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I found big adventure and warm weather in these national-park units spread across the Southeast and Southwest

Our travel writers spent weekends at some fabulous places: a red-rock retreat, stargazing domes, and one of the national parks’ hardest-to-book cabins. Here’s where we’re sending our friends next year.

Nick Fowler and Georgia Porter set FKTs on the trail by wildly different methods

“Seen better”: Not every visitor is impressed with one of the world’s seven natural wonders, it turns out

The Oklahoma thru-hiker overcame nausea, sleep deprivation, and debilitating foot pain to set the fastest ever time on the 800-mile trail

I was in need of transformation, but wasn’t so sure chakra-balancing treatments and hikes through a mystical vortex site would help

Even after living in northern Arizona for 15 years, this landscape never gets old to me. Here’s my advice on when to visit to avoid the crowds.

The community of Culdesac, Arizona, was designed for pedestrians and cyclists. And residents love it.

These cool new lodging options are within striking distance of some of the country’s most popular national parks

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

These are the smart innovations we drooled over at the annual overland gathering

We love national parks, but they can get packed. These national monuments have the same spectacular landscapes, hikes, and adventures, without the crowds.

Historic Phantom Ranch is the only park lodging on the floor of the Grand Canyon. Tens of thousands of people try to book a stay there. Our writer scored a night there recently, and if you follow her tips, you can, too.

Every great adventure needs a staging area. Here they are, from simple and affordable to dreamy and luxe, in unbelievable locations, with endless terrain to explore and a warm bed to return to at night.

From miles of trails to acres of public land, the explorable and beautiful terrain in these states stand out above the rest.

With charging stations increasing and battery life improving all the time, the Great American Road Trip is more EV-friendly than ever. These are the most beautiful trips.

Inside the spectacle of ultrarunning’s most festive top-tier 100-mile race

Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni—Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon became our newest national monument in 2023. Does protection go far enough?

�����ԹϺ���s 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.

There’s learning, connecting with self and others, and did we mention dance parties?

Here it is June and you’re still turning over travel plans? Come along with us, as we head out to see wolves, test our mettle on Tour de France ascents, trek across one of Colorado’s most photographed mountain passes, and generally get outside in big, bold ways this season.

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.

Phoenix recorded its earliest 100-degree day in 80 years

California’s wild storms and wet weather have resulted in dazzling displays of wildflowers, some peaking and others ready to pop. Here’s how to see one before it’s too late.

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.

A man says he required lifesaving when he accidentally ignited a 2018 wildfire. An Arizona court determined that his negligence made him culpable.

In less than 800 miles, the Arizona Trail offers a steady string of stunning landscapes, uncanny animals, and changing circumstances. If your time is limited, it’s the national scenic trail to try.

The festival circuit doesn't stop at the end of summer. Here are eight awesome adventure, culture, and food festivals worth traveling for.

Several years ago, writer Astra Lincoln and her partner were testing their climbing skills in the Sonoran Desert of southern Arizona when, high up Baboquivari Peak, they encountered a migrant simply trying to survive.

Grand Canyon National Park has some of the best views in the United States. Here’s how to make the most out of a visit, whether its hiking, boating, biking, camping, or so much more.

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But there’s still hope if we start managing water differently and addressing climate change, both of which are making dry spells more extreme

To really understand the outer limits of dehydration, you need to listen to the remarkable story of Pablo Valencia

All you need is a long weekend to get out, get lost, and find yourself again. From Asheville to Seattle, we’ve researched the best three-day wilderness trips within road-tripping distance from a city.

From Maine to Alaska, we’ve done all the research for you to camp in style while visiting America’s best idea this summer

From a trail in Isle Royale National Park with spectacular views to a hike that hits four 6,000-foot peaks in 30 miles, these are our favorite classic routes in the U.S.

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

Investigators, family, and friends are still trying to close the case of Paul Fugate, a naturalist at Arizona’s Chiricahua National Monument who vanished without a trace in 1980. What keeps them motivated to stick with a mystery that may be unsolvable?

