Smack-dab in the middle of bustling Richmond, Va., James River Park opens up 600 acres of outdoor playground to res

To celebrate Pride Month this June, Public Lands is highlighting the stories and efforts of outdoor advocates who p

Zion National Park in southern Utah is known for its cream, pink, and red cliffs, otherworldly slot canyons, and th

When crowds flock to Shenandoah National Park, keep going: The park’s lesser-known neighbor, George Washington Nati

From its Dr. Seuss-like namesake trees and reliably spectacular sunsets to an area named (without exaggeration) Won

The tallest waterfalls in North America. Miles and miles of glacier-polished granite. The world’s most massive tree

The Rocky Mountains are a truly wild landscape: postcard-pretty and ruggedly unforgiving all at once. The range’s e

How helicopter crash survivor and adaptive mountaineering athlete Kirstie Ennis redefines limits, partners with non

Why splitboard-mountaineering pro and former Navy SEAL Josh Jespersen fights to save public lands and works to shar

Adaptive climbing coach Craig DeMartino explains how climbing can help open the door to a fuller life.

Find open space and wild adventure in this West Virginia climbing hub that offers numerous, high-quality hiking and

Wander amid hardwood forest and cascading waterfalls in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Climb 1,000-foot walls, domes, and granite spires in this Northern California adventure wonderland.

Find adventure at this stunning, yet sparsely visited Colorado park.

Tips on reducing your impact on public lands from Yosemite climbing advocate Ken Yager, who organizes the removal o

Go bouldering in beauty alongside a whitewater river.

Whether you’re new to climbing or a crag veteran, these local rock gyms can build both your abilities and your outd

Mountaineer and activist Molly Kawahata offers advice on putting an end to climate guilt, finding solutions, and en

Gear up and get climbing with these equipment essentials for every level.

Check out the best bouldering havens within a one-hour striking distance of the city.

A guide to the most classic routes and climbing areas in this stunning national park.

Andrew Alexander King sees mountain climbing as a way to make the world a better place.

Find your new home-away-from-home at these 5 top-tier climbing gyms.

Going on a crack-climbing trip for the first time? Here’s what you need to know.

Mountain travel is a complex but immensely rewarding endeavor. Here’s everything you need to know to get started.

Climbing can have huge social, mental, and physical benefits for kids. Here’s how to get them started.

With glaciated peaks galore, the Pacific Northwest is blessed with a number of less-technical routes that cater wel

Ready for your first alpine climb? These 6 summit routes top some of the most iconic, beginner-friendly peaks in th

Find quality stone and plentiful top-rope routes just an hour’s drive from New York City.

Improve your skills and work toward multi-pitch climbing with these tips for smooth, efficient leading.

It’s no secret: Rock climbing is hard on your hands. Last longer on the wall and prevent injury with these tips.

Find solitude and adventure at these 5 underrated bouldering zones.

Discover soaring cliffs and hundreds of climbs—all less than two hours west of downtown Kennesaw.

Meet Flash Foxy, a climbing and running community for women and genderqueer people.

Adventure photographer Irene “Lady Lockoff” Yee opens up about capturing the empowering magic of climbing, and insp

From Amazon village to celebrity star of ‘The Climb,’ the Brazilian immigrant, athlete and guide fought hard to bui

How climbing great Lynn Hill empowers women, kids and non-traditional athletes to see past limits by embracing natu

Whether she’s climbing alpine rock, sport, or indoors, Maureen “Mo” Beck, a professional athlete born without a lef

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Consider these simple, one-person sleeping shells when you’re going extra light, or needing the added assurance of

Head to these 4 local-favorite bouldering locations that offer the best of Long Island’s unique geology.

All the beta for easy-access sport climbing that’s just a stone’s throw from Medford.

How to find world-class cliffs in New Hampshire’s White Mountains.

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North Georgia is full of hidden gems. Head to these 5 crags for some of the state’s best climbing.

As beloved for its graffiti as for its climbing routes, Quincy Quarries is attracting a new brand of adventurer.

Your guide to climbing southern Oregon’s popular Rattlesnake crag.

How to find amazing rock climbing areas along America’s most scenic parkway.