Curated articles from across the work camping, RV, and travel world.
A popular Colorado trail is closed after a habituated black bear stalked a hiker for 30 minutes, marking the state’s first attack of 2026. The post A Black Bear Stalked a Hiker for 30 Minutes.
A California camper spent 15 minutes trapped in a vault toilet trying to retrieve his sunglasses. Why vault toilets can be an invisible death trap.
Nine great reads for lovers of endurance, science, outdoor adventure… and, um, Canadian political satire.
What do the world’s best endurance athletes have in common? In his latest book, ‘The Way of Excellence,’ author Brad Stulberg explores the importance of positive emotions on training and racing.
Amazon’s massive summer sale is officially here, but competing outdoor retailers are slashing prices too. Our gear team found the steepest discounts on tents, sleeping bags, and smartwatches to hel...
From small-town Americana to the one of the nation’s newest national parks, the Capitol Circle is an epic journey you won’t want to miss The post Road Tripping West Virginia’s Capitol Circle appear...
Myths about ticks and mosquitoes are rising on social media. Here's what to know, and the Vector Guard app can help identify your risk.
This mountain bike hub just reached a new level with its first chairlift-served bike park, featuring 20-plus gravity trails open year-round for all levels. Our columnist Graham Averill gives a full...
Heading into the backcountry? Learn how to prevent mosquito bites using expert gear tips and how to treat them fast when you're on the trail.
We have the perfect remedy for the dread of outdoor running or walking—the Million Mile Summer Challenge by MapMyRun. The post MapMyRun’s Million Mile Summer Challenge Is Back.
Meet Drag Me Outside, a Portland, Oregon, hiking group fusing queer community with biology.
Protecting your dog from ticks and mosquitoes is crucial, but ordinary human bug sprays can be toxic. Here’s what to know this summer.
We asked Overland Expo West attendees who’ve spent decades off the beaten path for their best packing, rig, and travel advice.
Tahitian big-wave surfer Tikanui Smith prefers to paddle his surfboard into monster waves, rather than be towed behind a jet ski. Smith explains what it's like to ride monster swell in Nazare, Port...
Testing budget, mid-range, and premium backpacking tents reveals exactly how much weight and weather protection change with the price tag. Here's how to find the right balance for your wallet.
Former Colorado Poet Laureate Bobby LeFebre opened the 2026 Outside Summit with a powerful call to embrace the world beyond our screens.
Outside put together a list of runs that celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community. Show your support by attending one of these Pride Month runs.
After a historic 20-foot swell triggers tragic drownings along the California coast, a veteran ocean rescue chief shares critical survival insights.
Stop reaching for the matches, nail polish, or petroleum jelly. Infectious disease experts explain the safe, tool-based way to extract a tick and prevent Lyme and other tick-borne diseases.
The Catalan ultrarunner is dedicating his 2026 racing campaign to calling attention to the attacks on public lands protections across the U.S.
Camping with kids is pure joy, with the right gear.
Skateboarding’s GOAT opens up about the 2022 injury that forced him to shift relationship with taking risk, training his body, and pushing his boundaries The post Tony Hawk Was Still Pushing His Li...
Kelsey Pfendler is 28 days into a grueling 2,400-mile row from California to Hawaii to break multiple world records. She shares how she handles extreme sleep deprivation, intense isolation, and the...
Free-hanging waterfalls, thundering cascades, and rapids hemmed in brilliant moss: No matter what you're looking for, you can find it in a state near you.