I wound my way down Muddy Creek — in the heart of Utah’s Swell — deeper into a canyon that narrowed with every mile. The morning sun, still inching its way above the horizon, promised a warm, clear trek. 　　But spring in the desert is nothing if not unpredictable — brutally hot and dry one second, and then harsh winds,...

　　Ram is back to doing what it does best: Offering special editions of its trucks that are more about delivering value to buyers with a little flair than they are about big price tags and fancy features. The latest is the 2026 Ram 1500 Express, continuing a name that Ram first offered 86 years ago. 　　Ram 1500 Express Fills the...

　　House Republicans have advanced a plan to sell off hundreds of thousands of acres of federal public lands in Nevada and Utah, drawing swift criticism from conservation groups, outdoor recreation advocates, and some state and local leaders. 　　The amendment, introduced by Representatives Mark Amodei (R-NV) and Celeste Maloy (R-UT), was quietly added to a larger budget reconciliation bill during a...

　　Two bodies were extracted by a Garfield County Search and Rescue (SAR) team at Bryce Canyon National Parks Inspiration Point on Tuesday, April 29. The deceased man and woman were spotted by tourists, who reported them to authorities around midday. By 1:50 p.m., SAR units were en route to the scene with assistance from a Department of Public Safety helicopter....

　　Supporters of outdoor recreation scored a major victory Wednesday. For 2 weeks, public land advocates had sounded the alarm over a budget amendment from House Republicans that aimed to sell about half a million acres of federal land in Utah and Nevada. 　　Representatives Mark Amodei (R-NV) and Celeste Maloy (R-UT) added the controversial proposal on May 7, arguing that the...

　　Want to see a waterfront caldera, a massive 200-year-old cactus, and a desert oasis? Just head to the Baja Peninsula. 　　The second-longest peninsula in the world, it extends nearly 800 miles, with the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Gulf of California (or Sea of Cortez) to the east. Geologically speaking, volcanic activity sheared off land from North America...

　　So long, frostbite, wolves, and bears. Hello, sunburn, snakes, and zebras. 　　The latest season of the History Channels Alone returns to the southern hemisphere for the second time, and a desert for a first. Billed as one of the most inhospitable places on earth, the Karoo Desert in northern South Africa will bring new challenges to 10 survivalists. 　　We dont...

　　Stiff competition in today’s off-road tire industry means that every manufacturer needs to continuously improve, or get left — quite literally — in the dust. The new Yokohama Geolandar G018 A/T4 tire is no different, aiming to improve on the long-tenured Geolandar G015. The recipe is simple: more rugged looks and more off-road capability, without sacrificing road manners or durability....

　　South of Death Valley in Californias Mojave Desert is the 624,270-acre Chuckwalla National Monument. Established by President Joe Biden on January 14, 2025, this is one of Californias two newest national monuments. Its home to unique desert biodiversity, culturally significant Native American sites, archaeological finds, historical military training bases, and recreation opportunities galore. 　　But just months after its creation, a...

　　Approaching wildlife can be a dangerous choice, and often it doesnt end well. On May 4, a 47-year-old Florida man visiting Yellowstone National Park learned that the hard way when he got too close to a bison. 　　The animal reacted defensively and attacked, goring the man and leaving him with minor injuries. The attack took place around 3:15 p.m. in...

　　For nearly 25 years, Colorado nonprofit First Descents has taken cancer survivors on free weeklong trips into the wilderness. The internal struggle of feeling powerless against a potentially fatal illness can last far longer than physical symptoms, and First Descents aims to help these survivors regain confidence in both mind and body. 　　So it was with profound heartbreak that the...

　　There were 423 vendors — up from the 415 in 2024 — at Overland Expo West 2025. I, of course, scoured all of them once again to bring you the latest products from the overland industry. 　　The hot vehicles this year, with loads of new products for, were the Grenadier, Land Cruiser 250, and F550 chassis cab. There were somehow...