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Finding a good hiking trail nearby is about more than choosing the closest pin on a map. The best local…

Stone Mountain Park in Georgia combines one of the Atlanta area’s most recognizable natural landmarks with about 3,200 acres of…

Knowing a little trail-specific Spanish can make hiking in Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America, and other Spanish-speaking destinations much…

Hiking shoes should feel secure around your heel and midfoot without squeezing your foot, while the toe box should leave…

The right hiking gear should keep you comfortable, help you manage changing conditions, and give you a backup plan when…

Packing a hiking backpack well is about more than fitting everything inside. The right pack, a balanced load, easy access…

The Appalachian Trail (A.T.) is one of the longest and best-known hiking routes in the United States, running from Springer…

What you wear hiking in summer should keep you cool without leaving you unprepared for sun, rain, wind, insects, rough…

Packing a hiking backpack well is about more than fitting everything inside. The goal is to keep the load stable,…

Switchbacks are the back-and-forth turns you often see on hiking trails that climb mountains, canyon walls, and other steep terrain.…

Knowing how to talk about hiking in Spanish can make a trail day much easier, whether you are asking for…

Timberland makes several boots that work well for hiking, but the answer depends on the model. A dedicated Timberland hiking…