One of the best things about San Francisco is its proximity to wild, untouched green spaces. This park is one of the more ...

My essential goal in writing these columns is to entice people into turning their backs on the seductive sea and to face the great interior, the Santa Barbara County backcountry. She’s a very raw ...

A seasoned camper and travel writer shares the best gifts for camping lovers, hikers, backpackers, and other outdoor ...

A Boston Terrier dog stands with its front paws on the edge of a kayak in a lake near Banff, Alberta. Getting outside, with your dog in tow, is a joyful way to go on a hike, paddle, or camping trip.

Hike: Moderate-to-strenuous 6.5-mile loop day hike down into and then ascending Blue Canyon. You will need a second vehicle, or a bike, to complete the 3.5 miles of East Camino Cielo and its dirt road ...