Alpine Lake in Idaho's Sawtooth Mountains offers a challenging yet rewarding hiking experience with stunning views and a ...

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 ...

Tucked away near Crested Butte, Colorado, this high alpine escape rests at 11,500 feet and feels like a secret guarded by the mountains for generations. The vivid turquoise water catches the light in ...

Alpine lakes, quiet trails, and mountain stillness make this Colorado escape feel peaceful, wild, and unforgettable.

Washington's Lake Ingalls is a hiker's paradise, as well as a place to take in some of the most beautiful views. However, ...

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 ...

While many of the high alpine lakes in the Vail area remain covered in snow and ice, Nolan Lake near Fulford is ice-free and ready for a midsummer dip. Getting There The trailhead for Nolan Lake is in ...

We left downtown Sonora about 9 a.m. Sunday and drove northeast to Lake Alpine reservoir on Highway 4 in the rocky, rugged Alpine County section of the Stanislaus National Forest. We parked on the ...