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.
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.
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.
Echoes at High Altitude: REI’s Second Climb for a Cause Benefits More than Charity Adam Setzer|August 24, 2015 REI employees go to new heights as they climb for a cause up one of the United States's tallest volcanoes. Three climbers share why they attempted to summit.
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.
Bucket List: Backpacking Yosemite’s Half Dome Joy Martin|August 19, 2015 Take a trip to Yosemite National Park for a fun-filled backpacking experience with REI Adventures, including visiting the iconic Half Dome.
Famous U.S. Summits: Denali, Alaska Brendan Leonard|August 18, 2015 Whether you are visiting the park or attempting a climb, Denali (or Mount McKinley), the tallest North American mountain, leaves many in awe on a clear day.
Famous U.S. Summits: Mount Rainier, Washington Brendan Leonard|July 30, 2015 Washington's Mount Rainier draws climbers from all over the world. Climb to Camp Muir or to the summit and experience once of the U.S. tallest peaks.
Four Ultimate National Park Road Trips REI Staff|July 11, 2015 Follow the suggested national park road trips or create your own. Either way, get out and explore these protected lands and sites.
Choosing Mount Rainier’s Wonderland Trail – My First Backpacking Trip Joseph Concannon|July 7, 2015 A first-time backpacker shares his experience crossing valleys, forests and alpine along the 93-mile Mount Rainier's Wonderland Trail.
Cycling East Coast Greenways to Washington, D.C. National Parks Alyson Boyer Rode|July 3, 2015 Cycle along Washington, D.C.'s National Monuments via the East Coast Greenway and learn about U.S. history while avoiding city traffic and parking.
