In the heart of Elkins, West Virginia, nestled against a backdrop of rolling Appalachian hills, sits a humble white building that might not catch your eye at first glance. But locals know better.

Think our national parks are only good for hiking and scenic drives? Think again, says our national parks columnist.

The tiny island of Battle Harbour, open only three months of the year, sleeps up to 30 tourists at a time and can take days ...

Will Renwick delves into the different types of materials that are used for hiking socks. The post The best materials for ...

Just over two hours away from campus lies the nation’s newest (and West Virginia’s only) national park: the New River Gorge.

The Squire Shore, Weasel Run, Mushroom Forest Trail may be the strangest hiking trail name in Iowa. It also belongs on your Hawkeye State hiking bucket list.

Ocracoke Islanders Tom and Carol Pahl are on a trek around the United States (following 70-degree weather) and will report back from time to ...

Their marionberry pie showcases Oregon’s signature berry in a filling that balances sweet and tart notes perfectly, all contained within a crust that achieves the baker’s holy grail – flaky yet sturdy ...

Alaska may be known for its big game and large-scale wonders, but this tiny wildlife refuge tops the charts when it comes to birdwatching.

As summer approaches in the Natural State, many Arkansans will take to hiking trails, campgrounds, lakes, rivers and favorite ...

More generally, Dheer said the summer months tend to be a “really active period” when males are “out and about,” fighting with one another as they seek out their new mates, but also searching for ...