When two young backpackers disappeared, this Central American town made headlines worldwide. But in reality it feels like one of the region’s safest places.

This story originally appeared in the June 2025 issue of Town&Gown magazine. For those seeking outdoor adventure in Happy Valley, the hardest part is really deciding what you want to do and where you ...

The Great Gorge Trail in Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania, is exactly that kind of pinch-worthy discovery. Tucked away in the Laurel Highlands, this 3.6-mile trail delivers the kind of natural beauty that makes ...

These dark sky sanctuaries, reserves, parks, and trails invite you to immerse yourself in the wonders of our night skies. Here’s where to go.

Hickory Run State Park in White Haven, Pennsylvania is the escape hatch you’ve been searching for. Nestled in the western ...

The Vicksburg National Military Park today stretches over 1800 acres worth of ravines, woods, and fields. The Vicksburg ...

Amid a booming economy and the thriving auto industry, families piled into their cars and hit the country's new interstate system.

This week’s hike is at the Genesee County Park and Forest in East Bethany. There are more than 10 miles of hiking trails navigating through this 430-acre forest, which ...

From less than a mile to 25 miles, here are the best local hiking trails around New Bedford to conquer this summer.

This week’s hike is on the Houghton Forest Trails, part of Houghton University in Allegany County. The university maintains ...

There's a growing appreciation for the hiking scene in the ATL with hikers like Talaya George leading the way.

Social media brouhaha replete with misinformation broke out this week in Summit County regarding Acorn Creek Trail that attracts crowds during wildflower season.