Top Trails and Ales in Colorado Eric Smith|November 18, 2016 A taste of the Centennial State's best craft brews and backcountry hikes Colorado is a beer lover's mecca. The state boasts 284 craft bre...
The Best California Trails to #OptOutside on This Black Friday Laura Bauer|November 8, 2016 Forget long lines and pre-dawn shopping. We've got a better way to spend the day after Thanksgiving. Sure, you could camp out to get a de...
This Is Why You Need to Go to Indian Peaks Right Now Ben Matthews|October 28, 2016 Discover the stunning beauty of Crater Lake Indian Peaks with this must-read guide. Plan your adventure now and explore the best hiking trails in the area.
The Best Peaks for Epic Summit Photos Laura Bauer|October 27, 2016 Selfie stick not required Every trail provides something memorable, but it’s that little something extra that keeps us chasing summits: u...
The Top Trails and Ales in Oregon Matt Wastradowski|October 26, 2016 5 craft breweries, 8 adventure-filled hikes It's no secret that we in Oregon love our beer. According to the Brewers Association, an indu...
A Cartographer’s Hiking Bucket List Jeremy Goldsmith|October 14, 2016 Because the best person to pick your next favorite trail is the one who maps them for a living Growing up in Los Angeles, my family and I...
How to Photograph Beautiful Waterfalls Backpacker Magazine|October 10, 2016 Learn to produce cascade shots that actually do justice to the real thing. Watch the Weather If possible, wait for a cloudy day, which sim...
Welcome to Suburban National Park Paradise Mikah Meyer|October 7, 2016 Cuyahoga Valley, where urban living meets some of the best hiking trails in the Midwest "What can't you do here?" my travel companion ask...
5 Reasons to Visit Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Mikah Meyer|September 26, 2016 Hidden hikes and backcountry island camping make this NPS unit a must-see. Located on the northwest coast of Michigan's Lower Peninsula s...
9 of Colorado’s Top Hikes Laura Bauer|September 23, 2016 Learn the beauty of Upper Buffalo Wilderness on one of Colorado's top hikes. Explore stunning landscapes and wildlife on this unforgettable adventure.
5 Under-the-Radar Hikes in the Upper Midwest’s National Park Units Mikah Meyer|September 14, 2016 Discover the top 5 backpacking trails in the Midwest's national park units. REI's expert guide will help you plan your next adventure.
5 Best Hikes to Waterfalls in National Parks Laura Bauer|September 9, 2016 We've rounded up some of the prettiest waterfall hikes in our national parks. Find the perfect waterfall hike in your local park at the REI Co-Op Journal!
