There’s something quite compelling about a beautiful body of water; these natural wonders invite quiet contemplation and encourage all sorts of outdoor recreation. And while this intrigue can be found ...

In summer and fall, Mammoth Lakes becomes an outdoor adventurer's paradise. Popular hikes include Horseshoe Lake Loop with its views of Mammoth Mountain, and Panorama Dome Trail, which overlooks the ...

As I trudge along the trail through stands of spruce and fir, my legs and shoulders are beginning to protest my heavier-than-usual pack. But the promise of what awaits at camp is worth the extra ...

Have you ever longed for a summer escape where you glide across sapphire alpine waters at dawn and plunge into their invigorating depths by midday? Across the United States, these high-altitude gems ...

Summer is a great time to venture above treeline into the tundra and the Rocky Mountains are dotted with multitudes of alpine lakes that create ideal destination hikes. The trailhead access for ...

Why do some places make you stop breathing for a second, without warning? High in Colorado’s alpine backcountry, some lakes do exactly that, and you won’t believe they’re real. These lakes weren’t ...

For the sturdy explorer in Colorado, the rarefied air of 14,000 feet might be the ultimate reward after a hard hike. Or it might be the refreshing, scenic shore of an alpine lake. The waters appear ...

Today we venture along Alpine Lake located in Marin’s Lake District — where Lake Lagunitas, Bon Tempe and Alpine are gathered together like blue beads strung on Lagunitas Creek. The hike we take along ...