Search

This article provides information on 11 autumn travel destinations around the world, highlighting the benefits of traveling during the fall season. The destinations mentioned include Puglia, Italy, Yosemite, California, Northern Michigan, Mad River Valley, Vermont, Churchill, Canada, and Hokkaido, Japan. The article offers details on activities, adventure opportunities, places to stay, and pro tips for each destination. Additionally, the article provides information on four specific destinations for outdoor adventures in the fall, including Hokkaido, Japan, the Grand Valley in Colorado, the Southern Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica, and Tasmania, Australia. The article also includes recommendations for accommodations and adventure activities in each destination. [Extracted from the article]

Just a short drive from New York City, Bear Mountain State Park is an iconic stop for Appalachian Trail hikers. The hiking here is infamous for its rocky sections, steep [...]

Every season, a handful of college students set out to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail, whether as a gap-year adventure, a challenge over summer break, or a post-graduation breather before settling [...]

Nature lovers flock to Banff for its massive mountain views, endless trail access, and ability to watch wildlife everywhere you go. It's clear why this wilderness playground in Alberta lands [...]

Maybe your college had a great hiking club, like mine did. Maybe it had an outdoor center where you could borrow tents, snowshoes, and other equipment free or on the [...]

A few weeks ago, I was resting at the top of a climb on my mountain bike while my dog, Juno, sniffed around in the ferns, looking for puddles to [...]

I'm Kelsey Barnes, the membership retention manager at Outside. My job is to keep our Outside+ members informed about and engaged with our core benefits: Read, Map, Watch, and Learn. [...]

Guidebook author Tami Asars hikes to write about it. Here's what she can teach us about hiking with intention, detail, and purpose. There she was, hiking up another steep hill [...]

These paths on old unused train lines extend from the mountains to the northwest of Girona, through the city itself, and all the way to the Costa Brava. Girona is a centrally located city that sits less than one hour from both the coastal region of the Costa Brava to the east and the mountains of the Pyrenees to the north. START There's a reason why hundreds of endurance athletes come to Girona, Spain for training. [Extracted from the article]

If Kyle was unable to find Garrett and Burgin with the drone, rescuers would have to search on foot in the dark - a slow and dangerous prospect. In the search for Garrett and Burgin, the drone pilot dispatched was a 44-year-old local named Kyle Nordfors, who works with a SAR team run by the Weber County Sheriff's Office. Shortly after Garrett's 911 call, Kyle and his wife, Debbie, were in a pullout off Ogden Canyon Road with a corporal, Kyley Slater, who kept an eye on traffic as they set up the drone, a $3,800 Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual. Features INNOVATION 3 Search + Rescue "HI", BARBARA GARRETT SAID, PHONE TO HER EAR. [Extracted from the article]

Cyclists often head west to L.A.'s oceanfront bike paths to escape traffic, but in recent years "the strand" has become nearly as congested as the freeways. START DESTINATIONS When most people think of Los Angeles, they think of gridlocked traffic on eight-lane mega freeways. SWIM While L.A. has its share of 50-meter outdoor swimming pools (look in Santa Monica, Culver City, and the Pacific Palisades, for example), if you're a triathlete you should be in your native habitat: the open water. [Extracted from the article]

The article titled "Wyoming's Yellowstone Highway" discusses the historic Yellowstone Highway, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The highway spans 300 miles from Shoshoni to Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park, offering scenic views and various attractions along the way. The article suggests flying into Casper, renting a four-wheel drive, and exploring the area, including fishing in Boysen Reservoir, visiting Thermopolis and its hot springs, kayaking in Yellowstone Lake, and engaging in climbing and hiking activities in Jackson Hole. The article also provides local tips and recommendations for travelers. [Extracted from the article]

United Airlines now offers nonstop service from San Francisco to Christchurch, making New Zealand's South Island more accessible to American travelers. The South Island is known for its adventure activities, such as cycling and hiking trails, including the latest installment of the Great Walks hikes. The culinary hub of Arrowtown is also gaining attention for its food and wine scene. Additionally, new lodges have opened, and visitor centers highlighting Maori history are being established on the west coast. The South Island offers a range of outdoor activities, including the Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track and the Wharehuanui Trail. For those interested in fishing, two legendary fishing lodges are now run by Eleven. The Pounamu Pathway project is also underway, with museums and light and sound displays opening in various towns along the west coast. Local tip: The Lake Dunstan Trail in Central Otago is a favorite for cycling, offering scenic views and finishing in the historic town of Clyde. [Extracted from the article]

You might not recognize the name, but don't let that dissuade you: The Ozark Trail (OT) deserves more attention than it tends to garner. Brimming with rocky streams, dolomite glades, [...]

