It's (almost) the most colorful time of the year! We know that evenings are geting darker, the weather gets cooler and no snow to live things up yet - but still it could just be the best time of year for enjoying the hills. Here are the best photos of nature's vivid fall colors.

Peter Potterfield, in his book Classic Hikes of the World covers the world’s best hiking routes across seven continents, making this a bible for intrepid trekkers. He tells us his picks for the world's 15 best hikes, including Patagonia, Tasmania, Newfoundland, and Petra.

Everybody loves hiking in moderate temperatures beneath a bright, sunny sky, right? But the weather won't always match up with our hiking schedule. Follow these tips for a much more comfortable and pleasant backcountry adventure—even when the weather doesn’t cooperate.

Comfy boots that fit your feet are the key to hiking and backpacking bliss, while poorly fitting ones will ruin your day.

Hikers always have too many questions  and doubts when it comes to what clothes to wear for hiking. Because of weather conditions, which dramatically change over the course of the day, choosing the right clothes is a very important part of the process.