Nestled in the heart of Vinton County, Lake Hope Lodge stands as a testament to the fact that extraordinary food doesn’t require fancy surroundings or pretentious service. This unassuming culinary gem ...

At an elevation of about 2,400 feet, Colfax occupies that perfect sweet spot in the foothills—high enough for occasional winter snow that transforms the town into a living snow globe, but low enough ...

That’s Shawnee National Forest for you—a sprawling 289,000-acre paradise tucked away in southern Illinois near Herod that somehow remains one of America’s most underrated natural wonders.

Vermont is probably more well-known for its beer and ice cream than its waterfalls, but just because they aren’t famous doesn’t mean they aren’t beautiful. We’ve explored dozens of Vermont waterfalls ...

Once upon a time deciding to make a thru-hike of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail might have meant getting away from it ...

You don’t have to hike 12 miles over a High Sierra mountain pass to be a trail angel — but we did, and it was magical.

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What is trail magic? Trail magic ranges from a shared snack to a ride from a stranger, rooted in goodwill and the belief that ...

Welcome to Año Nuevo State Park, California’s best-kept coastal secret hiding in plain sight near Pescadero. The first time I ventured to Año Nuevo, I arrived wearing boat shoes and designer ...

For pacing, navigation, fitness stats and so much more, a GPS smartwatch is an essential accessory for every runner – and ...

Day hiking is generally a more casual affair with minimal gear. But knowing this lightweight packing tip can help keep you ...

Kings Canyon, deeper than the Grand Canyon, offers stunning views but remains less visited due to its remote location.