Peter Hillary's father, Sir Edmund Hillary, was the first person to climb Mt. Everest. Mark Armstrong's father, Neil Armstrong, was the first person to walk on the moon. Now, the two sons of iconic ...

Several breathtaking U.S. monuments and wilderness areas may soon earn the coveted title of national park, joining America's ...

If you want the best view of shooting stars or the northern lights in New England, this is where you want to travel.

An anonymous new owner fenced off beloved trails and put up surveillance cameras in a region with a long tradition of ...

Hiking local trails offers more than exercise, it’s a reminder of how much beauty and balance can be found close to home in ...

From remote lakes to rugged mountains, these hidden American spots prove you don't have to leave the country and splurge to ...

A new report ranks U.S. states based on factors including livability, health care, and access to recreation. and the top states are quite surprising.

Derek Childs, a 2024 Eisenhower High School graduate, and his parents have a heck of a story to tell about his trek along the ...

In more than half a century of hiking, Carey Kish has racked up a lot of miles. His first epic trip came when he was 18, when he thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine. What would be ...

Mount Katahdin, Maine’s highest peak at 5,267 feet, looms majestically over the town. It’s not just a mountain; it’s THE mountain in Maine, the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail and a ...

Explore the beauty of New Jersey's national parks. From the Appalachian Trail to the Delaware Water Gap, experience the ...