Today's Outdoors Pulse
Travelers Flock to Hidden Nature Gems, Study Finds
Travel researchers report that 58% of British travellers now prioritize lesser‑known destinations. Google searches for “hidden gem travel” surged 5,095% in the past year, underscoring strong demand. Luxury‑travel firm Bailey Robinson compiled a Hidden Nature Gem Score, highlighting the Philippines’ Hidden Lagoon and Canada’s top hidden sites.
$60M Surf Farm Wave Pool Supercharges Australia's Sunshine Coast
Wavegarden is building a $60 million Surf Farm wave‑pool complex on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, targeting a 2028 launch. The 10‑hectare site will host a 62‑module Cove system, the largest Wavegarden installation on Australia’s east coast. World‑champion surfer Joel Parkinson backs the project, promising programmable waves for beginners through elite athletes. The development joins a rival Gold Coast pool backed by Mick Fanning, underscoring rapid growth in Australia’s synthetic‑surf market.
I’m a Travel Writer and These Are the European Walking Holidays I’d Recommend This Year
Travel writer Lauren Taylor spotlights five European walking holidays poised for 2026, ranging from Italy’s Dolomites to Ireland’s Connemara. Demand for active vacations is soaring, with Explore reporting a 52% rise in walking trips since the pre‑COVID era. Prices vary,...
Annapurna Summit Push, Eight Without O2
A group of 27 foreign climbers is preparing a summit push on Annapurna, an 8,091‑meter peak, with eight climbers planning to go without supplemental oxygen. The expedition will depart Base Camp on April 14, advance one camp per day, and...
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The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2023
Travel+Leisure’s 2023 list of the 50 best destinations marks the first year the magazine groups its picks into themed categories, ranging from cultural riches to beach vibes. The guide highlights major new attractions such as Cairo’s Grand Egyptian Museum, luxury...
Epic Family Road Trip Across Morocco's Blue Cities
Tangier ➡️ Tétouan ➡️ Chefchaouen. Seven suitcases, eight cities, three children…. Epic Moroccan spring break adventure ✅
Village 4 vs 4 Lite: Is the Lite Worth It?
https://t.co/mbDCHkr4jM In this episode, I will be comparing the NatureHike Village 4 to the Village 4 Lite - we will go over the differences, my impressions and we will discuss whether or not there is enough done with the Lite version...
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This 5,600-Mile Road Trip Covers 11 States and 12 of America's Best National Parks
In 1920 a group of 12 adventurers launched a 5,600‑mile road trip that linked 12 national parks across 11 states, aiming to showcase public lands and spur the creation of drivable highways. A century later the same loop—often called the...
Put the Golden Isles of Georgia on Your Must-Visit List
The Golden Isles of Georgia, a cluster of four barrier islands plus the port city of Brunswick, offer postcard‑perfect beaches, historic charm, and a range of upscale accommodations. Visitors can choose from luxury resorts such as Sea Island and The...
Sébastien Bouin Climbs New 5.15b with Le Champ Des Muses in France
French elite climber Sébastien Bouin achieved the first ascent of Le Champ des Muses, a 9b/5.15b route in Romeyer, Drôme, France. The project, known for its brutal endurance demands, was finally sent after a strong north wind helped Bouin push...
Ben Richards, 2026 Freeride World Tour Men’s Ski Champion & FIS World Champion (Ep.402)
Ben Richards was crowned the 2026 Freeride World Tour Men’s Ski Champion and became the inaugural FIS World Champion in the discipline. In a recent episode of Reviewing the News, Richards broke down each of his winning runs and shared...
Watch: Miguel Blanco Goes All In On A Rumour
Miguel Blanco left his home surf break in Ericeira to chase a rumor of a perfect wave in Honduras. After ten days of travel, sand, dust and long waits, he finally found an empty right‑hand point with crystal‑clear water and...
International Dark Sky Week (April 13‑20) Sparks Global Stargazing Travel
The International Dark‑Sky Association (IDA) marks April 13‑20, 2026 as International Dark Sky Week, urging travelers to visit certified dark‑sky locations. With light pollution rising twice as fast as population growth and 80% of people living under bright skies, the...
