Having the proper footwear can make or break your hiking experience. But with all of the options out there, which type of ...

The last five miles of the Appalachian Trail is a daunting hike up Mount Katahdin, a 5,628-foot peak in Maine. Though only a small fraction of the length of the trail, it is by far the most ...

For most, life after graduation is an adventure. But Kyle Mack, a senior geology major, and Sarah Terrell, a 2012 Virginia Tech alumna, are redefining "adventure" as they plan to backpack the 2,200 ...

Zion is one of America's most beloved National Parks! The name Zion alone instantly brings thoughts of several iconic po ...

Hike a 2,190-mile trail one summer. Trek a 2,650-mile trail the next year. And follow up by knocking off a 2,800-mile trail on the third year. Sound like a good idea? Tucsonans Megan McGowan and Paul ...

As first-time backpackers, Gabriela Gutierrez and Devin Weitz had to train for an entire year to successfully hike deep into ...

In recent days, the Pleasanton, Calif., couple cleared the final major hurdle -- the Sierra Nevada -- and were near their goal of becoming the first backpackers to traverse the transcontinental ...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (Edited News Release/KY3) - Ring in the new year with fun, fresh air, and scenic views, or start a new tradition with your friends and family by participating in a First Day Hike ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — On Wednesday, May 29, KHON2.com’s Unfit Adventurer decided to go and check out the Mānoa Falls Trail Hike. It’s one of Honolulu’s most popular hiking trails, up there with Lēʻahi ...

First Day Hikes are a popular New Year's Day tradition that invites people to start their year with an outdoor adventure. Arizona State Parks offer the hikes every Jan. 1, giving visitors a chance to ...