From a lakeside oasis on the Colorado Trail to an ostrich farm on the PCT, thru-hikers say these seven side quests are well worth a detour from the trail.

There’s never a bad or wrong time to try or learn something new, but it is typically the arrival of the new year that makes most of us think of changes and fresh starts. “New year, new you ...

Explore the historic Maryland landmarks that shaped America's history; the rich heritage and significant contributions of ...

To date, the US Forest Service has surveyed and cleared nearly 240 miles of roads (nearly 76% of roads) across the ...

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy has released its survey results for 2024, and not everyone is hiking with deep reverence ...

In Asheville, Hot Springs and other towns that cater to hikers, many restaurants, hotels and Airbnb’s have reopened. Road ...

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy regularly updates its interactive map showing the status of the trail. The U.S. Forest Service also updates trail information through the web page for the ...

The U.S. Forest Service has reopened several trails and roads in the Appalachian Ranger District. The U.S. Forest Service has ...

A part of the Appalachian Trail in Western North Carolina has reopened nearly four and a half months after Helene.