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.
Cottage Gear Guide: Ultralight Hiking & Backpacking Gear From Small, Startup, and Cottage Brands
The Cottage Gear Guide spotlights ultralight shelters, tarps, and sleep systems from small, startup, and cottage brands, emphasizing designs that prioritize weight savings and material innovation. It contrasts premium Dyneema Composite Fabric (DCF) tents with more affordable silnylon and silpoly options, outlining their performance trade‑offs. The guide also details floorless tarps, pyramid shelters, and ultralight accessories such as titanium stakes and reflective guylines. All recommendations are based on hands‑on field testing, with updates reflecting new products and discontinued items through 2026.
Bend Duo Shatters 150‑Mile Willamette River Record in 17h44m
Chelsey Magness and Daniel Staudigel completed a nonstop 150.4‑mile paddle from Eugene to West Linn in 17 hours 44 minutes, establishing a new speed record on Oregon’s Willamette River. The achievement serves as a high‑intensity training run for the upcoming Yukon 1000, the world’s...
Makalu Sherpa Sets Record Ninth Makalu Summit, Eyes Everest for Triple Spring Sweep
Sankhuwasabha-born mountaineer Lakpa Sherpa summited Makalu for a record ninth time on May 2, becoming the most frequent climber of the world’s fifth‑highest peak. The ascent, part of a Seven Summit Treks expedition, follows his April 18 Annapurna I summit...
The New Podcast ‘What to Carry, What to Burn’ Will Change How You See Survival
Blair Braverman, longtime Outside columnist and seasoned dogsledder, debuted the podcast *What to Carry, What to Burn* on May 12. The series examines iconic survival narratives—from Ada Blackjack’s Arctic ordeal to lesser‑known tales—through a lens that prioritizes emotional resonance and...
How to Pack for Efficiency, According to a Thru-Hiker
A seasoned thru‑hiker shares a step‑by‑step packing system designed to cut break time and keep essential gear within arm’s reach. By arranging the tent and sleeping pad at the bottom, heavy food near the back, and high‑use items in external...
Thailand: The Monocle Handbook
Monocle has published a new digital handbook titled "Thailand: The Monocle Handbook," offering curated insights on the country’s culture, business climate, and travel destinations. The release is bundled with Monocle's subscription services, newsletters, and an e‑commerce platform for related merchandise....
World Expeditions Expands Vietnam Cycling Programme
World Expeditions has added four Vietnam cycling itineraries ranging from five to 17 days, each offering e‑bike options and guaranteed departures for 2026. The routes span coastal, rural and mountainous terrain while staying on quieter roads. All trips are fully...
Deal of the Week: Share Photos From Anywhere With This Pocket-Size Satellite Communicator
Garmin has launched the inReach Messenger Plus, a pocket‑size satellite communicator that now supports photo and voice messages through a paired smartphone. The new model expands text capacity from 160 to 1,600 characters and adds a 4‑gram weight increase over...
Nature’s Quiet Reveals What Modern Life Obscures
Kate and I spent the weekend forest bathing. A cabin in deep woods, a river feeding the ocean, tides marking the day. We hiked, watched, listened, and smelled. We let the quiet settle. By Sunday morning, my resting heart rate dropped...
Japanese Southern Alps Traverse – Day 2
On Day 2 of a solo Southern Alps traverse, the hiker found the Chausu hut’s main facilities closed, leaving only a winter room open. A sudden deep snowpack forced a slow, labor‑intensive ascent, culminating in an impassable slope that required the...
How to Use AI to Plan the Camping Trip You Really Want
Google’s Gemini AI can act as a personal camping planner, creating themed visual concepts, gear lists, and detailed campground comparisons. In a test, the model produced a fantasy‑inspired glamping image and curated a shortlist of sites within two hours of...
4 New Chairlifts Are Coming To These 3 BC Ski Resorts Starting Next Season
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies announced four new chairlifts for three British Columbia ski areas—Fernie Alpine, Kimberley Alpine, and Kicking Horse—scheduled for 2026‑2028. Fernie will add the Cedar Bowl Express and a faster Elk Quad, Kimberley will replace its Tamarack...
