The Midwest is home to some of the country’s best recreation areas for hiking and camping. Terrain shows you where to go and what to do when you get there.

Winning Shots from Our 2025 Photo Contest

From misty river mornings to roaring campfires, solo adventures to family getaways, your photos had us itching to grab our own gear and hit the trail.

By |2025-10-24T13:26:56-05:00October 24th, 2025|Biking, Climbing, Culture, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature, Paddling, Running|2 Comments

10 Gifts Every Outdoor Lover Actually Wants

From rugged travel packs to pocket-ready protein snacks, these 10 gifts will make even the crankiest adventurer crack a smile.

By |2025-10-23T14:25:17-05:00October 22nd, 2025|Biking, Climbing, Culture, Gear, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature, Running|0 Comments

Swamps, Trails, and Throwed Rolls: A Sikeston Adventure Guide

From Appalachian-like hikes to hardwood swamps filled with birds, Sikeston’s backyard blends wild terrain with classic Midwestern charm. Here’s your must-do list.

By |2025-10-10T15:18:00-05:00October 10th, 2025|Biking, Culture, Destinations, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature, Paddling|0 Comments

Missouri State Parks’ Laura Hendrickson on Goals, Favorite Places, and Hidden Gems

Laura Hendrickson takes charge of Missouri’s 93 parks and historic sites, with plans to keep them thriving and free.

By |2025-08-27T09:35:58-05:00August 27th, 2025|Biking, Climbing, Culture, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature|1 Comment

We Attended the Switchback Outdoor Expo in Nashville. Here Are Our Favorite Items.

The Switchback outdoor expo and conference in Nashville showcased the latest gear in hiking, backpacking, camping, apparel, and footwear — including these eight gems. 

Your Guide to Outdoor Adventure in Hermann, Missouri

Situated along the banks of the Missouri River, Hermann, Missouri, is a charming and picturesque German village that offers a variety of outdoor fun. Here are your must-do activities.

The MR340 Wasn’t Enough — So They Biked There and Back

Two Missouri adventurers biked, paddled, and dragged a canoe across the state — and lived to tell the sweaty, epic tale.

By |2025-08-18T11:27:22-05:00August 18th, 2025|Biking, Culture, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature, Paddling|0 Comments

Who Needs Mountains? Here’s What Your Favorite Midwest Adventures Say About You

From waterfall hunting in Arkansas to gravel grinding in Kansas, here's what your favorite nearby adventures say about you.

By |2025-08-15T12:38:20-05:00August 15th, 2025|Climbing, Culture, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature, Paddling, Running|0 Comments
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