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Departments
Mountain bikers will soon have plenty of trails to ride in eastern Tennessee.
The sculptures of artist and angler Ryan Smith.
The necessity of the adventure cleanse.
The best new hiking gear for Blue Ridge trails.
Connecting life’s dots helps a runner complete an Appalachian classic.
New tunes from Gov’t Mule and Wilderado, plus the return of Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats.
Features
Hikers share tales of how simple acts of kindness help keep them moving.
Where to catch coveted trout in high-elevation Appalachian streams.
We explore four under-the-radar fall escapes.
Reflecting on the increased opportunities and access to the outdoors.
Don’t make these backpacking blunders.
There’s so much to absorb on a mountain ascent.
Special Sections
Nine Seriously Stunning Hiking Destinations in the Blue Ridge