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This Idyllic Coastal City Has Become Sweden's New Capital of Cool—With Michelin-Starred Restaurants, Unique Design Shops, and Sky-High Saunas
Travel writer Felix Odell spotlights Gothenburg as Sweden’s emerging cool capital, highlighting its surge of Michelin‑starred restaurants, high‑end design boutiques, and the 74‑story Karlatornet skyscraper. The city’s sustainability credentials shine, having topped the Global Destination Sustainability Index for seven consecutive...
Monster Energy Pro Downhill Race Results and Video
The Monster Energy Pro Downhill race took place at Mountain Creek, New Jersey on May 11, 2026. The event featured elite men’s and women’s downhill competitions, with Kailey Skelton clinching the Pro Women title in Round 2 with a time of 2:32.487. Full race...
Philippines Pushes Wellness Tourism, Taps Nature and Traditional Healing
The Philippines' Tourism Promotions Board has made health and wellness a flagship priority in its 2025‑2026 tourism strategy, aiming to blend the country's natural landscapes with traditional healing. The move targets higher‑value visitors seeking long‑stay, nature‑focused retreats as international arrivals...
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The 9 Best Beach Wagons of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
The guide evaluated 15 beach wagons across diverse terrains and selected nine winners for 2026. Beau Jardin’s folding wagon earned Best Overall thanks to its 500‑lb capacity and tool‑free setup, while RANGLAND topped the collapsible category. Premium options like Gregory...
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This 12-Acre Private Lake Island in the Midwest Has a Lodge and Cozy Cabins Perfect for a Summer Getaway
Stout’s Island Lodge, a 12‑acre private island on Wisconsin’s Red Cedar Lake, opens for the season in May offering 40 uniquely designed rooms and cabins. Guests reach the island via an hourly ferry that departs the Shore House and takes...
England's Largest Artificial Lake Is A Vacation Paradise With A Waterpark And A Nature Reserve
Rutland Water, covering 3,100 acres with 23.5 miles of shoreline, is England’s largest artificial lake and a fast‑growing holiday hotspot. The reservoir’s western fringe includes a 1,000‑acre nature reserve that regularly shelters up to 25,000 waterfowl, while the northern side hosts...
Radically Rethought Hydration Pack Is a 'Masterpiece of Minimalism'
RSVR Hydration, a Colorado startup, has launched a minimalist hydration system that eliminates the traditional backpack shell, attaching a low‑profile bladder directly to a chest harness or a six‑pocket vest. The product offers 1.8‑liter or 2.8‑liter translucent bladders with internal...
The Best Part of Big Sur Lies Beneath the Surface
Big Sur’s 100‑mile coastline is famed for its cliffs and redwoods, yet the ocean beneath hosts a surprisingly rich ecosystem. Researchers from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) used remotely operated vehicles to explore the Sur Ridge seamount, located...
Nevada's Once-Thriving Pioneer Town Flooded By Lake Mead Has Reappeared With Ruins Ready To Explore
St. Thomas, a 19th‑century Mormon settlement in Nevada, has resurfaced as Lake Mead’s water levels recede. The town, submerged after the Hoover Dam filled the reservoir in 1938, now reveals walls, foundations and a partially standing ice‑cream parlor. A 2.5‑mile...
Rhinestones Turn Kayaking Into a Colorful Lake‑Tracking Game
Mr Science got a gigantic map of BC lakes & rivers printed out, and suggested that we keep track of them by placing a different-coloured rhinestone on every lake & river we kayak on; tbh this is a GENIUS way...
Storm‑Raging Mountain Trek: Luke’s Quiet Place Adventure
This evening we have an adventure to go on! https://t.co/PftXAG8VlD This time on a Quiet Place Adventures... Luke is backpacking into the mountains as powerful storms build in strength... Within minutes the sky is troubled and thunder is heard in the distance... https://t.co/OcJK52YaPz
This New Luxury Train Journey Tells the Stories of the American Southwest
Rocky Mountaineer unveiled the Canyon Spirit, a three‑day luxury rail experience that links Salt Lake City and Denver with overnight stops in Moab and Glenwood Springs. Launched in April, the route is the only passenger train to serve Moab, the gateway...
