Your quads will burn, your feet will ache, and your palms will sweat. But hardy hikers willing to tackle these tough trails ...

As I stroll along the shore, I’m hit by a mix of salty sea air mingles and the scent of coconut sunblock a beachgoer is applying. Kids squeal and laugh as they dive nose-first into the ocean from ...

Each year, only about one out of every four hikers who set out to complete the Appalachian Trail reaches that goal. A thru-hike means traversing nearly 2,200 miles, across 14 states, in a single ...

Which trail do you recommend – Echo Canyon or Cholla – and what makes it your favorite? I've heard both are intense, but I'd love to know which one locals actually prefer. Both trails are difficult.