Crust Bikes Fazed Out Bar Brings 31.8 Clamp to the Towel Rack
Crust Bikes has launched the Fazed Out bar, a $123 drop‑bar that adapts the brand’s popular Towel Rack shape to a 31.8 mm handlebar clamp. The bar features extra‑long drops—about an inch longer than the Nullabar—while offering widths from 56 cm to...
Vacations by Rail Launches $4,675 13‑Day Tour Linking Five National Parks via Amtrak
Vacations by Rail introduced a 13‑day escorted tour called America’s Great National Parks, priced from $4,675 per person. The package blends an overnight Amtrak Empire Builder journey with guided excursions in five western parks, offering a hands‑free way to experience...
Impact On Shenzhen International Outdoor Exhibition 2026
The Shenzhen International Outdoor Exhibition 2026, held in March at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center, gathered hundreds of exhibitors and tens of thousands of visitors under the "Leading a New Way of Life" theme. The show highlighted four themed...
Guilin’s Landscapes
The piece celebrates Guilin’s dramatic karst topography, likening its mist‑shrouded limestone peaks to traditional Chinese ink‑wash paintings. The author, traveling by high‑speed train from Hong Kong, highlights the Li River’s emerald ribbon and the nearby Yangshuo region, which locals deem...
Video: Crankworx Unfiltered Episode 4 Goes Deep in Rotorua
Crankworx Unfiltered Episode 4 offers a behind‑the‑scenes look at the 11th‑edition Rotorua mountain‑bike festival, highlighting athletes’ practice routines, crew life, and impromptu sessions on Robin Goomes’ private course. The series shifts focus from podium recaps to authentic storytelling, giving fans insight...
Video: Inside Vali Höll & Danny Hart’s Defining 2025 Seasons in 'RACER'
Adidas Five Ten has released two new episodes of its "RACER" series on YouTube, featuring downhill stars Vali Höll and Danny Hart. Höll’s film dramatizes her 2025 season, where a sponsor collapse forced a mid‑season reset before she clinched the...
Review: Patagonia Airshed Pro Pullover
Patagonia’s AirShed Pro Pullover is a lightweight, 3.7‑ounce technical layer built from 100% recycled stretch polyester with a water‑resistant finish. Priced at $139, it delivers markedly higher breathability than the brand’s classic Houdini and most competing windbreakers, making it ideal...
Australia’s Premier Shark Hunter to Test Efficacy of Sharkbanz Bracelets Off Tweed Heads and Yamba Beaches
Newcastle shark fisherman Joel Nancarrow, known as Shark Jaw Restoration, is organizing a two‑week field trial off Tweed Heads, Coffs Harbour and Yamba to evaluate Sharkbanz magnetic bracelets against bull sharks. The experiment will use baited hooks with and without the bracelets,...
Horizontal Falls Tourism Extended to 2028 as State Tips $5 Million Into Infrastructure
The Western Australian government has approved a $5 million infrastructure package to support Indigenous‑led tourism at Horizontal Falls, extending commercial gap‑ride access through the 2028 season. A new Working Group of Dambimangari traditional owners and tour operators will limit rides to...
SSI Divers Featured in Leading Travel and Conservation Outlets
Scuba Schools International (SSI) announced that its divers, instructors and expedition partners have been highlighted in major publications such as Forbes, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and Oceanographic Magazine. The coverage showcases global expeditions, conservation work and the growing...
Vegas: Unexpected World‑Class Climbing Hub Revealed
Alex Honnold lives in Vegas because it’s one of the best mountain climbing spots in the world. I’ve lived here my whole life and never thought about it that way.
Kids' Fearless Climbing Inspires and Terrifies Me
My kids' lack of fear, such as climbing down to 4000 feet overhangs at the Grand Canyon since they have no rules against bouldering/climbing....both inspires me, and scares the shit out of me
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How AdventureWEEK Has Helped Position Cabo Verde as a Rising Hiking Destination
Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) and Cabo Verde’s Institute of Tourism (ITCV), backed by the World Bank, hosted the first African AdventureWEEK in February 2026. Fourteen international tour operators from ten countries spent ten days hiking the volcanic islands of...
