Browsing: Hiking & Backpacking

Hiking shoes may look simple from the outside, but a finished pair combines dozens of decisions about fit, materials, cushioning,…

Hiking trails give you a defined way to explore forests, mountains, parks, deserts, coastlines, and other natural areas on foot.…

Scrambling is the hands-on middle ground between hiking and rock climbing. You still travel through mountain or rocky terrain on…

Choosing between hiking shoes and running shoes for walking comes down mainly to where you plan to walk. A light,…

How steep a hiking trail feels depends on more than total elevation gain. A short climb that gains hundreds of…

New hiking shoes should feel comfortable before you ever reach the trail. Breaking them in is mainly a way to…

Hiking sticks, more commonly called trekking poles, can make high-elevation hiking around Blue Lakes near Breckenridge, Colorado, more comfortable and…

Mud, grit, sweat, and moisture are normal parts of hiking, but leaving them on your boots can shorten the life…

Hiking is more than a pleasant way to spend time outdoors. Depending on the trail, pace, elevation gain, and pack…

Starting hiking does not require expert-level fitness or expensive gear. A good first hike begins with a trail that fits…

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…