It's an ideal launch point to hike 12,966-foot Jade Mountain, the tallest peak in northeast Asia. Or try nearby Snow Mountain, with its razor-edged cliffs and hiking routes, including the Holy Ridge Trail, a 9.3-mile technical route up and down scree slopes to the 12,749-foot summit. This Spanish-governed archipelago, a 2.5-hour flight southwest from Portugal, is a hiker's playground, known for huge sand dunes, 6,400-foot peaks, and black-sand beaches. PHOTO (COLOR): Clockwise: K2's peak from base camp; Colorado's Ute Mountain Tribal Park; Posada, a new hotel in Arizona. [Extracted from the article]

Hike and Camp The North Face Vectiv Exploris Mid Futurelight $169 Performance advantages have always come with trade-offs. A leather overlay at the ankle joint provides support without stiffening the cuff, which is soft for all-day comfort, while a springy, polyurethane-injected midsole and full-length nylon shank add stability underfoot. Underfoot, designers paired a high-rebound rockered EVA midsole with a TPU support plate that has sidewalls to cradle the heel and forefoot. [Extracted from the article]

FEATURES Hike The Narrows One of Zion's most iconic features, The Narrows is a stunning slot canyon formed by the Virgin River. The Bottom-Up route is a strenuous day hike, and the Top-Down route is a true canyoneering experience, including rappelling and swimming through deep, debris-filled pools. From the Pa'rus Trail beginning at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, you can bike 7.5 miles, merging with the scenic drive up the canyon. [Extracted from the article]

Hermit Trail to Santa Maria Spring This 4.4-mile roundtrip diffcult hike leads to Santa Maria Spring, which sits 1,600 feet into the canyon. Pack a picnic and eat lunch at the halfway point, finding shade in the shelter. South Rim Views Picnic Spot Historic Landmarks Away from Crowds Deep Inside the Canyon DIFFICULTY: Easy Moderate Difficult 1.5-Mile Resthouse This popular 3-mile roundtrip Bright Angel Trail hike enables you to see the inside of the Grand Canyon without committing to more intense distances. [Extracted from the article]

It's time to get your heart rate up and explore the majority of the park that isn't accessible by car. To access Shoshone Lake, its incredible backcountry geyser basin and an unparalleled sense of solitude, hike 17 miles, or paddle there. BACKPACK SKY RIM LOOP The 21-mile Sky Rim Loop in the northwest corner of the park features a six-mile traverse along a long, grassy spine with great views. [Extracted from the article]

GOOD THINGS IN BADLANDS While you won't see saber-toothed cats or rhinoceroses roaming Badlands National Park as they once did, you may see their remains in this stunning national park that contains some of the world's richest fossil deposits. ROAD TRIPS Start in Chicago on this incredible route through some of the Park nation's most stunning prairies, wide-open skies and gorgeous rock formations. Af er exploring Yellowstone, head to Red Lodge, Billings, Lewistown, Miles City and other towns on your return route to Chicago. [Extracted from the article]

6 GET A HUCKLEBERRY MILKSHAKE Stop at the Pioneer Grill in the Jackson Lake Lodge for the best milkshake ever. ROAD TRIPS 1 BREAKFAST IN THE MURAL DINING ROOM Start the day with breakfast at the Mural Dining Room in Jackson Lake Lodge for a delicious breakfast with unforgettable views. PHOTOS: Grand Teton National Park (Dipti Samant, Tamron Photo Contest), Phelps Lake (Jason Fairchild, Tamron Photo Contest), Mural Dining Room and huckleberry milkshake (Grand Teton Lodge Co.), Teton Park Road, Mormon Row (Grant Ordelheide), Taggart Lake (Flickr/Kathryn Harper) NOTE: Because of potential COVID-19 closures, please check with Grand Teton Lodge Co. at www.gtlc.com to find out what lodging, activities and food servces are open. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the fantastic towns, high peaks and national park sites dominate the tour through Colorado. It explores that the towns of Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park are where wildlife and incredible hikes await. From there drive through the park to the charming town of Grand Lake, which sits at the park's West Entrance, before heading up and over two mountain passes to the towns of Dillon and Silverthorne.

