Latest articles by Will Symons
The historic Chilkoot Trail between the US and Canada is finally open again, but border restrictions mean it's still impossible to complete it without a massive detour
The historic cross-country trail crosses the US / Canada border, with sections in Alaska and British Columbia
Bodies of two women pulled from the water at a popular beauty spot in Eryri National Park
The women were discovered in water near the Watkin Path, which has gained fame on social media for its natural pools and waterfalls
Lightweight, waterproof, and grippy: I loved these Keen hiking shoes, which shine in all kinds of conditions, and they're 25% off right now
Deals I tested the Keen Hightrail EXP hiking shoes over varied terrain and lots of boggy trails, and gave them a near-perfect rating
How to watch 2025 IFSC Climbing World Cup: live stream the action around the world
How to watch After months of anticipation, the first round of the 2025 IFSC World Cup is upon us – here's how to watch where you are
'Waze, but for walkers' - steer clear of hazards while you hike with OS Maps' new Community Alerts real-time hazard reporting tool
You can use the new OS Maps feature to alert other hikers to upcoming obstacles and danger on the trails
'The perfect blend of form, function and style' – look out Garmin fans, the new Venu X1 sports watch is here with plenty of features and a big, shiny screen
The latest watch features Garmin's biggest display yet, protected by scratch-resistant sapphire glass for heavy use in the wilderness
Climbing World Cup preview: the world's best climbers eye medal places as they return to the wall for the penultimate bouldering competition of 2025
The upcoming climbing World Cup in Bern, Switzerland, could solidify the 2025 winners and losers in the bouldering competition
Vasque is no more, and this could be your last chance to get your hands on a pair of the brand's iconic waterproof leather hiking boots for 25% off
Deals The Vasque Horizon hiking boots keep your feet dry in the wilderness with a sturdy leather construction and plenty of waterproofing
"We can get anybody to the top" - meet the organization helping adventurers living with disabilities achieve their climbing dreams
Anyone Can aims to help people living with disabilities get outdoors and find their community through the power of climbing
Yosemite bans large flags after climbers protest Trump cuts using upside down Stars and Stripes and rig Trans Pride flag to El Capitan
People are no longer allowed to display large flags in wilderness areas, after they were used in multiple protests and demonstrations
Strava backtracks after uproar over publishing private data, after users complained that Garmin, Runna, and TrainingPeaks stats had been made public without warning
Users say personal information, including workout descriptions, pacing notes, and coaching comments, appeared on the Strava app
I tested these super-comfortable Adidas Terrex hiking shoes on the trails and gave them a near-perfect score - and now you can get them for 60% off
Deals The Adidas Terrex Skychasers are comfortable, waterproof, and grippy enough to take on the trails in all conditions
Anraku finally beaten as France do the double in latest bouldering round of the Climbing World Cup, but bad weather calls an early halt again
France's Mejdi Schalck and Oriane Bertone won gold after the women's final was cancelled due to windy conditions in Prague
Adidas Terrex Skychaser Gore-Tex hiking shoes review: Comfortable, waterproof shoes with plenty of protection for year-round trekking
These premium hiking shoes are among the best pairs I've tested, combining a tough Gore-Tex upper with plenty of cushioning and traction
Indian lawmaker seeks to ban climbers from ascending the world’s third-tallest mountain to protect "sacred" lands
The Himalayan giant, Kangchenjunga, attracts some of the world's greatest mountaineers but is also of great religious significance to local communities
Hit the trails with your favorite tunes and stay aware of your surroundings with new open-ear earbuds from Shokz
The new OpenFit 2 and OpenFit 2+ earbuds aim to combine crisp audio with an unintrusive design for running and other activities
America’s tallest mountain claims its first victim of the climbing season after mountaineer falls 3,000ft to his death from near the summit
Authorities have recovered the body of Alex Chiu after he fell from the Denali mountain, otherwise known as Mount McKinley
Foreign hikers and campers could be forced to pay more to visit America’s national parks to help fund a $1 billion Trump-imposed budget cut
The National Park Service, which is already in crisis, has been asked to raise a further $90 million by surcharging foreign visitors
Climbing World Cup preview: Unstoppable Anraku eyes bouldering history as the women's competition heats up in Prague
The world's best boulderers are limbering up for another round of action and excitement at the upcoming bouldering World Cup in Prague
Itching to hit the trails? We've found this lightweight and spacious Osprey pack for $50 off right now and it's perfect for stowing your gear before heading out for a long day in the wilderness
Deals Osprey's Hikelight pack is designed to minimize weight and provide all the space you need for a long day of trekking
Hikers and trail runners can go 'from city streets to summit peaks' with Polar's latest high-tech sports watch
The all-new Polar Grit X2 is a rugged multi-sports watch with plenty of navigation, fitness, and recovery tools to help you raise your game
Is a new Garmin sleep tracker about to drop? Stand by tech fans - a new Whoop-style device is rumoured to be just around the corner
Garmin is said to be about to release a Sleep Index Monitor that straps onto your upper arm and provide in-depth analysis while you rest
"What stands out above all else with these shoes is how comfortable they are" - our expert took these half-price Helly Hansen hiking boots to the rough terrain of the Scottish Highlands, and gave them a near-perfect score
Deals The Helly Hansen Traverse HellyTech hiking boots combine rugged, waterproof exteriors with plenty of cushioning and underfoot support
