Trout lilies and Virginia spring beauties in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

6 Best Places to Hike for Wildflowers

Korrin Bishop | Jun 05, 2023
Colorful blooms pop up across parks from late winter through fall for nature photography and delight.
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Fastpacker Sets Fastest Known Time for John Muir Trail

Fastpacker Sets Fastest Known Time for John Muir Trail

Gossamer Gear | Mar 09, 2023
A 220-mile trek from Yosemite National Park to Mount Whitney in 72 hours and 47 minutes.
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Hike the Appalachian Trail Through the Smokies: The Ultimate Guide

Hike the Appalachian Trail Through the Smokies: The Ultimate Guide

Korrin Bishop | Oct 19, 2022
While there are several AT section hikes to choose from, the stretch through Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a...
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5 Great Rails-to-Trails Paths for Your Next Adventure

5 Great Rails-to-Trails Paths for Your Next Adventure

Korrin Bishop | Jul 13, 2022
Accessible rail-trail options for all skill levels that offer history, scenery, and fun trail towns along the way.
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5 Ways to Embrace Winter on Wisconsin’s Door Peninsula

5 Ways to Embrace Winter on Wisconsin’s Door Peninsula

Korrin Bishop | Jan 06, 2022
Places like Door County, Wisconsin offer ways for us to redefine outdoor adventure and embrace the chill.
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Enjoy Spooky Season With These Smoky Mountain Haunts

Enjoy Spooky Season With These Smoky Mountain Haunts

Gossamer Gear | Oct 14, 2021
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is full of seasonal haunts worth your exploration this October.
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A Newbie Tackles Ultralight Bikepacking on the Great Divide

A Newbie Tackles Ultralight Bikepacking on the Great Divide

Gossamer Gear | Sep 16, 2021
Gossamer Gear Founder Glen Van Peski details how to translate ultralight backpacking to bikepacking.
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Sirena Rana Talks Best Day Hikes on the Arizona National Scenic Trail

Sirena Rana Talks Best Day Hikes on the Arizona National Scenic Trail

Korrin Bishop | May 13, 2021
Get ready for your next hike on the Arizona Trail with tips and tricks from our own Sirena Rana and her new book!
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Hiking Into 2021 With the NorCal Six Pack of Peaks Challenge

Hiking Into 2021 With the NorCal Six Pack of Peaks Challenge

Gossamer Gear | Jan 05, 2021
In the Bay Area? Learn about the Six Pack of Peaks Challenge to inspire your 2021 hiking goals.
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Developing the Great Basin Trail: A Hiker Immersed into the Soul of the Land

Developing the Great Basin Trail: A Hiker Immersed into the Soul of the Land

Gossamer Gear | Nov 20, 2020
Ryan Sylva shares how he developed the Great Basin Trail and how it connects hikers to the land's soul.
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4 Spooky Trails for Your Next Socially Distanced Halloween Hike

4 Spooky Trails for Your Next Socially Distanced Halloween Hike

Korrin Bishop | Oct 30, 2020
Hiking is a great way to practice social distancing while also getting your Halloween thrills on a spooky trail.
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Taking on the Pisgah 400 Hiking Challenge to Stay Sane During COVID-19

Taking on the Pisgah 400 Hiking Challenge to Stay Sane During COVID-19

Gossamer Gear | Jul 09, 2020
How to sane during COVID-19? Christine Martens decided to hike all 400 miles of trails in Pisgah National Forest.
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