Outdoor Adventure

Plan a National Park Trip
Visit Pacific Rim National Park Reserve and you'll experience an ecosystem that interweaves the land and ocean.
National Parks
9 Canadian National Parks to Visit for a Beautiful Escape
Nothing solves a bad case of cabin fever like a national park, and Canada is in good supply.
November 06, 2024 04:21 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Trending News
The National Parks Just Got Their Largest Grant Ever—Here’s How It Will Improve the Visitor Experience
September 09, 2024 06:06 PM
Trending News
Grand Canyon’s South Rim Hotels Closed Due to Waterline Problems
August 30, 2024 12:13 PM
Hotels We Love
Visiting a National Park, but Don’t Want to Rough It? Book a Room at One of These Dreamy Hotels
August 27, 2024 03:27 PM

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Skiing, Snowboarding, and Winter Sports
Distant mountains over Mirror Lake, New York in the winter
Winter Sports
5 Places to Try a New Winter Sport Without the Crowds
November 05, 2024 06:57 PM
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Shayla Martin
Snow-covered mountains and trees.
Winter Sports
5 U.S. Ski Resorts to Visit for Avoiding the Crowds
November 04, 2024 11:49 PM
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Shayla Martin
A row of lodgings line a snowy ski slope at Deer Valley Resort
Trending News
This Ski-Only Utah Mountain Is Getting a Luxury Hotel, 100 New Trails, and Its First Bubble Chairlift
October 30, 2024 11:12 AM
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Stacey Lastoe

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Astrotourism
Man holding a blue light above snow at night, streaks of pink and green light in the background.
Astrotourism
The Northern Lights Will Be Incredible in the U.S. This Year—These Are the Best Places to See Them
August 13, 2024 12:02 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Outdoor Adventure
Ireland Is a Stargazer’s Dream Destination—Here’s Where to Admire the Night Sky
August 06, 2024 02:32 PM
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Yvonne Gordon
Starry sky over a canyon with shrubbery in the foreground
National Parks
9 Incredible U.S. National Parks for Stargazing
July 11, 2024 09:12 AM
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Anna Fiorentino

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Natural Wonders Worth Traveling For
Fall in Hudson Valley NY. Leaves changing color with overcast sky. Near Troy NY.
Natural Wonders
The 18 Best Places to See Fall Foliage in the USA
August 14, 2024 05:32 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
An aerial view of the Palm Beach Par 3 golf course and hotel along the beach in Florida
Natural Wonders
4 Outdoor Adventures Near Marriott Hotels in Florida
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The Best Meteor Shower of the Year Peaks This Weekend
Natural Wonders
The Perseid Meteor Shower Will Peak in August—Here’s How to See It
July 11, 2024 07:52 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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Hiking and Cycling
An overhead view of Egeskov Castle surrounded by a moat and manicured gardens in Denmark.
History + Culture
How to Go Off the Beaten Path in the Nordics
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A view of Bar Harbor, Maine with sailboats in the water, green rolling hills and colorful clouds
Natural Wonders
Maine’s Top Tastes and Sights According to a Local Baker
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Bright red autumn trees at sunset reflecting in the water at Scarborough Marsh in Maine
Hiking + Cycling
The Perfect Guide to Exploring Maine’s Natural Beauty, According to a Local
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Swimming, Surfing, and Water Sports
A red lifeguard's hut overlooking the light teal blue water at South Beach, Miami, Florida
Family Travel
Great Florida Destinations for Unforgettable Family or Group Trips
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A cloudy, empty beach with birds flying above in Padre Island, Texas
Health + Wellness
This Gulf Coast Beach Escape Has Seafood Feasts and Laid-Back Vibes
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Purple flowers blooming on a hill overlooking Padre Island National Seashore in Corpus Christi, Texas
Water Sports
Looking for an Active Beach Trip? Check Out This Coastal Destination
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Where (and How) to Go Camping
Camping Checklist: What to Pack for a Comfy Night Under the Stars
Camping
The Ultimate Camping Checklist for a Comfy Night Under the Stars
Plus a detailed, downloadable version that you can use for your next campout
May 23, 2024 01:54 PM
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Jessie Beck
AFAR Approved
Why This Japanese Outdoors Brand Is Our Go-To for Camp Kitchen Gear
May 21, 2024 06:06 PM
Camping
The 11 Best Hotels, Camping, and Glamping in the Great Smoky Mountains
April 24, 2024 12:46 PM
Camping
8 Beautiful Places to Camp in Colorado
April 23, 2024 06:42 PM