Explore the Farne Islands on a Serene North Cruise
Wild Wonders of the North: A Serenity Cruise to the Farne Islands https://t.co/Xd441sRYWJ by @Janine_Moore13
Florida's Gorgeous Gulf Coast Park Has Wildlife, Kayaking, And Fishing Under An Hour From Tallahassee
Florida’s Bald Point State Park, just under an hour north of Tallahassee, offers a blend of white‑sand beaches, brackish waterways, and extensive trails. Visitors can explore 18 miles of multi‑use paths, kayak through Tucker Lake into Ochlockonee Bay, and fish...
National Walking Month: UK and Ireland Restaurants Spotlight Scenic Routes for Food-Loving Ramblers
May’s National Walking Month is prompting restaurants and pubs across the UK and Ireland to showcase nearby walking routes, merging low‑impact exercise with regional cuisine and accommodation. In Cornwall, the newly opened section of the King Charles III England Coast Path near...
Torren Martyn Finally Released ‘Southern Edge,’ and It Was Worth the Wait
Torren Martyn and Ishka Folkwell released "Southern Edge," a surf adventure film documenting their six‑week, 700‑kilometer kayak circumnavigation of Tasmania’s rugged coastline. Backed by Australian wetsuit brand Need Essentials, the duo used two 18‑foot sailing kayaks to chase remote waves...
Michigan Mountain Still Eyeing Memorial Day Skiing
Boyne Mountain in Michigan is keeping a single slope open through Memorial Day, branding it the "Victor Glacier" despite being a man‑made snow field. The patch remains about nine feet deep, and the resort runs the Victor lift on weekends...
Diabaig, Scotland: A Hidden Climber’s Paradise
One of my favorite places on earth, stunning beauty, friendly and few people, great climbing. Diabaig, Scotland. https://t.co/DgF0pHDN8M
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Discover the Best and Worst Times to Visit Italy
Travel experts recommend Italy’s shoulder seasons—April‑May and September‑October—as the optimal window for most visitors. These months combine mild weather, fewer crowds, and lower hotel and airfare rates while still offering full access to attractions. High season runs May‑September, bringing heat,...
From the Magazine: A Cycling Guide for Minnesota’s North Shore
Adventure Cycling’s guide spotlights Minnesota’s North Shore as a premier bikepacking corridor, highlighting the 86‑mile paved Gitchi‑Gami State Trail and a network of hidden gravel roads in Superior National Forest. The guide features Jeremy Kershaw’s iconic 105‑mile Heck of the...
Hidden In The Adirondacks Is New York's Off-The-Grid Resort With Ethereal Lake Views And Nostalgic Vibes
Timberlock, a family‑run resort that first opened in 1899, offers an off‑grid escape on the western shore of Indian Lake in the Adirondacks. The property features 23 rustic cabins and tentlets without electricity or Wi‑Fi, relying on wood‑burning stoves and...
Never Just a Hike
Outside Online announced a summer‑time promotion offering a 30% discount on its Plus membership, which grants unlimited access to the brand’s editorial content, interactive maps, and community features. The limited‑time offer is displayed prominently on the site’s homepage and is...
Yosemite National Park No Longer Requires Entry Reservations—Here's What to Know
Yosemite National Park has eliminated its timed‑entry reservation requirement for the 2026 season, joining Glacier, Arches and Mount Rainier in opening peak‑season access. The change, driven by data showing weekday parking and traffic remained within capacity, has already produced 90‑minute...
Between Joshua Tree And The Mojave Desert Is A Scenic California Nature Preserve With Mountain Views And Camping
The Sheephole Valley Wilderness, a 187,516‑acre protected area in California’s Mojave Desert, was designated in 1994 and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Centered around the 4,613‑foot Sheep Hole Mountains, the wilderness offers rugged terrain, sand dunes, dry lake...
Between Spokane And The Idaho Border Is A Year-Round Mountain State Park With Trails And Huckleberry Harvests
Mount Spokane State Park, spanning 12,444 acres, is Washington’s largest state park and sits just 30 miles from Spokane. The park offers more than 100 miles of trails, eight named peaks, and year‑round recreation—from night skiing on 1,700 acres to...
