Adventure (Page 6)

Latest in Adventure

Iditarod musher Dallas Seavey with his team of dogs.

5-Time Iditarod Champion Kills a Moose, Guts It Mid-Race

Brian Beckstead casts on the shore of a mountain lake.

Ultra Fishing: Meet the Trail Runner Who Covers 25 Miles in a Day to Catch Unpressured Trout

A search and rescue training operation

Hikers and Backpackers in the American West Hit Their Garmin InReach SOS Button Most Often

Hiking is the most accessible way to get out the door and into nature.

The Best Men’s Hiking Shoes of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

We tested the best men's waterproof boots.

The Best Men’s Waterproof Boots of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Justin La Vigne

A lot goes into the best hiking boot brands.

The Best Hiking Boot Brands

By Laura Lancaster

A man wearing a best backpack walking through a field with mountains in the background

The Best Backpacks

By Laura Lancaster

The best camping shovels dig through dirt and snow without slowing down

The Best Camping Shovels of 2026

By Justin La Vigne

We tested the best hiking fanny packs.

The Best Hiking Fanny Packs of 2026

By Ashley Thess

Testing Solar Power Banks

The Best Solar Power Banks of 2026: We Found One Actually Worth the Money

By Laura Lancaster

Testing the best folding saws by cutting wood of different diameters.

The Best Folding Saws of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Drew Conover

We tested the best camping towels.

The Best Camping Towels of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Outdoor Life Staff

Testing the best heated gloves in the field

The Best Heated Gloves of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best thru-hiking-shoes.

The Best Thru-Hiking Shoes of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best Patagonia jackets.

We Tested the Best Patagonia Jackets

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best budget backpacking tents.

The Best Budget Backpacking Tents of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best underwear for hiking.

The Best Underwear for Hiking of 2026

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best wool blankets for camping.

The Best Wool Blankets for Camping, Tested and Reviewed

The author snowshoes with one of the best winter backpacks.

The Best Winter Backpacks of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best lightweight hiking boots.

The Best Lightweight Hiking Boots

By Laura Lancaster

The Best Outdoor Deep Fryers, Tested and Reviewed

The Best Outdoor Deep Fryers, Tested and Reviewed

Camping food ideas are endless.

25 Best Camping Food Ideas

By Christine Peterson

dehydrating food

Dehydrating Food: How to Make Your Own Backpacking Meals

Author Walking down Quien Sabe Glacier

The Way Up: What It’s Like to Bag Your First Peak

By Laura Lancaster

Two women hike across a mountain stream.

The Best Women’s Waterproof Boots, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

The best GPS Watches track your activity and help you navigate

The Best GPS Watches of 2026

We tested the best base layers.

The Best Base Layers of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

This Durston X-Mid 1 Ultralight Shelter Review includes real world testing.

Durston X-Mid 1 Review: A Beginner-Friendly Ultralight Shelter

By Jac Mitchell

We tested the best power banks for backpacking.

The Best Power Banks for Backpacking

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best camping coffee makers.

The Best Camping Coffee Makers of 2026

By Ashley Thess

We tested the Ninja Woodfire 8-in-1 Outdoor Oven.

Ninja Woodfire 8-in-1 Outdoor Oven Review

By Laura Lancaster

Backpacker walking on a beach.

How to Pack a Backpack

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best canopy tents.

The Best Canopy Tents of 2026

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best canvas tents.

The Best Canvas Tents of 2026

By Ashley Thess, Laura Lancaster

A blue best camping hammock hanging in the woods

The Best Camping Hammocks of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

The Best Camping Gear of 2022

The Best Camping Gear of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best hiking gloves.

The Best Hiking Gloves of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Justin La Vigne

Find out what it takes to hike the Pacific Crest Trail.

So You Want to Hike the Pacific Crest Trail

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the Black Diamond Distance Gaiter.

The Best Hiking Gaiters of 2026

Hiker wears Hoka Anacapa 2.

Hoka Anacapa 2 Review: Pumped Up Comfort

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best kids sleeping bags.

The Best Kids Sleeping Bags of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

The best tent stakes piled on a table.

The Best Tent Stakes of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

Best 8-Person Tents of 2022

The Best 8-Person Tents of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best 6 person tents.

The Best 6 Person Tents of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best ultralight backpacking gear.

The Best Ultralight Backpacking Gear, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

Hiker fills water bottle from stream.

How Long Can You Survive Without Water?

By Ashley Thess

The Best Hiking Boots of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

The Best Hiking Boots of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

Phone Skope Pyro Putty

The Best Survival Gear of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best hiking shorts.

The Best Hiking Shorts of 2026

By Ashley Thess

We tested the Mystery Ranch Bridger 65.

Mystery Ranch Bridger 65: Comfort Meets Durability

By Laura Lancaster

The best minimalist hiking boots and trail runners are lined up.

The Best Minimalist Shoes for Hiking and Trail Running, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best hiking underwear.

The Best Hiking Underwear for Women of 2026

By Ashley Thess

We assembled the ultimate backpacking checklist.

Backpacking Checklist: Don’t Forget These Must-Have Items

By Laura Lancaster

The best camping tables pack down small and set up quiickly

The Best Camping Tables of 2026

By Justin La Vigne

Big Agnes is one of the best tent brands

Camping Checklist: Don’t Forget These Must-Have Items

By Laura Lancaster

A tent with a footprint is set up outdoors.

What Is a Tent Footprint (and Do You Need One)?

By Ashley Thess

A great camping dish will complement the rest of your camp kitchen setup.

The Best Camping Dishes of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

The author has tested the best camping lighters in Alaska, on the Appalachian Trail, and more.

The Best Camping Lighters of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Justin La Vigne

We tested the best 2 way radios.

The Best 2 Way Radios of 2026

By Ashley Thess

Best Hiking Shirts

The Best Hiking Shirts of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

The author put 13 camping utensils through rigorous testing.

The Best Camping Utensils of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

What is r value? Your sleeping pad's R-Value is important for keeping you warm while backpacking.

What is R Value? It’s Why Your Sleeping Bag Doesn’t Keep You Warm

By Laura Lancaster

Xpedition ADV rounds a corner.

First Look: Polaris Xpedition ADV

By Ashley Thess

We reviewed the best ultralight backpacks.

The Best Thru Hiking Backpacks of 2026

By Laura Lancaster