From a lookout tower with a wood-fired sauna to a sleek cabin with volcano views, these imaginative, forested forts go way beyond your best childhood dreams
Feeling the pull of the road? Here are our favorite routes, with the best stops, stays, and adventures—from coast to coast.
Turn your wanderlust into action. Embrace the new spirit of adventure with our favorite hikes, towns, national parks, and places to stay.
I wanted off the tourist track, and these unique bungalows, set amid a canopy home to butterflies, iridescent birds, and monkeys, delivered
From supermoons to a total eclipse to the national park’s biggest and best-attended star parties, these are the must-see celestial shows of the year
Here’s how to pack a long weekend trip with the District’s most memorable activities, enriching experiences, and exciting adventures
This lodge is all about its spectacular location, within a national monument and between two national parks. It also has fire pits, free s’mores, and access to endless trails and rivers.
Escape to Lake County with tips from a local, and find the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation
From a Denver hotel resembling an aspen grove to national-parks-adjacent stays with mountain-bike rentals and train access into the Grand Canyon, these new places are definitely on our vacation radar
We’re not talking about big thru-hikes, but extended walks on pathways through glorious landscapes in spectacular parts of the world
Whether you like to camp, paddle, take long walks, or bike flowy singletrack, these are the coolest ways to spend your precious time off in 2025
Done with cold weather? From the Keys’ turquoise waters to the Panhandle’s white-sand shores and beyond, here are the Sunshine State’s best beaches to visit.
Every season in Marquette is the best. Here’s how to explore them all, according to the locals.
These are our favorite healthy trips in North America, from a desert hot-springs lodge to a quiet island off the Pacific Coast.
Our travel writers spent weekends at some fabulous places: a red-rock retreat, stargazing domes, and one of the national parks’ hardest-to-book cabins. Here’s where we’re sending our friends next year.
Experience two of SoCal's stunning desert landscapes—the low Colorado to the east, and the mountainous Mojave to the west—with these gorgeous treks, ranging from 1 to 37 miles
Discover a fuller mountain life in Park City, Utah
ϳԹ spends a lot of time ranking the best mountain towns in the country, but which one is the worst?
Italian municipalities hoping to revive small towns have basically been giving houses away for free. According to this buyer, it’s almost as good as it sounds.
As a former editor at Scuba Diving magazine, I've traveled to many islands. These are my absolute favorites for outdoor recreation.
Here’s the local’s cheat sheet to navigating on and off-piste thrills of Colorado’s most coveted destinations
The place has it all. Points for trying to guess, but you may never have heard of the name.
We love to travel, but most airports suck. Here are ones that don't.
This Wyoming gem is legendary for year-round adventure but known as pricey. There are ways to go without blowing your budget.
Hear me out: I love the outdoors, and that includes playing golf. These courses are on the leading edge of sustainability and close to adventure.
Stephanie Vermillion is an expert on magical nocturnal experiences, with an upcoming book called ‘100 Nights of a Lifetime: The World’s Ultimate ϳԹs After Dark.’ These are her favorites.
Our national parks columnist reveals his all-time favorite treks in Arches, Canyonlands, Zion, Bryce Canyon, and Capitol Reef for both beginner and advanced adventurers
For the past 50-plus years, our colleagues at SKI magazine have invited readers to weigh in on the best ski resorts—because no one’s as passionate as a skier praising their favorite hill. These ranked highest.
I was in need of transformation, but wasn’t so sure chakra-balancing treatments and hikes through a mystical vortex site would help
A tiny, remote backcountry hut in the Front Range has everything you need—and nothing you don’t
Here’s how to save serious money at this and other U.S. ski hills this season
Even after living in northern Arizona for 15 years, this landscape never gets old to me. Here’s my advice on when to visit to avoid the crowds.
This remote mountain town has had its ups and downs. In recent years famous races put it on the map, but some knew of its year-round treasures all along.