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Ditch the car and see this year's fall foliage by rail.
Outdoor Adventure
Going Car-Free Is the Best Way to See Fall Foliage
September 04, 2024 06:45 PM
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Miles Howard
Door County, Wisconsin, is one of the many easy-to-reach day trip destinations from Chicago.
Weekend Getaways
10 Easy Weekend Getaways From Chicago—No Flights Required
September 02, 2024 01:03 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
A 'ring of fire' solar eclipse with the sun still visible behind the moon in a darkened sky with trees down below
Trending News
A “Ring of Fire” Solar Eclipse Will Take Place This Fall—Here’s How to Plan an Epic Trip to See It
August 29, 2024 03:39 PM
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Bailey Berg
Beautiful look down travel aerial photograph of the abandoned railroad bridge crossing the Ontonagon River and scenic Agate Falls waterfall below surrounded by forest of evergreen and deciduous trees.
Outdoor Adventure
Michigan’s Spectacular Scenery Is Best Seen From an Electric Off-Road Vehicle
August 29, 2024 03:21 PM
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Jaclyn Trop
An American Bison roams the prairie at Joseph H. Williams Tallgrass Prairie Preserve near Pawhuska, Oklahoma
Outdoor Adventure
Here’s How to Experience North America’s Most Endangered (and Underrated) Ecosystem
August 29, 2024 03:00 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Ships floating off a dock, red and orange trees on land.
Outdoor Adventure
This Underrated Coast in the Midwest Is Full of Freshwater Adventure
August 29, 2024 09:03 AM
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Jacqueline Kehoe
Aerial view of island panorama with a blue lagoon and sand dropping into the deep ocean.
Outdoor Adventure
Do Underwater Waterfalls Actually Exist?
August 28, 2024 01:48 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Kurobe Gorge Railway, Kurobe, Toyama, Japan
Outdoor Adventure
8 Beautiful Places in Japan for Fall Foliage
August 22, 2024 09:08 AM
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Rob Goss
Colorful homes and craggy seaside cliffs in Italy's Cinque Terre with a ramp into the sea lined with sea kayaks
Outdoor Adventure
Cinque Terre’s Most Beloved Hiking Path Fully Reopens After More Than a Decade
August 21, 2024 04:45 PM
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Erica Firpo
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Health + Wellness
Adventure and Enrichment Await in the Nordic Countries
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a big blue sky with white clouds over a landscape of green prairie grass and a river at Valles Caldera National Preserve New Mexico
National Parks
Fall Travel Idea: The Southwestern City That’s a Gateway to Three National Parks
August 16, 2024 09:25 AM
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Billie Cohen
A birds-eye view of rafts on a river in the Kennebec Valley in Maine
Outdoor Adventure
From Lobster Rolls to Scenic trails, Maine’s Seasonal Adventures Await
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A white building tucked into a dramatic, steep cliffside lined with rocks and trees in Fonzaso, Italy
Trending News
3 New Trails Have Opened in Italy and Portugal, Including 2 Thrilling Long-Distance Treks
August 12, 2024 06:20 PM
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Bailey Berg
Waterfalls surrounded by rocky cliffs with trees
Outdoor Adventure
This State Launched an Official Waterfall Trail—and Some Stops Are Wheelchair-Accessible
August 07, 2024 07:16 PM
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Bailey Berg
In the heart of downtown Guerneville, Boon Eat + Drink's menu is delightfully fresh and colorful.
Restaurants + Cafés
This Outdoorsy California Destination Has an Unexpected Food Scene
August 02, 2024 02:32 PM
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Jennifer Maerz
People bending over and planting trees in the ground with a bridge in the background
Longreads
New York City Is Known for Big Things. Its Latest Attraction Is Tiny.
August 01, 2024 10:35 AM
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Harrison Hill
A wooden cabin-like building in a clearing surrounded by trees with a deer in the foreground
Hotel News + Openings
A Japanese Outdoor Brand Debuted Its Glamping Concept in the U.S. We Got a First Look
July 31, 2024 12:20 PM
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Naomi Tomky
A full moon over the mountains and the Columbia River in Oregon's Columbia River Gorge
Hiking + Cycling
This Scenic Stretch Outside Portland, Oregon, Offers Wildflowers, Waterfalls, and More
July 31, 2024 12:02 PM
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Sophie Friedman
A room with a view at Habitas AlUla
Hotels
4 Hotels, 4 Distinct Adventures in the Arabian Desert
July 30, 2024 09:00 AM
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Laura Dannen Redman
Aerial view of am monastery surrounded by green fields.
Road Trips
Testing Out the Next Evolution of EV Travel—the Electric Camper Van
July 29, 2024 04:10 PM
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Elissa Garay
Diablo Lake in North Cascades National Park offers memorable views.
National Parks
13 Underrated U.S. National Parks You Really Should Visit This Year
July 19, 2024 03:30 PM
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Jessie Beck
A woman hiking near cliffs on a trail
Outdoor Adventure
4 Things I Wish I Knew Before Traveling Solo to a National Park
July 17, 2024 06:53 PM
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Bailey Berg
6 Awesome Hiking Apps for Adventurous Travelers
Hiking + Cycling
6 Great Hiking Apps for Adventurous Travelers
July 17, 2024 06:59 AM
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Kayla Matthews
Tall ship on open water
Outdoor Adventure
Tall Ships Are a Slow Travel Adventure—Here’s Where to Find Them in the U.S.
July 12, 2024 11:35 AM
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Pat Tompkins
A National Park Lover’s Guide to Glamping
National Parks
The Best Glamping Retreats Near U.S. National Parks
July 11, 2024 04:19 PM
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Brooke Vaughan
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National Parks
National Parks Trails That Are Truly Accessible
July 10, 2024 10:14 AM
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Cory Lee
A spectacular Sanibel beach
Outdoor Adventure
An Insider’s Guide to Fort Myers
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Outdoor Adventure
The Tallest Mountain in the World May Not Be What You Think
July 01, 2024 06:27 PM
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Susan Portnoy
Multicolored houses on the hillside by the ocean
Outdoor Adventure
Visit One of Italy’s Most Beautiful and Beloved Spots—Without the Crowds
June 30, 2024 12:00 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
The Year-Round Guide to Getting Outside in Idaho
Outdoor Adventure
This State Is an Underrated Spot for Outdoor Adventure, All Year Long
June 27, 2024 12:06 PM
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Megan Hill
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