In 2002, on day eight of my first-ever thru hike of the Appalachian Trail, I descended to the Nantahala Outdoor Center at mile 138 with a deflated spirit, a crushingly heavy pack, shin splints, and ...

These fully adjustable trekking poles come with a variety of accessories, including a rifle mount. Plus, they come wrapped in a Mossy Oak pattern. These poles are a favorite for thru hikers, ...

A great pair of trekking poles will boost your comfort and stamina on the trail — and spare you from some post-hike aches and pains. Travel + Leisure / David Hattan Trekking poles are an important — ...

Over the last couple of years, as I’ve got more into trail running, I’ve realized they can be super useful for brisker adventures too. After all, a lot of trail running – or mountain running anyway – ...

Destination hiking is a key component of many people's summer travel plans, especially as trails open up at national parks like Glacier, Yellowstone and more. If you've been eagerly awaiting the ...

Several years ago, while hiking to the bottom of the Grand Canyon with my family, my wife, Esther, developed “canyon knee,” also known as “hiker’s knee” or, in medical terms, “patellar tendinitis.” ...

Some still debate the merits of using trekking poles, but most hikers won’t leave home without them. Poles can help you power up steep climbs, support your weight on downhills, and provide extra ...

LINN COUNTY, Oregon — We escape the hustle and bustle of the daily grind on a gas tank getaway to a wildflower bonanza on a colorful Cascade hike at Oregon’s Iron Mountain. On a dreamy summer morning, ...

Backpackers looking to sleep under the stars in Oregon’s central Cascade Mountain wilderness should get their plans in order now. Overnight wilderness permits will go on sale Tuesday, April 4, for the ...