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A Local's Guide to Bouldering in Central Park, New York City
A Local's Guide to Rock Climbing in the Heart of New York City

Summer afternoon climbing at Worthless Boulder, one of Central Park's many crags hiding in plain sight

New York City's Rat Island Eco Retreat by Jendretzki Design
NYC's Proposed Rat Island Eco Retreat Is Off-Grid & Vermin Free

A former refuge for escaped inmates may soon become a boutique island of net zero prefab cabins off the coast of The Bronx

Sundial Studios' Pond Cabin Embraces Nature Outside NYC
This Quiet Family Cabin North of NYC Embraces Nature and Chases the Sun

A simple structure made to weather with age and offer access to nearby skiing, hiking, and climbing

North River Architecture's Hidden Poolhouse Outside NYC Is A Dream Realized
This Hidden Poolhouse Outside NYC Is the Ultimate Retreat From City Life

A secret 60-foot lap pool set on the edge of the Catskill forest outside the artsy town of Woodstock

From NYC to the Adirondacks: Canoe Camping Way Upstate
From NYC to the Adirondacks: A Canoe Camping Adventure Way Upstate

Three days of wild islands, stunning sunrises, and endless fly fishing—a hidden Northeast gem captured on 35mm film

Experimental Film From New York's Catskill Mountains
Experimental Photography From Upstate New York

Ethereal and conceptual images created with a range of analog techniques over a 12 month period spent exploring the wilderness just hours north of NYC

55,000 Steps Across Manhattan Island in One Spring Day
Photo Essay: 55,000 Steps Across Manhattan Island

British photographer Anne Hollowday proves a hike in the great outdoors can be found just about anywhere, even New York City

Delaware Water Gap Bikepacking, Just Outside of New York City
DIY Bikepacking up the Delaware River, Just Outside New York City

Two first-time bike campers escape city life to find peace, quiet, and adventure in rural Pennsylvania

Best of 2017: Editor's Pick
Best of 2017: Editor's Pick

From bikepacking across Oregon to canoe camping in Upstate New York, these were our founding editor's favorite from the year

Soaking in Summer's Final Rays on Saranac Lake, Upstate NY
17 Film Photos Capture Summer's Last Breath in Upstate New York

Canoe camping deep in the Adirondack Mountains on an idyllic lake dotted with tiny islands waiting to be explored

Gear Review: Primus Tupike Two Burner Stove
The Best Designed Two Burner Stove for Car Camping

An aesthetically superior car camping stove accented with oak laths and brass finishings

In Search of Illusive Catskill Mountain Trout
Photo Essay: In Search of Catskill Mountain Trout on the Edge of NYC

Navigating a labyrinth of vibrant Hudson Valley rivers with fly rod and camera in hand