16 do’s and don’ts, according to a travel writer with 30 years of hiking experience. Given the award-winning economist Malcolm Gladwell’s 10,000-hour rule, I became a hiking expert at the ...

The Vibram Ketterlift outsole provides ample traction on wet surfaces and does an excellent job absorbing shock in the heel when hiking on uneven terrain. As seasons change, so does the gear we ...

August 2024 Any seasoned hiker will tell you that good hiking socks are essential on the trail. The best hiking socks help regulate foot temperature by using merino wool or synthetic fibers (or a ...

After a new round of testing, we have all new picks. A good trekking pole lightens the load on your legs while you’re hiking on trails, softens the impact from the ground, is comfortable to hold ...

You know what can really ruin that gorgeous view of El Capitan? A twisted ankle. Good hiking shoes will help protect your feet from injuries on the trail and just increase your endurance in general.

Editors at U.S. News considered expert opinions and traveler votes, as well as scenery, diversity of hiking trails and presence of crowds, to determine the best hiking destinations across the U.S ...

Whether you’re trekking up a mountain or going for a relaxed countryside ramble, a great pair of hiking boots is a must when it comes to walking in comfort this summer and beyond.

Explore the great outdoors at these hiking areas across the U.S. Shenandoah National Park, 75 miles from Washington, D.C., is the perfect place to explore the great outdoors in Virginia.

Like I’m saying: a chill Yosemite! Regardless of whether you spend your days relaxing along the South Fork, or hit the backcountry for more rugged hiking, you will return home feeling refreshed ...