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An oddly named trail in Charon’s Garden Wilderness will take you on an epic trek through a rugged landscape of boulders, ...

All weather-related wildcards aside, hiking in Alaska is different from hiking in other states. Trails are long, remote, and ...

In Wyoming's Rocky Mountains, a short yet unforgettable hike winds through pristine wilderness, leading to one of the most ...

Spring in California means wildflowers are bursting into color all over the state. If you’re looking for a way to enjoy this.

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At 80 years old, Betty Kellenberger recently became the oldest woman to ever hike the entire Appalachian Trail.

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The Appalachian Trail Boardwalk in New Jersey offers an easy, breathtaking walk through wetlands and wildlife that feels ...

Access the Appalachian Trail's most-photographed viewpoint on the Virginia Triple Crown, one of the state's best hiking ...

California, a state often renowned for its scenic natural beauty, offers many enchanting forests, including this absolutely gorgeous option.

Marissa Ortega-Welch is the creator and host of KALW/NPR’s “How Wild,” a podcast about wilderness, how it’s changing, and what that says about humans. You can follow her on Instagram @howwildpodcast.