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best day hikes in Vermont for fall colors: lake and trees
The best day hikes in Vermont for fall colors

By Julia Clarke Last updated

The best day hikes in Vermont for fall colors vary from gentle to challenging trails ideal for leaf peepers seeking those gorgeous earthy hues

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what is a trailhead: High Sierra Loop trailhead
What is a trailhead? We take at look at where it all begins

By Julia Clarke Last updated

What is a trailhead? We explain this ubiquitous term to help you glean the best information and know what to expect when you arrive for your hike

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A woman enjoying a day hike on a summer day in Montana
Out-and-back vs loop hiking trails: is one better than the other?

By Julia Clarke Published

Besides personal satisfaction and preference, there are actually some good practical and environmental reasons to go circular

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Happy trail runner
How to find awesome new running trails near you

By Fiona Russell Published

Bored of the same routes and want to go somewhere new? Here's how to find great trails recommended by other runners

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Moondog Roop and Justin Bright skateboarding along the Natchez Trace Parkway
Two skateboarders embark on epic journey along the 444-mile Natchez Trace Parkway

By Dave Golder Published

'Thru-skaters' Moondog Roop and Justin Bright aim to skate through Tennessee and Mississippi, and one of them plans to carry on another 90 miles to Baton Rouge

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Needles Eye Tunnel at Custer State Park, USA
This is what happens if you try to drive an RV through Needles Eye Tunnel

By Cat Ellis Published

The tunnel in Custer Sate Park is only 8'4" wide, and it takes a brave or foolish person to take a camper through

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Couple on hiking trip resting on top of the mountain looking at ocean view
6 of the best US destinations for a winter hiking trip (without the snow)

By Julia Clarke Published

Make like a snowbird and fly south by southwest, but pack your hiking boots to take advantage of these gorgeous walking destinations

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Young girl enjoying the mountains in the Wilderness, Colorado
7 kid-friendly hikes near Vail, recommended by locals

By Julia Clarke Published

Seven gorgeous kid-friendly hikes in and around Vail, recommended by locals

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employees of the City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks, rebuild the Upper Crown Rock bouldering access trail
What does it take to maintain your favorite Colorado hiking trail?

By Julia Clarke Published

We speak to a long time volunteer for the Colorado Trail about what it actually takes to keep hiking trails usable

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child-friendly summits: kids hiking in New Zealand
Child-friendly summits: mini mountains for mini explorers

By Alex Foxfield Published

We reveal six of our favorite child-friendly summits: glorious hikes for the whole family, with three in the US and three in Britain

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