Autumn hikes are sneaky. You start in a puffy, end up in short-sleeves, and somewhere in the middle a squirrel-sized gust tries to steal your hat. Trails hide rocks under leaves, the sun sits lower ...

I’ve come to treat the GlobeRider like a hybrid suitcase and adventure pack. Built with weatherproof materials, it’s carry-on sized (45L) but feels cavernous thanks to smart organization: a clamshell ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." How long you plan on being out there dictates much of what and how much you'll need to pack. Day hikes ...

Diana Crandall is a deputy editor of automation at Forbes Marketplace. With a master's degree in journalism from the University of Southern California and a background in marketing, she combines ...

To start the new year in a healthy way and to enjoy the great outdoors, join in Maryland's version of the national First Day Hikes initiative at one of its great state parks. Here's more about the ...