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The volcanic remains at the heart of Aniakchak National Monument—the least visited site in the national park system—are a trippy mishmash of postapocalyptic cinder cones, hardened lava, and flame-colored walls. The only catch? Doing it right involves days of trekking and rafting through some of the planet’s toughest, most bear-heavy terrain.

Tucked away in a Mexican vineyard

A new era of super-fast charging is on the horizon, and that could mean outdoor tech that lasts longer and goes farther.

First, you should start by thinking about this question in a different way. It’s not about breaking in the boot to fit your foot, but breaking in your foot to fit the boot. If that sounds painful and a bit mystical, don’t worry. There are some easy steps you can…

Ten lightweight, inexpensive products to keep you clean and happy on the trail

Our list of 10 must-have items for a debauchery-filled summer

Because you don't need expensive gear to enjoy the backcountry

Summer Buyer’s Guide tester Billy Brown currently has an office, a closet, and a garage overflowing with next year’s light hikers. The founder of Trek Tech blog and his testers have run about 120 boots through the ringer over the past year. In other words, he…

Leave the Rolex at home

Camping at the start of spring is pure magic: the rivers are opening up, the days are getting longer, and most of the country gets deluged with life-giving rain. Okay, so while the rain might not be your favorite part of camping, if you come at it with the right…

For die-hard outdoor enthusiasts

Are you ready to watch this week's "Game of Thrones" season premier surrounded by nature?

A personal robotic lawn mower that runs on the grass it cuts

Don’t let giardiasis turn you into a weak, dehydrated mess

An $800 setup for the wannabe pro mechanic

Made in Detroit

A voice-activated, Wi-Fi-enabled cooking machine

New technology lets people go adventuring with a tablet at their side.

Maybe you’re looking to visit New York on the cheap. Or perhaps the incongruous notion of camping in a seething, belching metropolis is right in your wheelhouse. Whatever’s driving your urban cowboy fantasies, you’ll be glad to know that it is, in fact, possible to sleep under the stars in…

Can beer concentrate compete with the real thing? Brent Rose puts two alcohol-packed flavors to the test.

In 2012, Brent Sass won Rookie of the Year at the Iditarod, one of the planet’s most extreme competitions. The dog musher, who's run almost a dozen 1,000-mile races, knows the right gear can mean the difference between life and death. These are the items he deems worthy of going on his sled.

Bringing cutting-edge technology to the backcountry.

Canvas meets leather in this classic hiker.

Turn your regular bike into an electric hybrid.

And you thought your truck was badass.

A towable camper rugged enough for forest roads.

Explorer Eric Larsen sets out next month for a 48-day unaided journey to the North Pole—one of the planet’s most extreme environments. This is the potentially life-saving gear he’ll be bringing along.

Expedition-worthy technology to keep you warm and comfortable—and maybe even save your life.

Leave the iPad at home.

We all know the saying. It’s the thought that counts on Valentine’s Day. The same holds true when buying gear for the outdoor enthusiast in your life. No matter how much money you have to spend, it’s the experience you have with your loved one that makes the holiday special.

I know. It’s the middle of winter and unless you live in Southern California, T-shirts are likely not high on your shopping list right now. But I would argue that a solid short-sleeve, next-to-skin layer is essential year-round. It’s your first line of defense when it comes to wicking sweat…

We’re always on the lookout for bold designs while walking the aisles at Outdoor Retailer, the outdoor industry’s largest trade show. These are the gutsy, sometimes bizarre ideas that make us want to give the designers a round of applause for being willing to try something new. We’ll see how…

There was definitely some very expensive gear on display at this year’s Outdoor Retailer. I strolled by one parka that was beautiful, functional, breathable, and would protect you in virtually any weather—for only $900. So while extremely high-end gear is fun to talk about and often what we focus on…

This is for you, future space tourists

Better than a bag of rice.

Functional art you can whittle with.

The rain jacket for cold, wet training sessions

Not for minimalists

Recharge dead batteries off the grid with these portable power plants

Boycott Black Friday with Patagonia's newest film.

Why you should hit the road in a Volkswagen pop-top.

These new bags will replace two or more piece of gear in your pack and in your closet

You’re headed out on your first hut trip. Here’s what you need to know.

One thing you shouldn’t leave behind with your foolhardy youth: the great American dirtbag road trip. Mark Jenkins explains how to do it right.

Don't touch that wild water until you've used at least one of these methods

Learn how to start a one-match fire with this quick guide

Hack your way to comfort in the great outdoors

Zipperless outdoor gear like the PK 50 is (almost) a trend this year at the show this year

From the floor of the world's biggest outdoor industry meetup, we bring you the up-and-coming companies and products that caught our eye

Getting around the laws that make overnight seaside camping frustratingly difficult

A first look at four major upgrades for your campsite

Why should kids have all the fun? At Vermont’s Tyler Place Family Camp, adults can paddle, take tennis lessons, and carve out their own slice of summer vacation alongside the children.