Vintage '80s Camping Gear That Needs To Make A Comeback
The article spotlights forgotten 1980s outdoor equipment—Moss tents, Eddie Bauer’s goose‑down face mask, Dana Design backpacks, Nike Lava Dome boots, and even print magazines—arguing they deserve a modern comeback. It notes that vintage Moss tents now sell for hundreds on eBay and a...
Yosemite Speed Record, a Big Wall Link-Up and a Rescue
In early May, Yosemite saw two notable climbing achievements and a rescue. Taylor Martin and Oliver Tippet set a new speed record on El Capitan’s Lost in America route, completing the 16‑pitch climb in 16 hours 58 minutes, beating the 2004 mark. The following...
One Power Station Deal Outshines the Rest
I've found 7 power station offers from Bluetti, Jackery, EcoFlow and Anker, but one deal really stands out. https://t.co/o0RcHCNTqf
Aryan Dadiala Sets 210‑km World Record in Goa Sea Swim
Indian endurance swimmer Aryan Singh Dadiala completed a 210‑kilometre non‑stop open‑water swim along Goa’s coastline in 49 hours, 41 minutes and four seconds, earning World Record 218930. The feat, achieved without sleep or physical support, highlights the growing appeal of ultra‑distance swimming...
$750 Billion Desert ‘Giga’ Waterpark Unleashes World-Class Wave Pool in Saudi Arabia (Video)
Saudi Arabia’s Qiddiya City has unveiled Aquarabia, the Middle East’s largest waterpark, featuring a world‑class wave pool powered by Endless Surf. The $750 billion destination project includes 22 rides across a 250,000 sqm footprint, with the wave pool positioned as a central...
DJI Mini 3 Bundle Hits Record Low: $499
Fly more for less – this DJI Mini 3 bundle has been slashed to its lowest-ever price of $499 at Amazon. https://t.co/nB6se1vncj
Got Mom’s Day Surf Pass to El Salvador
My beyond better half gave me hall pass to go on a boys surf strike to 🇸🇻 El Salvador (on Mother’s Day). Forever grateful❤️🙏 “Board meetings” Quick 🏄🏻♂️🎥highlights by incomparable @Casey https://t.co/JTwBlqIjTs
The Most Important Thing in My Riding Pack Isn’t a Tool
Ron Koch recounts a sudden storm on a Pyrenees descent where his Race Face Nano jacket proved essential, keeping him warm and functional despite being soaked. The lightweight shell, which packs to the size of a fist and fits over...
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This 43-Mile Train Was Named South America's Most Beautiful—With 41 Bridges, 13 Tunnels, and Stunning Mountain Views
The Serra Verde Express, a 43‑mile rail line linking Curitiba and Morretes in Brazil, has been named South America’s most beautiful train journey based on eye‑tracking research by InsureandGo. The historic route, built in 1885, winds through the Atlantic Forest,...
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The 8 Best Quick-Dry Towels, Tested and Reviewed
Travel + Leisure tested dozens of quick‑dry towels over two years, evaluating absorbency, durability, sand‑shedding, and packability. The roundup highlights eight top models, from the sand‑resistant Veer Beach Towel to the ultra‑light 1.6‑oz Sea to Summit Airlite for thru‑hikers. Reviewers note trade‑offs...
Spin Cycle: Total Cultural Victory
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Shoulder-Season Surge Sends Northern Spain and Croatia’s Coasts Into Sustainable Travel Spotlight
Travelers are increasingly choosing May, June, September and October over the traditional summer peak, boosting arrivals and overnight stays in northern Spain’s Green Spain region and Croatia’s Adriatic coast throughout 2024‑25. The shift is driven by overtourism fatigue, climate concerns and...
Around the Globe with the eActros 600 in 80 Charging Sessions
Mercedes‑Benz Trucks is partnering with German truck‑driver influencer Tobias Wagner to circumnavigate the globe in a production eActros 600 electric truck. The 45,000‑kilometre journey across more than 35 countries will involve roughly 80 charging stops and is slated to begin in...