Rendezvous Mountain News Today

Jason Duncan said that when he began going to the Wilkes and other county courthouses in the mid-1990s for genealogical research, he primarily looked at birth and marriage records and

From the Appalachian Trail to the Bechler River Traverse, these are our favorite long-haul hikes in our national parks. Now get planning.

“First day hikes” are planned on New Year’s Day at most state parks in North Carolina.

Half of the state is in a drought and 30 counties have burn bans.

These are the best snowy winter ski resorts in the U.S. for all things après ski, from Aspen to Alaska.

How far would you go for your wedding? These adventurous couples trekked to Mount Everest base camp, skied down the Rockies and swam in the Cozumel Channel to say “I do.”

These days, wellness extends to the simple act of immersing in the wilderness, often giving tech-weary travelers a meaningful chance to connect to the natural world.

Whether you’re interested in wildlife safaris, hiking trails, or ski resorts — or you simply want to breathe in its fresh air and enjoy the mountain views — here’s our guide to all things Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

MADISON - Call it “Harding Moves West.”

The iconic trail boasts a steep and rocky face in the summer.