This is a regular monthly column from Colorado Parks and Wildlife about recreation opportunities at Mueller State Park. This ...

For most, life after graduation is an adventure. But Kyle Mack, a senior geology major, and Sarah Terrell, a 2012 Virginia Tech alumna, are redefining "adventure" as they plan to backpack the 2,200 ...

The last five miles of the Appalachian Trail is a daunting hike up Mount Katahdin, a 5,628-foot peak in Maine. Though only a small fraction of the length of the trail, it is by far the most ...

As first-time backpackers, Gabriela Gutierrez and Devin Weitz had to train for an entire year to successfully hike deep into ...

Thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail is no easy task. The 2,653-mile trail snakes through three states (California, Oregon and Washington), with challenging terrain from the remote desert to the High ...

Hike a 2,190-mile trail one summer. Trek a 2,650-mile trail the next year. And follow up by knocking off a 2,800-mile trail on the third year. Sound like a good idea? Tucsonans Megan McGowan and Paul ...

Zion is one of America's most beloved National Parks! The name Zion alone instantly brings thoughts of several iconic po ...

Having the proper footwear can make or break your hiking experience. But with all of the options out there, which type of ...

In recent days, the Pleasanton, Calif., couple cleared the final major hurdle -- the Sierra Nevada -- and were near their goal of becoming the first backpackers to traverse the transcontinental ...