The 5 Best Ultralight Fleece For Backpacking and Hiking in Every Season!
These are some of our fave ultralight fleece layers for hiking and backpacking when breathability and insulating power are paramount.
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4 Ways to Filter and Purify Water for Hiking and Backpacking (And How to Choose)
Whether you’re a seasoned outdoorist or new to the whole backpacking thing, there’s one piece of gear you should always have on hand if you plan to drink water from natural sources in the great outdoors: a water filter. Here are the four main ways to filter and purify so you can decide which is best for you for every outdoor adventure.
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How to Hike Victoria Peak, Belize’s Most Challenging Trek
Looking for a multi-day backpacking trip for the ages? One that none of your friends and family have ever heard of but promises to be the challenge of a lifetime? Head to Belize to hike up Victoria Peak.
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How to Choose the Best Hydration System for Hiking & Backpacking
How to choose AND build a personal hydration system that works for your style, trip length, preferences and environment. All so you can stay happy, healthy and hydrated on any trail.
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The 7 Best Barefoot Hiking Sandals [2026]
Looking for the best barefoot hiking sandals for your next adventure? We wore these barefoot sandals hiking, camping, and trail running to find out which ones are the absolute bomb.
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These 21 US National Parks Are Free Year-Round
US National Parks are expensive. You could always go during fee-free days but then you have to deal with crowds. The next best thing? National parks that are always free. Yup. They exist.
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Plan the Perfect Southwest Montana Winter Getaway: Skiing, Snowshoeing and Hidden Gems
Southwest Montana has beautiful landscapes, tiny ski resorts, expansive cross country ski trails, rustic hot springs and so much more. Here’s how to plan a perfect winter trip.
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The 5 Best Hikes in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Looking for a good place to put boots on trail? These are the 5 best hikes in Chattanooga, TN (according to folks who have hiked them).
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Hikers & Snowshoers Need to Know About Avalanche Safety, Too. Here are the Basics.
Avalanche danger in snowy mountains is real, even if you’re not a backcountry skier. So here’s an intro on how to stay safe in avalanche terrain (including being able to identify what avalanche terrain looks like). Yup, even if you’re “just” a hiker or snowshoer.
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What to Wear for Winter Hiking Based on the Temp
Winter hiking is a blast. Trails are less crowded, parking lots are empty, the views are spectacular (especially if there’s snow on the mountains where you live) and it’s a great excuse to indulge in your favorite trail snacks or a hot beverage (you burn more calories hiking in the cold). Here are some simple guidelines, recommendations and tips for what to wear winter hiking so you can enjoy the fourth season.