Sleep in style, and close to the trailhead and slopes, at these jaw-dropping adventure base camps
I stayed in these glass-walled geodesic domes under dark skies, just a few miles from Bryce Canyon National Park and its world-renowned hoodoos
Is there anything better than watching a great movie with a great view? Join our geo-guessing challenge to see how Samsung is creating an immersive experience that delivers The Ultimate View wherever you are.
From Boston to San Francisco, urban hikers have stitched parks and paths together into beautiful, rigorous, and creative routes
Astronomers say Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS will likely be visible to the naked eye this weekend in the U.S. Here’s how and where to see it.
This eco-destination boasts a plethora of incredible spots, from wildlife-rich rainforests and surf-swept coast to active volcanoes and natural hot springs
It’s a tough job, but I’ve been testing these warm-soak places for many years. Here are my all-time favorites.
B.C.’s beauty is hard to top. Our writer shares her ideal route, packed with stunning coastlines, mountain peaks, and insider tips on where to stay, eat, and play.
Climb some of the most beautiful and unique mountains in the world without any technical experience
How can you be part of the climate solution while also enjoying your vacation? These cities and countries are doing much of the hard work for you.
It may be called the Green Mountain State, but when fall arrives, this land reveals its true colors
Two beautiful national parks, 89 state parks, plus mountains, rivers, and coastline. Having grown up in Texas, I can attest: this state has it all.
Hidden along Highway 1, not far from Point Reyes National Seashore and celebrated oyster farms, this camp-like retreat is drawing city-goers eager to be surrounded by wilderness
ϳԹ guides have fielded some hilarious queries by clients while out in the field. We asked them to tell us the wildest.
Catch the colors and miss the crowds at these often-overlooked autumn destinations. Our parks columnists reveals where leaf peepers can see fall’s best shows.
The Frying Pan Tower is 32 miles offshore, way the heck up in the air, and the coolest vacation rental on earth
From a two-mile stroll in North Carolina to a 2,600-mile trek along the Pacific Crest, these hikes have had the most profound impact on our trails columnist—and will change your perspective on the country.
In most of the world, the crowds of summer have thinned, the temperatures are perfect, and prices are dropping. What are you waiting for?
Beautiful white sand shores, outdoor adventures, the nation's best recreational trail, and unique attractions make Alabama Beaches the perfect destination for your summer vacation
Our National Parks columnist, who lives in Asheville, North Carolina, shares his favorite southern towns for outdoor access, wilderness, and scenery. Who says the West is best?
These spectacular deserts, islands, rivers, and peaks are off the regular traveler’s radar—and at the top of our new bucket list
If off-the-beaten-path is on your agenda, Eastern Montana has you covered
Take a deep dive into Florida’s Panhandle, where the natural wonders and charming neighborhoods of Authentic Walton offer a traveler’s paradise
Our national-parks expert headed across the Atlantic to explore. From northern Finland to the Italian coast, these spectacular spots topped her bucket list.
Trust us: the puppies, kittens llamas, and pigs are worth the trip
A lifetime cyclist, our columnist pulled the data and weighed other factors to determine the most bike-friendly small towns across America
Follow the tracks of Wildly Wyoming adventurers to mountain bike, rock climb, fly-fish, and experience western culture across the great state of Wyoming
Most people heading to Colorado don’t know about this gem of a town in the San Juan Mountains in the southern Rockies. But they should.
You’ll be counting stars and catching the Northern Lights at these one-of-a-kind dark-sky retreats
Our columnist has spent over 20 years in lineups across the country and says these coastal towns offer good waves, food, and vibes—and embody surf culture
A longtime Golden State hiker reveals her dream list of the most beautiful, must-see routes in California
Our farthest-roaming travel writer reveals her favorite stretches of sand, from a sheltered cove in Greece to a stunning outpost in North Carolina. Which looks best to you?
The Mountain State has it all: rivers, 36 state parks, nine state forests, our newest national park, and a nearly million-acre national forest. Our travel expert reveals his favorite ways to get outside here.
Most of us don’t have time to leave work and life behind for months of trekking. These backpacking trails will give you a glimpse into thru-hiking life, alongside some of the most stunning scenery in the nation.