India's Breathtaking High‑altitude Road Defies Expectations
We drove up the (2nd) highest public road in the world. Over 5,400m. Is this what you expected #india to look like? https://t.co/eRPe1IEOHJ
Hong Kong Charts a Course to Become Asia’s Premier Yachting Destination
Hong Kong’s government unveiled a plan to add 600 new yacht berths at former quarry sites, the Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter and a Hung Hom waterfront development, while relaxing entry requirements for visiting vessels. The initiative targets a burgeoning yachting market that...
Dustin Rutter - Red Basin Clam Beds Loop (AZ) - 2026-04-06
Dustin Rutter tackled the Red Basin Clam Beds Loop in Arizona on April 6, 2026, finishing in 57 minutes and 34 seconds. The 12‑mile course proved exceptionally challenging, with the first and last two miles on rough dirt roads and...
Indiana's Lush Lake Just Outside Bloomington Has A Family-Friendly Swim Beach, Fishing, And Trails
Lake Lemon, a 1,650‑acre reservoir near Bloomington, Indiana, serves as the state’s 11th‑largest lake and a backup water supply. The lake offers a family‑friendly beach at Riddle Point Park for $12 per vehicle, along with fishing, power boating and a...
Forgot Our Suitcases Hours Before 5‑Week Trip
We leave for a 5 week international trip in 24 hours…. And just pulled out our suitcases 🤦🏻♂️
Grand Teton Tests Robotic Sage Grouse to Keep Birds Off Airport Runway
Grand Teton National Park has begun field trials of animated robotic sage grouse near Jackson Hole Airport. The lifelike decoys are designed to lure real birds away from the runway, addressing a long‑standing safety and conservation challenge.
Nestled Between Chicago And Springfield Is A Lovely Illinois State Park With Trails, Camping, And River Views
Kankakee River State Park, a 4,000‑acre forested oasis about an hour from Chicago, offers scenic river views, diverse trails, and four distinct campgrounds. The park’s centerpiece is the Kankakee River, an 85‑mile stretch recognized as a National Water Trail and...
This New 5.13 Trad Route Has a Potential 20-Metre Fall
Robbie Phillips, a leading all‑round climber, completed the first ascent of "Away With the Faeries" (E9 5.13b) on Carn Liath, Isle of Skye. The new trad route features a daunting 20‑metre runout section where a fall would result in significant air time....
Calling Mountain Lions at Close Range Is a Predator Hunt Unlike Anything Else
Outdoor writer Scott Haugen recounts a high‑stakes cougar hunt in Oregon’s Cascade foothills, where he used electronic calls, a short‑barreled 12‑gauge shotgun and a 6.8 Western rifle to take a female mountain lion at under 50 yards. After two hours of calling...
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This Western State Is a Nature Lover’s Paradise in Its Little-Known Shoulder Seasons—How to Make the Most of Your Visit
Visiting Montana during the spring or fall shoulder seasons lets travelers enjoy Big Sky Country’s dramatic landscapes without the summer crowds. Fall brings vivid foliage, active wildlife, and lower accommodation prices, while spring offers roaring waterfalls, wildflower hikes, and extended...
Canada's Scenic Ontario Lake Town Is A Fishing Paradise
Sioux Lookout, Ontario, perched on Pelican Lake, has become a premier fishing hub for serious anglers. The town offers access to a network of lakes—including Lac Seul, Big Vermillion, and Minnitaki—known for trophy‑size walleye, northern pike, lake trout and smallmouth bass. Visitors can choose...
You Can Now Walk the Entire English Coastline. And This Photographer Has Walked Every Step
Photographer Quintin Lake completed a five‑year, 6,835‑mile trek around Britain’s coastline, documenting the journey in his project *The Perimeter*. In March 2026 England opened the 2,700‑mile King Charles III England Coast Path, the world’s longest continuous coastal trail, making the entire English shoreline legally...
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Porthleven, Cornwall’s TV‑Featured Harbour Draws New Visitors
Porthleven, Cornwall, has experienced a surge in tourist interest after its harbour appeared in the BBC drama ‘Poldark’. The town’s independent shops, seafood stalls and the Shipyard Market are now seeing higher footfall, positioning the quiet harbour as a summer...
