The Appalachian Trail, love and American vistas are among the themes honored on U.S. postage stamps to be released next year, ...

From waterfalls and historic canals to mountain paths leading to stunning views, here are 9 favorite short hikes in Virginia ...

It's a common sight—ants marching in an orderly line over and around obstacles from their nest to a food source, guided by scent trails left by scouts marking the find. But what happens when those ...

Appalachian people lived off the land in more ways than one and that included growing their food in gardens and orchards.

After we arrived, I turned on walking directions for the hike I had saved so I could easily track how far we had gone. The ...

I got on a train headed from Albany, New York to Charlottesville, Virginia, on July 14. Then I endeavored to walk home.I ...

This mammoth trek is a daunting task for many and a distant dream for others but the Appalachian Trail in Tennessee can be ...

The best gifts for hikers include top-performing gear, boots, socks and books. Here, find top-performing items tested by the ...

Looking to reset and get out in the fresh air? A scenic hike in the Pocono Mountains could be just what you need! From meandering to challenging, Poconos hiking trails offer options for every skill ...

It starts at Lockwood House, which overlooks what was Harper Cemetery. Originally built in 1848 as housing for the armory ...

The United States has hundreds of thousands of miles of maintained hiking trails in it’s numerous National Park and Wilderness system. With spring here and summer right around the corner, it’s time to ...