The peak of the annual Perseid meteor shower coincides with a solar eclipse and a new moon this week—and the best way to see it is to hit the trail. bit.ly/4wWxmDb

The Colorado-based company makes purpose-built tents for watching the night sky. bit.ly/4zxi7m7

The Mountain Hardwear Premonition UL is tougher than a jacket this light has any right to be. bit.ly/3S4vEAn

With the help of our friends and readers, we set out to find the best trail in all 50 states. From epic thru-hikes to short jaunts, these were the ones that rose to the top. bit.ly/4grh8fn

You just lost your last excuse to pay full price: Get the good stuff for cheap at these iconic used gear shops. bit.ly/4fPRQrg

Think hut-to-hut hikes only exist in the mountains of Europe? These four trails in the states will prove you wrong. bit.ly/4hoDPSA

Seasoned thru-hiker Bernie Krausse just turned a serious, semi-developed cross-country bike route into a hike. He only needed four months to do it. bit.ly/4w8R25u

Reducing your pack weight is smart—but these cuts probably go too far for all but the most dedicated ultralighters. bit.ly/4bTMl8H

America’s national parks boast thousands of stunning trail miles, but some are just a hair more amazing. Find the top 101 miles in the entire system on these 16 hikes. bit.ly/3TFus7f

You're more likely than ever to see hikers toting shiny silver sun umbrellas. Our associate editor takes one on trail to see what all the fuss is about. bit.ly/4wduSPQ

Mount Hood National Forest has issued evacuation notices and extensive trail closures due to the encroaching wildfire bit.ly/4xqm3mu

Reducing your pack weight is smart—but these cuts probably go too far for all but the most dedicated ultralighters. bit.ly/4bTMl8H

Estimates from the Colorado Fourteeners Initiative show that the state's highest peaks saw fewer hiker days in 2025 than in any other years since tracking began. bit.ly/3TxKe43

Become a backcountry (or backyard) barista with these compact coffee gadgets and gear-tester-approved brewing for every kind of adventure. bit.ly/4fGA6OV

As lightweight gear goes big, ultralight-specific brands might still have the upper hand. bit.ly/4vLx4O7

A longtime Grand Canyon guide decided to make a better trail peanut butter, complete with crunchy ginger, cookie bits, and all-natural flavorings. bit.ly/4fPcAzv

The Topo Ultraventure 4 finds a sweet spot between support and light weight. bit.ly/4fRXkQR

There's a lot of wild country to explore in Montana outside of Glacier National Park. Check out these cool alternatives to see the best of the Treasure State. bit.ly/4wQHUUc

Get the Sweat Science 101 newsletter with Alex Hutchinson. Train, fuel, and rest smarter. The science your coach never explained. bit.ly/4wbDhDc

Michael and Tracey O'Brien recount their harrowing fastest known time attempt on Rainier's "Infinity Loop," and reflect on how parenthood has changed their relationship with risk. bit.ly/4pSf9Eh

You'd be hard-pressed to find a lighter sleep system than the Zpacks Summer Quilt, which packs down to the size of a footlong sub and weighs almost nothing. bit.ly/4w3L1qG

With its "secret" shelter, woods, and pond, "Backpack" Jim Murray's 80-acre New York farm has long been a respite for AT hikers. But after his death last year, it could be at risk. bit.ly/4pSbRka

With sweeping vistas and wildflower meadows, Banff Sunshine Village is the ultimate starting point for summer adventure in the Canadian Rockies bit.ly/4xcGBib

Get off the beaten path, and explore Oregon's high desert landscapes at these 5 uncrowded state park destinations. bit.ly/3ToCXDz

Google Maps may be convenient for driving directions—but as a backcountry tool, it has some serious shortcomings, SAR teams say. bit.ly/4wBxDLR

Rangers and volunteers will need to painstakingly clean or bury hundreds of pounds of painted rocks on Mount of the Holy Cross, the Colorado Fourteeners Initiative said. bit.ly/3Tz9FC7

Durston's latest innovation claims to be the lightest freestanding double wall tent available. The first batch sold instantly. bit.ly/4yNWdug

Whether you prefer pants, shorts, or skorts, picking the right bottoms for a 2,000-mile hike is a tough choice. Here's how five thru-hikers handled it. bit.ly/4hrFiYr

Compared to other non-freestanding single-wall tents, it also comes with an eye-popping price tag of $650. We’ve been testing a sample this spring to see if the unconventional design is worth the splurge. Read more at the link in comments.

We set out with a trail building group from Rocky Mountain Field Institute to ask what they wish hikers understood about the work they do bit.ly/4cfqnge