From choosing a destination and selecting gear to staying safe on the trails, here’s how to plan your next hike
New reservation requirements and a steady rise in popularity and prices are making it more difficult
Popular spots like Yosemite and Arches will require reservations to limit crowding
Cycling paths across the U.S. that offer smooth rides and plenty of scenery
Find stunning coral reefs, long-snouted seahorses and other unique marine life in this wild Florida sanctuary
Travel more than 700 feet below the Earth’s surface to walk among otherworldly rockformations
The California oasis is huge, dry, often brutally hot — and absolutely worth a visit
Experience the majesty of the natural wonder — gorges, alcoves, and rocks resembling castles
Avoid the crowds at the country's most popular park by finding quiet walks and off-season pleasures
Easy nature walks, quad-busting hikes and views from ‘the Top of Texas’ are a few of the highlights
Black cinder dunes, exotic birds and a legendary sunrise highlight this sky-high volcanic playground
Explore the otherworldly landscape and see hot springs in this northern California park
A thrilling collection of ancient canyon-carved cliff dwellings welcomes visitors in Colorado
Spend a lot of time looking up — way up — at some of the largest living organisms on the planet
Cruise scenic Skyline Drive, explore miles of mountain trails and find serenity at this Virginia beauty
No passport needed for Americans visiting this gorgeous Caribbean haven on St. John