Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Wendy Altschuler is a seasoned travel and adventure writer and author. Pacific Crest Trail, John Muir Trail, Continental Divide ...

The Day I Almost Died Hiking the Appalachian Trail features a harrowing experience on one of the nation's most iconic hiking ...

A thru-hike is the ultimate gauntlet for gear: nothing tests equipment like 2,000-plus miles of abuse on the trail. Only the very best designs and most durable construction remain by the time hikers ...

Thru-hikers are my favorite people to interview about backpacking gear. They’re not just heading out for a weekend of car camping; what they take with them is their home, protection, and food prep for ...

This video shares insights from my thru hiking adventures on the Continental Divide Trail (CDT), Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), ...

I’m an avid day-hiker, and now I want to do weekend and longer hikes. I have thought about doing the Appalachian Trail but need tips on light-weight gear. I was in the infantry in the army and spent ...

The first time I tried hiking the Appalachian Trail, I realized within 10 minutes that I was unprepared and needed to get some practice. A little more than a year later, I had hiked all 2,190-plus ...

The Appalachian Trail stretches a total of 2,189 miles. It typically takes people between five and seven months to complete. Scott Jurek however, completed it in just over 46 days and 8 hours. It is ...