Itching to get out onto the trails? Check out our list of hiking essentials, designed to keep you safe and maximize comfort as you plod through the wilderness. It's always important to have the right ...

Hiking is basically walking in the woods — putting one foot in front of the other while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Just ...

Ladies and gentlemen, the warm weather is nearly upon us and so are lengthier days. This means it's time to get outside and enjoy the many benefits of Mother Nature. Of course, epic outdoor adventures ...

Day hiking. It’s the gateway drug to the outdoors. Hiking can be as easy or as difficult as you’d like it to be, but it’s ...

Day hikes are an excellent alternative to trail runs, either on cross-training days or as a leisure activity on rest days. Hikes can also double as beta-gathering sessions for future trail runs, and ...

The rolling hills and lush forests of the Catskills offer a more rugged, untamed experience than the day hikes around Albany and the mid-Hudson Valley, beckoning hikers with promises of natural beauty ...

Hiking is the perfect hobby to pick up this year. You get out into nature, and you get exercise all at the same time. If you want to better prepare yourself for hiking season, these hiking gear ...

Hiking gear for women has come a long way in the last decade. Traditionally, most, if not all, outdoor equipment was designed for men and male bodies. While this can work for some gear like tents and ...

Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and ...