"What is the best season to hike in Arkansas?" I hear this question often. My answer: "All seasons." Because each season offers its own special adventures. However, when it comes to backpacking, I ...

"Anyone up for a backpack adventure?" When I saw this teaser Chris Adams, Ozark Highlands Trail Association (OHTA) member sent in a group text, without even knowing the details, I responded, "Just ...

Eyeballs can play little tricks on a hiker when the journey means wading across a mountain stream. There we were, starting a hike on the North Sylamore Creek Trail in the Ozark National Forest in ...

It was the middle of a long Montana winter, and I needed an escape. The landscape was a canvas of snow-covered peaks, beautiful yet isolating, and the relentlessly short, cold days gnawed at my morale ...

Thru hiking backpacks are made for those who embark on multi-day hikes on long trails like the Appalachian Trail (AT) or the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). For thru hikers, a reliable pack that is light, ...

When summer calls, the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas deliver a vibrant blend of hiking trails, cascading waterfalls, and legendary scenic byways. From the winding curves of Scenic 7 to the shaded paths ...

Eyeballs can play little tricks on a hiker when the journey means wading across a mountain stream. There we were, starting a hike on the North Sylamore Creek Trail in the Ozark National Forest in ...