Pembrokeshire National Park to License Coasteering, Aiming to Protect Wildlife
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park will roll out a £100 licensing scheme for commercial coasteering trips in May, targeting wildlife disturbance and environmental impact. The move follows a rise in complaints and aims to bring the sport under the same regulatory...
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This National Park Is Known as the ‘Galapagos of North America’—And It’s Home to 145 Species Found Nowhere Else on...
Channel Islands National Park, off California’s central coast, is dubbed the “Galapagos of North America” because it hosts 145 endemic species. The park comprises five road‑free islands accessible only by ferry or charter plane, with limited amenities and no entry...
Costa Rica Moves to Secure Public Access to All Beaches with New Bill
Costa Rica's legislature is advancing Bill No. 24.413, which would amend the Coastal Zone Act to require at least three public entry points for every recognized beach. The measure also mandates a nationwide beach inventory and accessibility standards, signaling a...
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This Small West Virginia Town Is the Ultimate Spring Getaway—With Colorful Wildflowers and a Scenic Waterfall Trail
The New River Gorge National Park near Fayetteville, West Virginia, becomes a spring hotspot with vibrant wildflowers, dozens of waterfalls, and a mix of outdoor activities ranging from biking and hiking to trout fishing and extreme sports. April‑May offers peak...
Adventure Links of the Week
The weekly roundup spotlights a range of adventure stories, from Laura Pineau and Elsa Ponzo’s 43‑day, 681‑pitch climb across Provence to a harrowing bear encounter that left a solo mountain biker injured in British Columbia. It revisits historic feats, including Salomon Andrée’s...
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One of Canada's Least-Visited National Parks Is a Stunning Alternative For Banff—With Fjords, Coastal Paths, and Lush Forests
Gros Morne National Park in Newfoundland & Labrador offers a remote, crowd‑free alternative to Banff, featuring fjords, coastal paths, and a rare mantle‑exposure geology. The park spans nearly 700 square miles and welcomes fewer than 250,000 visitors each year, compared...
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This Small Ozark Town Is the Midwest’s Best Outdoor Destination—With Natural Waterslides, Waterfalls, and Tons of Charm
Arcadia Valley, an 80‑mile‑south‑of‑St. Louis Ozark enclave, has evolved from a 19th‑century mining hub into one of the Midwest’s premier outdoor destinations. Visitors flock to iconic sites such as Elephant Rocks State Park, Johnson’s Shut‑Ins natural waterslides, and Taum Sauk Mountain’s...
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I'm a Travel Writer, and These Are 10 Things You Should Take Out of Your Carry-On in 2026—From $8 on...
Travel writer Chaise Sanders outlines ten carry‑on swaps that keep a bag under $50 per item, replacing bulky or outdated gear with streamlined Amazon finds. She recommends packing cubes, a hanging toiletry bag, a built‑in‑cable portable charger, a matching lounge...
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The 'Pennsylvania Grand Canyon' Stretches 47 Miles—And It's One of the East Coast's Most Stunning Natural Wonders
Pennsylvania’s Pine Creek Gorge, dubbed the "Pennsylvania Grand Canyon," stretches 47 miles through the Allegheny Plateau, with cliffs up to 4,000 feet apart. The gorge’s dramatic shape results from 300‑million‑year erosion and a 20,000‑year‑old glacial meltwater event that carved a deep...
Wisconsin's "Corbet's Couloir" Is Small but Daunting
Granite Peak in Wisconsin has introduced Caroline's Couloir, a modest five‑foot cliff that mimics the legendary Corbet's Couloir at Jackson Hole. The trail is built on snow‑made ice, delivering a consistently hard, fast landing that challenges even seasoned skiers. Influencer...
North Macedonia Shines as Europe’s Best‑Kept Travel Secret
CNN Travel and AOL editors highlighted North Macedonia as an under‑visited European country with dramatic scenery, diverse food and a sunny climate. The feature joins a broader trend of American travelers looking beyond France, Spain and Italy to lesser‑known spots.