless Sides to Outside Damon Yeh|May 24, 2021 There are so many ways to enjoy time outside. This is one of many unique stories we’re sharing as part of our effort to highlight the Limitl...
Gear I Hold Dear: My Flash 52 Backpack Kelly Bastone|August 6, 2020 Neither ultralight nor ultraluxe, the REI Co-op Flash taught our tester to find bliss in moderation.
The Best Trail Snacks to Make at Home Sarah Grothjan|May 22, 2020 Reach for these backpacking snacks next time hunger strikes.
