Trail Finder

Trail Finder

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Camping Guide

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Crisp morning air, mist on the lake, and wind rustling the leaves… That's an alarm clock.


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Check out the top user-reviewed canvas retreats.

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Tour Africa, where the real wild things reside, on one of the continent's top safaris.



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Gear Guy

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Park of the Week

Great Smoky Mountains

With the kids back in school, the country's most popular park is suddenly a lot less crowded. And even if you do find yourself waiting in line, thousands of acres of backcountry await.


Tip of the Week: Backpacking

To cut down on weight and free up space, let your gear do double duty like using your sleeping bag stuff sack as your bear bag.   [read more]

Great Smoky Mountains


Photo credits: Yoho National Park: Jerry Kobalenko/Digital Vision/Getty, Olympic National Park: Gordon Hempton; Biker in South Mountain Park: Thomas Northcut/Digital Vision/Getty; Great Smoky Mountains: Stohl. E. Razz