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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.
Firefighter James Lawless tackles the rugged terrain of Bronco Off-Roadeo Nevada before climbing with Bronco Ambassador Maiza Lima
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.
What’s better than leaf-peeping? Leaf-peeping with Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada as a backdrop.
Our parks expert has put together long weekend trips for as little as $204, with details on free entrance fees and campsites, and active itineraries that keep costs down
Rally some friends. Hit the road. Get a little out there.
Rangers at Lake Mead National Recreation Area are searching for two men who were filmed destroying ancient rocks on a hiking trail
With the recent completion of the Capital to Tahoe Trail, Carson City is looking for two hikers to go from its core all the way to Canada for good money
According to new NPS data, visitation is up at the country’s most popular national parks. But at these under-the-radar gems, the scenery is equally spectacular and you’ll have plenty of room to explore.
Whoever said “middle of nowhere” like it was a bad thing was seriously misinformed
A searching mother, a headless gunslinger, a mysterious light to show you the way: these national parks are home to hair-raising tales
Flooding at the festival brought out the best and worst in attendees. Here's an eyewitness account.
At these Labor Day Outdoor fests, for three sweet days, you can be outside, hike, hear live music, swim, boat, and run. Plus: there's food and beer.
The York Fire has swept across thousands of acres of the Mojave Desert, torching Joshua trees and other delicate desert vegetation
Sometimes the grass really is greener in a new place
ϳԹs in national parks don’t end at sundown. We’ve found the best ways to explore after dark, from seeing the Northern Lights to Yooperlite hunting.
As you’re visiting national parks this summer, don’t miss out on these spectacular outlooks, mountain summits, and lake vistas. We’ve got the intel on how to reach them all.
Why be stuck behind the masses at popular parks when you can wander some of the nation’s best with barely a soul in sight?
If you're hoping to see thousands of stars, planets, star clusters, meteors, the Andromeda Galaxy, and the Milky Way, we’ve got you covered at these stunning spots
These state parks offer everything you’re looking for in a national park, only fewer crowds. See our top choices for wildlife, wilderness, solitude, and more.
One of the world’s largest Joshua tree forests is now federally protected
Biden commits to protecting 450,000 acres in Nevada known as Avi Kwa Ame, sacred to Indigenous inhabitants. The designation would preserve Native culture, rare birds, dark skies, and endless outdoor adventure for generations.
With Lake Mead drying up due to drought and climate change, the famous desert reservoir is revealing grisly secrets from the past, including the remains of people thought to be victims of Las Vegas foul play. Mark Sundeen hits Nevada for a freewheeling exploration of dark deeds, a rapidly unfolding apocalypse, and a parched future that will dramatically affect the entire American Southwest.
This central California park is one of the hottest, driest, and lowest places in the country. It's also one of the most beautiful—a place where sculptural canyons, undulating sand dunes, abundant wildlife, and a luminous sky abound.
Fresh out of film school, Soraya Simi’s first documentary was centered around the Paralympic rower’s 2,500-mile solo journey to Hawaii. Except Madsen never made it.
A day out on the slopes doesn’t have to be wildly expensive. You just need to know where and when to go.
An unnatural lack of fear, a high tolerance for suffering, and a healthy sense of humor. Just ask Cedar Wright.
With pandemic-fueled use on the rise, it’s a good thing trail builders have been busy opening new pathways for you to hike, run, and bike
Traveling with your pod? Buy out these places for private stays.
The colder months are the perfect time to visit national parks, with fewer crowds and endless adventure. Stay at one of these dreamy base camps.
Many backcountry huts are now available as private rentals, so you and your pod can have the entire place for yourselves. From Maine to Washington, here are a few of our favorites.
While most bristlecone pines are between 2,000 and 3,500 years old, a special few can live to be nearly 5,000—and they're easily found in this area of Nevada. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's 17th stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year.
The scare forced the shutdown of Patagonia's Reno operations for more than a day
For decades, the cowboy has occupied a storied place in Americana—but the image in popular narratives excluded cowboys of color. This year the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering and Grammy-winning musician Dom Flemons sought to change that. At the event, held in Nevada earlier this winter, the theme was the same as Flemons's 2018 album: black cowboys.
