Walking, Hiking & Trekking
Can Group Hiking Lead to a Longer, Better Life?
At a wellness retreat in central Italy, convivial trekking is the cornerstone of a new longevity program.
By Mary Holland
The 10 Best Hikes in Joshua Tree for Surreal Desert Views
Joshua Tree National Park has 8,000 climbing routes—these provide the best panoramas, with the greatest accessibility.
By Ikya Kandula
The Best Hikes Near San Diego, From Torrey Pines to Balboa Park
Hiking is a quintessential California pastime—and this sunny city is full of options.
By Claire Trageser and Archana Ram
The Best Hikes in the US, From Family-Friendly Walks to Multi-Day Journeys
There are mountain trails in Maine, and coastal hikes in Hawaii.
By Pam LeBlanc and Tyler Moss
The 20 Best Hikes in Colorado, Through Alpine Meadows and Otherworldly Rock Formations
From one-mile jaunts to ambitious backpacking treks, Colorado has it all.
By Sarah Kuta
24 Best Hiking Backpacks for Day Trips, Overnight Adventures, & Longer Treks
Perfect for getting you—and your stuff—outside.
By Emily Pennington
14 Best Men's Hiking Boots for Every Type of Trail
Whether you’re heading to the nearest national park or planning a multi-day backpacking expedition.
By Lindsey Olander and Emily Pennington
19 Best Women’s Hiking Boots for Seasoned Backpackers, Casual Hikers, and Everyone in Between
Boots for day hikers and mountain trekkers alike.
By Emily Pennington
New Zealand's Rugged Terrain Is Easier to Access Than Ever, Thanks to New Lodges and Trails
The outdoors destination has long attracted adventurous travelers, but new experiences are making the wildlands approachable to a larger audience.
By Petrina Darrah
Women Who Travel Podcast: Hiking Through Oaxaca With a Group of Strangers
Host Lale Arikoglu closes the summer with one last listener dispatch, this time chatting with Stephanie about a transformative experience in nature.
By CNT Editors
LifeStraw’s Filtered Water Bottle Means You Can Drink Tap Water Anywhere
It filters out parasites, bacteria, microplastics, and silt, and improves the taste and smell.
By Hannah Singleton
Camino de Santiago Packing List: 7 Essential Items I'm Happy I Brought Along
From trekking poles to sweat-wicking socks.
By Iona Brannon
Saying Goodbye to Travel as I Know It—From the Mountains of Bhutan
Six months pregnant with her first child, writer Kaitlin Menza sets out on her last trip before motherhood.
By Kaitlin Menza
The Best Hiking Socks to Keep You Comfortable and Blister-Free on the Trail
The right pair makes a world of difference.
By Emily Pennington
13 Best Hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park
From easy walks through alpine fields to scenic climbs up 12,000-foot mountains.
By Emily Pennington
This New Map Highlights How Hiking Trails Intersect With Indigenous Lands
Use ‘Native Lands, National Trails’ to find out which ancestral lands you're hiking through, and the stories they hold.
By Katherine Gallardo
A Complete Guide to Visiting Shenandoah National Park
From the blackberry ice cream pie you don’t want to miss, to the park’s crown jewel that’s on many a day hikers’ bucket list.
By Erin Gifford
Striving for Sentimentality on a Father-Son Trek Across Spain
In an excerpt from his new book, 'Walking with Sam', actor-turned-travel writer Andrew McCarthy and his son make the final preparations for their 500 mile trek along the Camino de Santiago.
By Andrew McCarthy
11 Best Hikes in Glacier National Park for Every Skill Level
From a trail that overlooks a glacier to a stunning climb along the continental divide, these Glacier trails have it all.
By Kayla Brock
What Does the Phrase “Slow Travel” Actually Mean?
To travel slowly is about more than just speed.
By Sebastian Modak