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The 5 hottest hiking takes of 2025

From bringing back the hiking boot to declaring war on Recreation.gov, these are the most thought-provoking opinions our ...
October, I was pretty excited to put on my snowshoes. I made one trip out to Todd Lake from Dutchman Flat before the […] ...
Imagine wandering through a living tapestry of sawgrass marshes, hardwood hammocks, and mangrove tunnels where flashes of ...
Escape the crowds and hike to Michigan’s most beautiful hidden lakes. Peaceful trails, clear water, and unforgettable natural ...
Missouri’s Big Cedar Lodge, on the edge of Table Rock Lake, is an upscale haven for golf, wellness, and the outdoors.
There's no shortage of outdoor adventures in this Kentucky town nestled in the woods and surrounded by lakes, waterfalls, and ...
Small towns across the United States faced shocking violence in 2025, exposing deep vulnerabilities in quiet communities from ...
The crackle of a campfire beneath a star-studded sky; the scent of cedar in old-growth forests; the thunder of a packed ...
Some of the most extraordinary hotels in the U.S. are hidden far off the beaten track — these are some exciting ones to ...
In 2025, the Statesman Journal outdoors team wrote about fascinating people and traveled to stunning places. Here's our 10 ...
Long before his name became tied to the shocking double-murder case, the son of legendary filmmaker Rob Reiner was sent to an extreme wilderness therapy program in Utah. What was meant to help a ...
Plan your winter getaway in the Adirondacks, New York, with scenic snowy trails, rustic lodges, and unforgettable outdoor ...