Day hiking. It’s the gateway drug to the outdoors. Hiking can be as easy or as difficult as you’d like it to be, but it’s ...

Getting out into the woods or along the ocean to go hiking is a way to get some exercise while spending the day enjoying your beautiful surroundings. Having the space to carry water, snacks and all ...

Gear tester James Forrest heads into the mountains to find out if this daypack truly delivers on performance and value for ...

This weekend I hiked Ben Cruachan, a mountain in the highlands of Scotland that I’d never done before. It’s the highest and one of the more popular Munros in Argyll and Bute, rising up from the banks ...

When it comes to picking the right hiking daypack, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Some folks want ultralight minimalism while others are chasing the full setup with padded hip belts and fancy ...

From scenic walks on a towpath to intense treks on high-incline trails, taking the proper gear with you will keep you prepared for unexpectedly long days, temperature changes, and inclement weather.

Preparing for your first ambitious day hike can be intimidating. With these tips, you can focus less on what you need to bring along and more on the trail and the beauty around you. When loading your ...

When you’re going on a hike, you should always carry the ten essentials: Important gear items you pack to use on the trail, at times in the midst of an emergency. But in order to carry all that ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Man hiking the Swiss Alps in Summer Like most people born in the 1980s, I have maintained a love/hate relationship with fanny ...

You may have noticed that fanny packs are everywhere on hiking trails now. These convenient bags are half the size of a daypack and sling over your shoulder or around your waist for easy access to ...