South Mountain’s Mormon Trail offers hikers a rugged adventure through rocky tunnels, dry waterfalls, and breathtaking views of Phoenix.

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Loveland-based thru-hiker Kevin “Sunshine” Silvernale had just completed his hike of the Pacific Crest Trail in 2016 when he ...

Trek through alpine peaks, underground caves, and historic battlefields in this under-the-radar adventure hot spot.

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Foothills Conservancy of NC opens new hiking trail in South Mountains of Burke County in honor of founding board member Bob ...

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Barkcamp State Park is a veritable playground for outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone who’s ever dreamed of being the next Bear Grylls (minus the whole drinking-your-own-urine thing).

Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, has lined up an inspiring slate of events for the coming months. This year’s calendar ...

“We’re still in a state of shock down here,” his grandfather, Wayne Conrad of Easton, Pa., told PEOPLE. “They were greatly appreciated when we had them with us and there were lovely ...