I've tested dozens of Apple Watch apps for hiking, and three rise above the rest.

The outdoor industry has exploded in popularity within the past decade, contributing over $1.2 trillion to the US economy in 2023. More people than ever are engaging in outdoor recreational activities ...

Get turn-by-turn directions while out in the middle of nowhere. I've been an avid hiker of the Pacific Northwest for around a decade. I'm also very bad at navigation. Making matters worse, Google and ...

With iOS 18, iPhone users can download hikes or create their own in Apple's mapping app. Here's how to find your next route, and stay on track even when there's no cell signal. I've written for ...

Google Maps and Apple’s Maps app offer location-based directories and other tools for finding new places to explore, before or after you hit the road. By J. D. Biersdorfer J.D. Biersdorfer does not ...

Jeff Carlson writes about mobile technology for CNET. He is also the author of dozens of how-to books covering a wide spectrum ranging from Apple devices and cameras to photo editing software and ...

AllTrails is a great resource for planning and executing your outdoor activities. Here are my favorite features and why I upgraded my subscription. Aly Lopez was a writer on the sleep and wellness ...