Our list of the 10 backpacking essentials for any overnight hiking trip includes crucial kit that should go without no matter where you're going, what season and how experienced you are Chasing ...

As fall semester rolls out and temperatures drop, Utah County’s trails are seeing a resurgence of hikers hitting the trails.

REI is a one-stop shop when it comes to outfitting us for adventures in nature, and right now the retailer is holding an outlet sale that’s perfect if you need to pick up a piece of gear or two ...

OL staff writer Laura Lancaster and I tested the best backpacking sleeping bags in the field to determine which are best suited to varying conditions, sleeping habits, and backpacking kits. I also ...

Description: Kentucky's first REI Co-op, with all things outdoor gear and apparel for activities like hiking and running, is opening in northeast Louisville this fall, spokesperson Megan Behrbaum ...

Learn More › There is no underestimating the importance of a great backpacking water filter. Out in the backcountry, a clogged filter could mean the difference between a bout of Giardia and getting to ...

And those included which beloved hiking trails in the region were affected. Now that the fire is 25% contained, an accounting of damage and trail closures has begun. Although firefighters saved ...

Whether it’s making your morning coffee or cooking a warm evening meal, a backpacking stove is an important part of your backcountry kitchen. To figure out which model provides the best performance ...

If your current shell layer doesn’t have the chops to get you through the season, it’s time to upgrade. Whether you are hunting, fishing, hiking, or backpacking, here are our top picks for the best ...