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There is something about waking up deep in the backcountry, having carried all of your gear in to camp near a quiet lake or alpine cirque with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.   From Africa to Asia to Europe to the American West, the best way to traverse a landscape continues to be on foot.

Trekking Central Laos

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TRIP IDEAS:   This 2-day trek will take you to the heart of central Laos, its people, culture, and magnificent landscapes.  More »

8 Massive Mountains That Mortals Can Summit

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TRIP IDEAS:   Spend much time in the mountains and you will inevitably find yourself gazing at the summits.   More »

Trekking the Sacred Mountains of Bhutan

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TRIP IDEAS:   How to measure your country's progress? The Bhutanese use GNH, or Gross National Happiness.  More »

Where to Hike After You've Finished the Appalachian Trail

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SPORTS:   It's a well-known fact among backpackers that hiking only leads to more hiking.   More »

The Best Hikes in Puerto Rico

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TRIP IDEAS:   Bring a backpack and boots, and leave the snorkel at home.  More »

Photo Essay: The Epic Beauty of the West Coast Trail

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TRIP IDEAS:   Prepare to journey the lush, temperate rainforests of Vancouver Island's most mythical trek.  More »

The Most Spectacular Treks Worldwide

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TRIP IDEAS:   From Africa to Asia to Europe to the American West, the best way to traverse a landscape continues to be on foot.   More »

Blind Hiker Mike Hanson Begins Thru-Hike of the Appalachian Trail

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SPORTS:   Blind since birth, Mike Hanson is hiking all 2,174 miles of the Appalachian Trail.  More »

The World's Best Walk

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SPORTS:   It wasn't even nine in the morning and I was already drenched from the blanket of humidity that Jeju Island, Korea, had thrown on me. Still, I wasn't going to let the heat deter me.  More »

Photo Essay: Day Hike to Camp Muir, Mt. Rainier

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TRAVEL WRITING:   The air was clear at 9,000 feet and Mt. Adams faced us like an old friend at the door.   More »

Hiking In Korea Is Like Raving, Only Better

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ABROAD:   Hiking creates surrogate families, postmodern mountain tribes, linked not by biology, but by the mountain spirits, or San-shin.   More »

Winter Night Hiking on the Appalachian Trail

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TRAVEL WRITING:   The night air becomes darker and denser as we drop into the Cumberland Valley. The land is flat and sectioned off in wide fields. All of it blends into the same damp color, as if we’re walking into a cloud.  More »

Would You Hike Uluru?

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TRIP IDEAS:   A proposal by Australia's National Parks may lead to a ban on climbing the famous Rock within the next 10 years.  More »

How To Trek The Inca Trail

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TRIP IDEAS:   The ancient mountain path to Machu Picchu is one of the best treks in the Andes. Here's how to do it right.  More »

Now's the Time to Hike the Grand Canyon

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TRIP IDEAS:   "To experience the canyon, you have to leave the rim." And winter might be the best time to do it.  More »

Nude Trekking, German Style

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TRIP IDEAS:   If nude sunbathing isn't enough for you, try this on for size.  More »

Photo Essay: Winter Hiking in El Rodeo

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SPORTS:   Active travelers are just starting to appreciate Catamarca for what it has to offer.  More »

Keen Women's Targhee II Mid Hiking Boots

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Photo Essay: Trekking Langtang in Nepal

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TRIP IDEAS:   Follow Tabatha Smith on a trek less traveled in northern Nepal.  More »

Trekking the Annapurna Sanctuary in Nepal

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TRIP IDEAS:   Comprehensive guide and outline of this Himalayan classic.   More »

Trekking the Mt. Kangchenjunga Circuit In Nepal

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TRIP IDEAS:   If you'd rather share a cup of sweet tea with a Tibetan refugee than a bottle of beer with another backpacker, this is the Himalayan trek for you.   More »

Photo Essay: Nepal's Annapurna Sanctuary Trek

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TRIP IDEAS:   The Annapurna Sanctuary is one of The 5 Best Treks in Nepal. Matt Scott takes us along for the journey, through the lens.  More »

The 8 Best Treks in California

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TRIP IDEAS:   From Death Valley to the Lost Coast, you can spend a lifetime trekking the varied terrain of California.   More »

10 Tips for Safe and Comfortable Winter Hiking

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TRAVEL WRITING:   These 10 tips will get you geared up for a safe, comfortable winter hike.   More »

Sarawak: Trekking In The Kelabit Highlands

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TRIP IDEAS:   Trekking in remote Borneo is a trip you won't soon forget.  More »

The Best Hiking Trail In Maine

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TRIP IDEAS:   Even casual hikers can enjoy an escape to the 100-Mile Wilderness.  More »

The Most Dangerous Hikes in the US


SPORTS:   Add some adrenaline to your morning hike.  More »

The 5 Best Treks In Nepal

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TRIP IDEAS:   A guide to 5 of the most beautiful and rewarding treks in the Himalayas.  More »

The Great Ocean Walk: Victoria's Coastal Hike

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TRIP IDEAS:   Yes, driving the Great Ocean Road is nice. But walking the coastline is a much deeper experience.  More »