"Do you want a beer, Moses?" I asked, as we sat by the campfire on a chilly, Maine evening. He accepted and I handed him a Blue Moon. Moses was taking a rest day on his Appalachian Trail section hike ...

WHITE SALMON — I was just starting the climb at Coyote Wall, the sunlit hiking trail in the eastern Columbia River Gorge, when a distinct whooshing sound arose. It sounded like a waterfall, which ...

Getting on the trail in the western United States means entering one of nature's most awe-inspiring territories. The expansive landscapes offer breathtaking vistas, challenging terrain, and ...

A recent college graduate documents his challenging experience hiking all 2,185 miles of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and explores how that trail came to be.

King Charles was reportedly worried when Prince William and Kate Middleton were expecting their first child. According to a source, the 76-year-old allegedly panicked, thinking that the “monarchy ...

One of the easiest hikes near Walhalla, South Carolina, Station Cove Falls trail has a big pay-off! Thanks to its lack of elevation, easy to follow trail, and beautiful cascade at the end of the trail ...

Trail hiking shoes are changing the way people think about their treks into the wilderness. The traditional thought that you need a heavy pair of hiking boots with high ankle support for deep walks ...

The foundation of any hiking kit is solid, dependable footwear — something with a grippy outsole, a breathable, abrasion-resistant upper and just enough cushioning to provide comfort while maintaining ...

Although we love the durability and support of a good pair of hiking boots, many hikers these days are leaning toward lighter, more flexible low-top shoes as their go-to hiking kicks. And as the ...

Hiking is a highly beneficial physical activity that can help you burn calories. The number of calories you burn depends on factors like your weight and the steepness of the trail. Hiking is an ...

HAVING THE RIGHT footwear might be the most important decision a hiker can make (that, and letting someone know where they’re going). But there’s plenty of debate about which type of footwear is ...