Camping-Hiking

Deals April 14

Wayfair's Big Outdoor Sale offers unmissable camping deals

Spend less on tents, coolers, cookware, lanterns and sleeping solutions during Wayfair’s Big Outdoor Sale.

Deals April 4

11 lightweight backpacks that are perfect for day hikes

Short hikes don’t require much equipment, so carry all your belongings in a lightweight pack that won’t tire you out.

US April 3

Tropical vacation accident kills chef who worked at Michelin-starred restaurant

A Michelin-starred restaurant chef died in a freak accident when she was struck by a boulder on a vacation hike in Hawaii with her boyfriend.

Deals March 29

15 finds to help you gear up for hiking season

If you're going on a day hike or an overnight adventure with your dog, these items can help keep you safe and comfortable.

California February 17

Crews rescue teen from 50-foot-deep California mineshaft: Watch

Placer County, California, rescue crews pounced into action and extracted a 16-year-old boy who was stranded in a nearly 50-foot mine shaft.

Camping-Hiking February 6

Hikers on tallest mountain in Northeast rescued from whiteout snowstorm at 5,000 feet

Two experienced hikers were rescued from the tallest mountain in the Northeast after a whiteout snowstorm stranded them at about 5,000 feet on Sunday.

Missing Persons February 4

Missing North Carolina hiker, 73, found dead in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

A missing 73-year-old North Carolina hiker was found dead in Great Smoky Mountains National Park over the weekend, park officials said.

Australia January 8

23-year-old hiker found after surviving for 2 weeks in Australian mountain range

A medical student from Melbourne who was missing in a remote Australian mountain range for two weeks survived on two muesli bars, foraged berries and creek water, police said.

Camping-Hiking December 29

Man on vacation goes viral for blunt answer to question: 'No, I'm not having fun'

A man who spent vacation time with his brother in Arizona described what happened after the two of them went on a number of nature hikes — and social media users on Reddit had a field day.

Food-Drink December 14

Woman feeds family for a week with 11-pound mushroom find: 'Twice the size of my head'

A woman in the United Kingdom found and ate an 11-pound puffball mushroom, which fed her family for a week of meals, she said. Experts share important warnings about wild mushrooms, however.

World December 5

12-year-old girl finds ancient Egyptian amulet in Israel

An ordinary family trip turned extraordinary when a 12-year-old girl found what turned out to be an ancient Egyptian amulet dating back 3,500 years.

New Zealand December 4

2 American climbers go missing on New Zealand mountain

Two American mountain climbers and a Canadian climber are missing on Aoraki, also known as Mount Cook, the highest peak in New Zealand.

World November 29

Missing Canadian hiker found alive after spending weeks in blistering cold

A missing hiker was located in the Canadian wilderness after being lost for more than six weeks, according to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

Deals November 27

16 gifts for outdoorsy people you can find during Black Friday

Major outdoor retailers have Black Friday sales featuring camping gear, boots, apparel and winter sports gear.

Oregon November 27

Search for missing Oregon hiker and her dogs suspended over 'weather conditions, likelihood of survivability'

The search has been suspended for missing Oregon hiker Susan Lane-Fournier and her two dogs, according to the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office.

Oregon November 26

Oregon hiker, 61, vanishes with her 2 dogs

A search is underway for Susan Lane-Fournier, a 61-year-old hiker who vanished near Welches, Oregon, late last week, the local sheriff's office said.

True Crime November 18

Camping murder suspect claimed dog led to tent killing: docs

A report revealed how the suspect in the murder of avid outdoorsman Dustin Kjersem made employees at a popular Montana resort feel "uncomfortable," documents show.

US November 10

Experienced Oregon hiker found dead in Mount Hood National Forest following extensive search

The body of an Oregon hiker who went missing on Wednesday was found on Friday following an extensive search through the snowy Mount Hood National Forest.

True Crime November 5

Camping murder suspect claimed self-defense though victim offered him beer

The suspect in the murder of a Montana dad and avid outdoorsman claimed self-defense in his confession, while police say the victim offered his alleged killer a beer.

True Crime November 1

Beer can used to track suspect in dad’s camping trip murder: police

Daren Christopher Abbey allegedly killed Dustin Kjersem during a chance encounter while camping near Big Sky, Montana, according to police.

Crime October 31

Suspect in camping trip murder identified after dad found butchered in tent

A suspect has been identified in the murder case of Dustin Kjersem, an avid outdoorsman found dead in his tent nearly three weeks ago.

National Parks October 29

Hiker, 24, found dead on desert trail in Big Bend National Park, officials say

Park Rangers at Big Bend National Park in Texas recovered the body of a 24-year-old hiker along a desert trail on Monday, officials said.

Deals October 29

Winter camping gear that will help you stay warm while you’re in the woods

Camping in the winter is quite the experience, but it requires a warm sleeping quarters and waterproof camping gear.

Crime October 28

Crime scene clue could help solve young dad's camping trip murder as killer remains on the loose

Over two weeks since a Montana father was found killed in his tent, police say they are now looking for a large axe and other items they believe were taken from the crime scene.

California October 23

Missing teen hiker in California reunited with family after spending night in sub-freezing temperature

A 16-year-old hiker who went missing during a hike with her dog in Northern California on Sunday has been found safe, search and rescuers said.

Deals October 17

Bundle up for your favorite fall activities with this outdoor apparel

Now that colder weather is here, make sure you stay warm with the right shoes, jackets and apparel.

Montana October 16

Montana man camping near Big Sky found dead in tent after ‘vicious attack,’ police say

A man, later identified as Dustin Kjersem, 35, was found dead in a tent last weekend near Big Sky, Montana, and investigators are calling the case a homicide.

TRAVEL October 16

Texas man invents 1.5K-mile adventure trail for hikers, bikers and horseback riders

A Texas man has set his sights on making the next great adventure trail like the Appalachian Trail or the Pacific Crest that spans 1,500 miles across The Lone Star State.

TRAVEL October 13

Colorado woman runs 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail in 40 days, beating fastest known time record

A professional runner from Colorado recently completed the 2,189-mile Appalachian Trail in a record 40 days time. She told Fox News Digital about her experience.

Deals October 9

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days: 28 deals that will save you hundreds

Find major sales on home necessities, outdoor items, tech, apparel and exercise equipment during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.