The six most doable ski descents in North America, according to pro skier Cody Townsend and ski mountaineer Noah Howell
Skip the crowds at the national parks and head to these amazing monuments instead
The famed free soloist gave us the beta on the country’s best rock-climbing mecca
Why two bombings that rocked the tiny town of Panaca, Nevada, help us understand who really owns public lands in the West
After running for her life from a knife wielding attacker, Sheryl Powell disappeared on Friday, July 12. Monday, she was found alive.
From the Canadian Kootenay Rockies to Southwest hot springs, we found the most scenic stretches of road for epic summer adventures
A national park conservation advocate shares his advice on how to avoid crowds, get off the beaten path, see wildlife, and find adventure
The brand has significant stakes in Montana and Nevada—too many to stay silent
Thanks to massive powder conditions, Wolf Creek will be the first ski area to open this season. Here's what you need to know, plus the resorts we think could be turning chairlifts next.
Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke will offer up nearly 4 million acres of public lands for lease this year, much of it for dirt cheap
Green beer isn’t just for Saint Patrick’s day. The craft-beer industry is growing with the planet in mind.
The organization posted two videos in response to an article I wrote last week. Let's review what its representatives said about me and the story.
A new study polled western voters' views on the interior secretary, Trump's public lands agenda, and downsizing Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante
The president's decision wasn't an assessment of whether the Hammonds deserved their sentence or not, it was an endorsement of the Bundy family's movement
It's not just a hatred of the federal government that motivates the scofflaws—it's their deeply held faith
Whether you have a weekend or a month, these journeys are a must
Two-person teams trade in their cell phones for traditional navigation tools and attempt to travel over 1,200 miles through the desert.
A new Outdoor Industry Association report details outdoor rec spending by congressional district. Lawmakers should take note.
Luke Jacobson set out to land a gig at a big ski company like K2. Instead, he helped launch American-built Moment Skis, a small but growing brand that made it all the way to the 2018 Winter Olympics.
Cliven Bundy's claim to federal land has only whiffs of legal merit. This lawsuit is all about politics.
The pro climber caught flak on Instagram for straying into politics—but he says it's essential for athletes to speak out
As a veterinary surgeon in a bustling city, Maclellan needs an escape after a full day in this hectic lifestyle. This film, Finding Balance from Zangs Films and Tillak highlights how trail running keeps him sharp.
The family has long argued that the government was willing to bend the rules to put the family away—now a judge seems to be listening
The fight over Utah's Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments is just getting started
In the middle of nowhere Nevada lies a world renowned couloir called 'Terminal Cancer'. After skiing it six years ago, Cody Townsend met a snowmobiler who told him, "Oh yeah, there's way more out there."
Author Michael Branch's new book is a hilarious and thoughtful exploration of how to be a parent in the wild and harsh Nevada desert
Marcos Vaz takes us along to Death Valley National Park, notoriously the hottest, driest, and lowest national park
From epic skiing in Antarctica to a lazy beer-fueled canoe trip in North Carolina, these are the best places to visit this year
Gone: The days of treadmills shoved into ugly hotel closets. Here: The hotel gym you wish you could take home.
Sleeping in the wilderness is great. Not so great: making camp and dealing with the inevitable missing stake. So we've got recommendations for tent-free wilderness digs on any budget.
The National Park Service turns 100 in 2016, but this year is shaping up to be one of its most celebrated mile markers in recent memory.
Regional airports put you closer to the action and feature great perks. Their biggest downside? Cost. So stop booking with money. And start saving.
Unleash your inner Norse god while driving one of these scenic winter routes.
Canned beer has finally caught on, and that’s a good thing.
One man and his canine pal cover 13,000 miles in 32 states to discover just how strong our relationship is with man's best friend.
Heavier athletes run 10 percent slower in hot conditions
Are we trolling here? Of course we are. But that’s not all we’re doing. As anyone who has ever downed a High Life in the shower knows, nude drinking is an excellent way to exercise free will while toasting our birthday-suited ancestors who drank fermented stag blood by moonlight. But…
The rankest mountain roads for testing your cycling mettle
A multimedia guide to seven of North America’s best adventure destinations—featuring Duct Tape Then Beer’s new videos series