Vote for Nature and Secure a Healthy Future

Spending time outdoors is vital in this digital world. Nature offers many benefits that contribute to our well-being, from physical health improvements to mental clarity and emotional balance. These outdoor experiences can enrich our lives in many ways, and it is important to preserve our...

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Car Camping on the Olympic Peninsula

Or, the art of racing the rain By Becky Ohlsen Nobody expects to stay perfectly warm and dry when camping in a rainforest. The clue is right there in the name. But I didn’t anticipate that my first week of researching a shiny new edition of Top...

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AZT gate at sunrise

Five Questions with Guidebook Author Sirena Rana

While being outdoors and hiking down a trail is always rewarding, sometimes we’re looking for more—something a little more memorable. The Arizona National Scenic Trail delivers those extra-special characteristics in grand fashion. The AZT is one of those trails that people hike and call “a...

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A Fresh Look at the Pacific Crest Trail

For decades the Wilderness Press Pacific Crest Trail guidebooks have been helping hikers navigate the PCT, and this year we’re releasing fully updated full-color guidebooks. Not only are these books beautiful, but they are also super detailed and handy to have. They are for sale...

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Timp, 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Salt Lake City

Best Peaks to Bag in Salt Lake City

As the snow slowly melts on the peaks of the highest mountains and wildflowers start to bloom, we get that summertime itch to start climbing. Peak bagging. Celebratory summits. Mountains for breakfast. We want it all. And despite being known more for skiing, Salt Lake City...

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How to Tidy Up Your Gear Closet

Whether you're still digging out from snowstorms, begrudgingly battling mud season, dodging rainstorms, or enjoying the pre-summer sun, the calendar has officially turned over to spring. Which means it's time for everyone's annual spring cleaning. And this year, thanks to Marie Kondo and her Netflix show...

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