Itching to get out onto the trails? Check out our list of hiking essentials, designed to keep you safe and maximize comfort as you plod through the wilderness. It's always important to have the right ...

Whether you're camping or hiking, if you ever encounter an emergency on your outdoor adventures, these two safety kits from ...

If it’s your first time hiking, it won’t be enjoyable without the right gear. Firstly, you’ve got your obvious hiking kit, like a backpack to store everything in – like your hiking snacks and water ...

Not all hiking gear is created equal. In this showdown, we compare budget-friendly and premium hiking essentials, ...

Outdoorsy types look forward to the summertime for the warm weather, backyard barbecues, and sunny skies just like the rest, but the main event for the mountain lovers among us? The official kickoff ...

Whether you’re a beginner or an Adirondack 46er, being prepared is the first step toward a safe and enjoyable hike. But wearing proper clothing and sturdy, comfortable footwear is just the start.

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SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) – The Carolinas offer a variety of hiking options. You can hike a mountain or near water, but the key to hiking is to be prepared. “Start local. You have Parris Mountain State ...

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There's nothing more reliable than a paper map, and these durable, waterproof trail options from National Geographic will give you insights to your surroundings as you hike. Covering national parks in ...

During the past couple of weeks, since one of Washington's best-known hikers died alone on the flanks of Mount Rainier, I've done a lot of thinking about all of the solitary backpacks I used to make ...