Permafrost is often described as frozen soil, but that undersells its role. It is more like a long-term storage vault for minerals, organic material, and sulfide-rich rocks. When it stays frozen, ...

A short walk from the road leads to a peaceful Arkansas waterfall with cool creek pools, rocky drops, and a forest setting ...

Rifles brought from Europe were of little use in the American wilderness. So hunters, frontiersmen, and revolutionaries began ...

Where to stay, shop, dine, and beach, according to a seasoned travel editor.

On a late-summer flight over northern Alaska’s Brooks Range, stretches of river that should look like glass suddenly appear stained the colour of iron oxide. From above, they resemble rust spreading ...

Nature is a master at transforming water, woods, stone and even ice into awe-inspiring landscapes. Yet manmade creations also count among America’s most stunning spaces. And when the two converge — ...

From literary landmarks to prehistoric stone circles, there’s plenty to offer just a short flight or ferry away ...

Last year, the Field & Stream team of editors decided to perform the most comprehensive and detailed fly rod test in the publication’s history. Naturally, we chose trout as the target species. That ...

This story was originally published in the June 1948 issue of Outdoor Life under the title “Fabulous Firearm: The Kentucky Rifle.” The text been minimally edited to meet contemporary standards. THE ...

This is a lower-jaw hold type fish grip that boasts immense popularity in surf flounder games. Its sturdy stainless steel construction can securely hold even large flounder, and its stylish design ...

Bridal Veil Falls is the tallest free-falling waterfall in all of Colorado, dropping an incredible 365 feet down a sheer ...

The tranquil waters of Quitobaquito Springs sit in the shadow of the wall separating the U.S. from Mexico that spans much of Arizona’s southern border. The small spring is home to three species that ...