Lovers of thru-hikes are now making their way across large stretches of the U.S., in what amount to slow-moving ultramarathons in some of the country’s most beautiful landscapes. The grueling, ...

Our all-time favorite ultralight tents can handle a border-to-border thru-hike and weigh less than most sleeping bags.

Highlander, an international long-distance hiking initiative, is coming to Kalispell at the end of September for its first ever event in Montana. A Croatian backpacking company, Highlander organizes ...

Chelsey Evans, 30, didn't want to give up her active lifestyle when she became a mom. She and her own mother, 51, decided to tackle a long-distance hike and overnight camp, together – with her baby.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Wendy Altschuler is a seasoned travel and adventure writer and author. Pacific Crest Trail, John Muir Trail, Continental Divide ...

View of the Pacific Crest Trail approaching Indian Canyon in the Angeles National Forest - Noah Sauve/Getty Images The United States is very much a land of hiking. With its vast size — much of it ...

I knew after only a few miles of my 96-mile hike in Scotland that I didn't do a good job packing. I couldn't believe I forgot to bring basic items like a water bladder, blister pads, and knee brace. I ...

One clue to understanding Chet Anderson's success as a long-distance backpacker can be found in his toothbrush. Or rather what's left of it. Anderson sawed off the handle to save weight. He also ...

If your summer legs are itching for a big adventure, look no further than the Oregon coast. While Oregon’s long mountain treks get all the attention, the coastal trail networks offer a bounty to hardy ...