Hitting the trail for the first time? Time for a 'fit check. Fashion might not be very important while hiking, but what you wear can make the difference between a fun time and a miserable one. However ...

There is a ton of information online about what you should and shouldn’t do when choosing your hiking attire. Some are fact, some are fiction, and some actually stem from grains of truth but ...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, hiking grew in popularity as a way for people to exercise out of their homes in a safe, socially distanced way. In 2021, 58.7 million people went hiking, the Outdoor ...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, hiking grew in popularity as a way for people to exercise out of their homes in a safe, socially distanced way. In 2021, 58.7 million people went hiking, the Outdoor ...

When you’re new to the hiking game, it’s easy to overthink things and overpack. The better alternative is to be strategic about what you bring. “Many new hikers carry way too many things, which can ...

While you can hike with no equipment, you’ll quickly find that hitting the trails is more comfortable and enjoyable when you dress for the occasion. Once you’ve decided on the perfect hiking boots, it ...

When it comes to outdoor exercise, there’s not much that beats a hike. While the word might conjure up steep inclines and treacherous paths, a basic hike is really nothing more than a walk in the ...

Diana Crandall is a deputy editor of automation at Forbes Marketplace. With a master's degree in journalism from the University of Southern California and a background in marketing, she combines ...

Whether you’re planning a pleasant day hike or a big mission, forgetting snacks or bug spray can force you to turn back early. Overpacking can be just as inconvenient once you’re struggling up an ...

My partner and I are lucky: We live within walking distance of a trailhead. After we felt as if we’d traversed every block in our neighborhood early on during lockdown, we finally took advantage of ...

My first traverse was a digital trek through the internet, where I made it my mission to find the right hiking boots in terms of weight and clunkiness. I’m naturally prone to tripping and slipping in ...

Rainy days don’t have to dampen your outdoor spirit! Hiking in the rain or backpacking in the rain can be a refreshing and rewarding experience if you’re prepared. Whether you’re hitting backpacking ...