All In a Day’s Work
Nakiesha Bridgers leads a trip on the river.How did outdoor professionals get their start?As more people are headed outside, outdoor recreation is incr...
Hiking
From day hiking on the Appalachian Trail to thru-hiking the Smoky Mountains, hit the trail with us. We’ve got all the guides, tutorials, gear reviews, trip reports, and location suggestions to make your next adventure great. Plus, find news and information about the region’s best areas and explorers here. Look no further than Blue Ridge Outdoors for all your hiking needs.
Tour de Le Conte Challenge
the three Adams summitted mount Le Conte three times in 24 hours, setting a new trail record. Trio of hikers conquer Le Conte Challenge—44 miles and 3...
The Forest Service is attacking the country’s most important conservation law
The Forest Service is proposing to cut the public from public lands....
How Gorges was Saved
Lead photo by Brenda J. Wiley20 years ago, Gorges became a state park instead of a hydroelectric dam, thanks to the efforts of one inspiring leader. Today,...
Leading the Charge
Photo of Lauren Hughes by Tyler AllenMeet 16 Young Athletes and Outdoor Entrepreneurs who are changing the face of Adventure In a time where our e...
Outdoor Updates: Conserving Carolina awarded $6.4 million for proposed Ecusta Trail
Conserving Carolina awarded $6.4 million for proposed Ecusta TrailThe N.C. Department of Transportation has awarded a $6.4 million dollar grant to Conservi...
For the Next Generation of Adventurers
This September Roxy will be hiking around The Three Sisters in Oregon to raise money for The Cairn Project....
Summer’s Not Over: Add These Swimming Holes to Your List
Howard’s Creek at John Holder Trail, Ky. Photo by Ravi Shah Photography, @_shahraviWith summer halfway over, there’s still time to check off all the unmark...
Okefenokee Threatened by Mining (Again)
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is the largest wilderness area in the East, and it's the largest blackwater swamp in North America. With thousands of a...
The Half Gallon Ice Cream Challenge
For A.T. thru-hikers reaching the halfway point, the wooden spoon is a coveted prize.Jalen DeSantis chose "shaggy" as his trail name because his hair is lo...
Dad’s Gear Lending Closet
After losing her father, a hiker rediscovers his vintage gear—and his inspiration the author's father seated at a campsiteAccessing the riches of...
The Best Hiking Partner: Adventure Pets of the Blue Ridge
When Grizel Williams decided to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail with Rue, her 3-year-old rescue dog, she knew a lot of people would have an opinion about her d...
Happy Birthday West Virginia!
Every year on June 20th, the Mountain State celebrates a very special day – its birthday! This year West Virginia is turning 156 years old. How much do you kno...
Can you bare it? June 21 is Naked Hiking Day
Can you bare it? June 21 is Naked Hiking DayThis June 21 is best known as the summer solstice—the longest day of the year—but did you know that it is also ...