Prep your quarry for dinner with this quick guide

The Ignite DriDown offers water-resistant down filling at a great price

What do you do when winter just won't let go? Elizabeth Eilers Sullivan and her family hole up in a cabin in Minnesota to wait out snow season’s last gasp.

Childhood is the perfect time to solidify your kids' love of the outdoors. These camps are here to help.

My friends and I are always careful to be bear-safe when we camp in bear country. We store our food in bear barrels, and we don’t leave our dirty dishes and open food containers sitting around. But we’ve been known to linger around the fire for a beer or three. Should we be worried about attracting hungry animals with our brews?

Carl Zimmer walks into the woods to find out why these tiny beasts are skyrocketing in number—and outsmarting scientists with every bite

I'm getting ready for a two-month trip around Asia and I need luggage that can hold up to serious abuse. What do you recommend?

The extreme polar explorer on rock lifting, noodles, and scheduling conflicts

Sending your kids to camp may not be the best way to keep them active in the warm months

I’m going backpacking through South America in a few months. I expect to get kind of grubby, and won't have regular access to showers. What’s the best way to stay clean and not stink without taking a bath every couple of days?

Introducing an ultra-high-end, ultra-light mountaineering tent that's also great for flush thru-hikers, backpackers with fat wallets, and adventure racers with generous corporate sponsors

An ode to Topo Designs' Klettersack

I’m looking for a pair of quick-drying pants for hiking in the slush and rain over the next few weeks. I need to look presentable if we stop at a brewpub on the way back. What have you got for me?

I'm looking to upgrade my camera, but I don't want to lug around a heavy—and pricey—DSLR. What are my options?

I love to grill—steaks, veggies, sausages, anything. How can I bring my grill camping with me?

I'm looking for a sleeping bag for extreme cold temperatures. I'm talking Arctic. What's my best option?

I'm looking for a good, stable lantern to light up my campsite. What do you recommend?

Camping cure-all. Photo: Katie Arnold Happy new year! The exclamation point feels a little forced this morning as I saddle up to my computer with a mix of dread and anticipation. Something tells me I’m not the only one. For 10 days, the whole country has…

Photo: Sam Moulton When my colleague and friend, ���ϳԹ���’s executive editor Sam Moulton, emailed this photo to me, I was pretty sure I was looking at the birth of a new adventure sport: sidecountry stroller camping! Like backpacking with kids—only less lugging, more…

Sunset/moonrise over Canyon de Chelly. Photo: Katie Arnold [This is the third in a series about roadtripping around the Southwest. Read parts I  and II here.] On our first morning in Chinle, I woke full of hope for Canyon de…

In the rough: Road 7950 out of Chaco Canyon. Photo: Katie Arnold. There’s no direct route from Chaco Canyon, in northern New Mexico, to Canyon de Chelly, across the border in Arizona. Rugged badlands, sandy washes, and vast tracts of…

Airstream in repose, Gallo Campground, Chaco Canyon (note trash bag window). Photo: Katie Arnold This year we decided to do something different for Thanksgiving. Instead of traveling to be with extended family or entertaining them here, we opted to stay put in Santa Fe and keep…

When it comes to holiday giving, you should never have to choose. This year, our editors have pulled together 68 perfect ideas—priced from $4 to $50,000—guaranteed to make anyone on your list feel like a million bucks.

Game for adventure: The Cairns-Locke girls cozy up in the Yukon. Photo: Peter Mather When I opened the latest Patagonia catalog and saw this picture by nature photographer Peter Mather, I was instantly filled with envy and awe. Lying on…

This week Raising Rippers is launching a new feature. It’s called Picture of the Week and every week—or as often as we’re inspired—we’ll post a particularly riveting or rad photo about adventuring with kids and give you the backstory behind the shot. What were they thinking? How'd they…

While Nemo’s Hunker won't stand up against the toughest conditions, after you’ve been out hiking or skiing all day, it can be rejuvenating to duck out of the wind or weather. Nemo’s Hunker let’s you sidestep the elements quickly and easily so that you can rest,…

In many cultures, your life depends on your knife. A knife is the tool you use to prepare food, hunt and dress animals, work skins, cut firewood, clear brush and vegetation. In southern cultures that knife is a often a machete. In northern Europe, the indigenous…

First things first: your pack will be heavier. You’ll be packing more food, fuel, and layers. As for shelter, if you’re not expecting high winds or heavy snowfall, you probably don’t need to upgrade to a four-season tent; a sturdy (read: not ultralight or mostly mesh) three-season model should see you through.