For most Americans, the naming of a secretary of the interior is of little consequence. However, as a Navajo man, who holds this position has defined much of my life, and the recent appointing of Deb Haaland marks a groundbreaking moment.

Chloé Zhao’s new film follows a baby boomer who moves into her van after the Great Recession

In her new book, writer and artist Lauren Redniss tells the story of San Carlos Apache activists who are standing up to a mining company in southeastern Arizona

Don't let cold weather stop you from exploring. These eight trails in some of our favorite national parks may be even better in the winter.

Ken Layne left an influential career in digital media to create 'Desert Oracle,' a cult-favorite radio show and print periodical based in Joshua Tree that explores everything from the political to the paranormal. Now it's being released as a book.

Paddling across a lake where a river used to be

Pitch a tent on these beach or desert campgrounds

A guide to key ballot measures and Senate and House races that will have huge impacts on the way we address climate change

Five campsites with views worth the drive

A new school of social-media influencers are giving hunting a fresh and decidedly female face. Our writer joins two rising stars of “huntstagram” in the Arizona backcountry to chase mule deer for her first time—and see if she can stomach what it takes to be an omnivore.

Seven pieces that offer sun protection, breathability, and waterproofing—on and off the river

'Water Flows Together' ​​​​​​​explores the intersection of water access for consumption and recreation

Kiplin Pastor had been training eight months for a rim-to-rim-to-rim​ run of the Grand Canyon​​​​​​, but COVID-19 stripped away that chance

From epic views to Phantom Ranch, this trek should be on every adventurer's bucket list. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's tenth stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year.

The best documentaries from this year's film festivals look at quixotic quests and devastating disasters

Wander amid 200-million-year-old stone logs in Arizona. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's ninth stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year.

Some bucket-list adventures require securing a wilderness permit months or even years out. Here’s how to book the most coveted ones in the country.

Think vanlifers have a unique advantage during a pandemic? Think again.

Exploring the desert and cacti is so awesome and surreal that you'll feel like you're on another planet. It's our 62 Parks Traveler's fourth stop on her journey to visit every U.S. national park in a year.

With his leg stuck and temperatures dropping, one hiker thought he'd never get out of a remote Utah canyon alive

He's had to embrace incredible physical pain to win iconic ultramarathons like the Leadville Trail 100 and the Western States Endurance Run. But that’s a form of suffering Rob Krar can control—unlike his decades-long struggle with depression.

Parts of the southern border are ecological wonderlands. The wall threatens 23 endangered and at-risk species.

Hitting the trail has been a lifeline for the record-setting thru-hiker's ongoing battle with depression

Snag some major airfare discounts on your next trip

In 2016, writer Kevin Fedarko and photographer Pete McBride set out to thru-hike the Grand Canyon

Instagram can make even the most far-flung places seem accessible. But how much does it really cost to get the shot?

The festival circuit doesn't stop at the end of summer. Here are nine awesome adventure, culture, and food festivals worth traveling for.

Whether you want to chase early-season powder in the Rockies or lobster rolls in New England, we've got your perfect road trip to end the year on a high note

Téa Obreht's sprawling new novel ties together camels, immigration, and the myths of the Southwest

Give back to the trails you enjoy. It's good for you and the place you’re visiting.

The famous waterfalls appear in about ten seconds' worth of her new music video, and some people are angry about it

In 'Hike the Line,' from Corey Robinson, these hikers share an experience that's unlike any other thru-hike

Making your way over an 800-mile trail through deserts and mountains in less than 16 days is no picnic—except for those gas-station resupply stops

A subjective look at where we prefer to shred

As outdoor-recreation tourism booms, these places have been forced to find innovative (and sometimes desperate) ways of adapting to and curbing the steady stream of tourists each season

What does it take to make the list? Being a winter Olympian, Tour de France rider, or world-class climber helps.

As the country's second most popular park turns 100, Grand Canyon faces an unprecedented number of existential threats. Eight experts weigh in on the major changes it will undergo during the next century.

Mystery of Now features artist and Apache Skateboards founder Douglas Miles as he empowers youth in his community through skating