The article discusses heart-pounding adventures in Arches and Canyonlands national parks near Moab, Utah. The Needles is Canyonlands' most popular backpacking area for good reason. First, its trailheads are easily accessible by most cars and it has seasonally accessible water. Utah's biggest whitewater can be found on the Colorado River in the Cataract Canyon section of Canyonlands National Park.

The author reflects his experience of hiking the route during the brutal murder of hikers Molly LaRue and Geoff Hood on the Appalachian Trail in September 1990. He mentions that he and trail name Animal resolved to catch LaRue and Hood down Webster Cliffs where the set up camp at the bottom two nights behind LaRue and Hood. He states that he was still on the trail, hiking in Shenandoah National Park, when a pair of hikers told him that a couple had been killed at the Appalachian Trail.

Our Backyard: Black Hills National Forest, SD 1. HIGH-POINT SOLITUDE 'Most visitors hike the Sylvan Lake-to-Harney Peak Trail,' says Dan Daly (below). 'But you can get to Harney on the [...]

Our Backyard: Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, AZ/UT 1. BEST FLOAT Pack a lightweight inflatable for this 40-mile, arch-rich hike/paddle. Connect Coyote Gulch to King Mesa to Foot's Canyon. Scramble [...]

TIP: This dirt road is passable by most cars unless there's been an afternoon thunderstorm or winter snow. You can also book private wine tastings by contacting the vineyard directly. ROAD TRIPS Perkinsville Road WHY GO: This scenic dirt road will bring you from Chino Valley all the way to the artsy town of Jerome or the Route 66 town of Williams. [Extracted from the article]

About 10 miles southeast of Deming, this park was the first in the nation to let visitors take rock specimens like jasper, quartz, geodes and crystals home with them. History buffs who want to discover ancient treasures and local legends should make their way to Pancho Villa State Park where Mexican revolutionary leader Pancho Villa raided Camp Furlong in Columbus, N.M., killing more than a dozen Americans in 1916. ROAD TRIPS If you want to experience nature and explore gorgeous landscapes, visit City of Rocks State Park. [Extracted from the article]

ROAD TRIPS From mountain biking to al fresco dining to live music, Park City, Utah, has a something for everyone. This picturesque street includes a dozen outdoor, curbside dining decks, allowing you to take in the beauty of the Utah mountains while enjoying dinner. Trade dirt paths for city sidewalks as you head to Main Street for al fresco dining. [Extracted from the article]

ROAD TRIPS 1 Via Ferrata Unlike the world-renowned expert climbing routes in the Tetons, the Via Ferrata makes mountain climbing accessible for families and individuals looking for adventure. Book in advance a full-day climb (five hours) with lunch included or a partial-day climb (three hours) that enables you to sample some of the routes without lunch. 2 Aerial Tram Take the tram and soar 4,139 vertical feet, passing the famed Corbet's Couloir on your way to the summit. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses that with more than 45,000 miles of trails in Colorado, there's something for everyone whether you're a hiker, mountain biker, equestrian or OHV-user. The state of Colorado has the COTREX app, which is also available on desktop, makes it incredibly easy to find trails, plan routes, view maps even when you're out of cell service range and record your adventures.

The article discusses the legendary waters of the Rio Grande River that meets the South Fork in town or try fly fishing with a local guide. The area offers hundreds of miles of trails designated for motorized traffic. These trails will take you from mountain peaks and amazing vistas of the San Luis Valley to creek bottoms and dense forests.

The article discusses the Boone Family Mountain Center at the Estes Park location houses all adventure activities, including an indoor climbing wall and bouldering wall. At Snow Mountain Ranch, hike the 2-mile round-trip Waterfall Trail, an easy trail that enables you to reach the top of the waterfall.

The article discusses the beautiful historic town near Rocky Mountain National Park. It explores A-Lodge Lyons, the newest lodging to open in town, this downtown hotel offers great rooms plus an outdoor beer garden where you can relax with a drink as the sun sets. Lyons has a big recreational river scene from tubing and kayaking in the Whitewater Park to fly fishing.

The article discusses Snowy Range Scenic Byway Hwy. 130, thestunning road which enables you to bypass Interstate 80, taking you past glacial lakes, granite peaks, gorgeous meadows and over the second-highest mountain pass in Wyoming. It also explores Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site built in 1872. For three decades, it housed some of the West's most notorious criminals.