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The multi-day trek up Assiniboine Pass to Lake Magog and back down Wonder Pass is one of Canada’s most iconic alpine adventures. (Photo by Aila Taylor)

Canada's Matterhorn: How to Hike Mount Assiniboine's Wonder Pass Loop

Canada's most iconic alpine adventure, the Wonder Pass Loop is a 3-day hike that takes in everything from wildflower meadows to glacial lakes in the heart of the Rockies.

An old mining road at Glaspwll near Machynlleth, in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

In the Footsteps of a Rebel Prince | Walking Glyndŵr's Way

Following this quiet 135-mile national trail through Wales' tranquil heartland reveals a landscape steeped in medieval rebellion, industrial heritage, and the enduring mystery of a vanished prince.

Wild Camper Truck in the shadow of the Black Mountains, Brecon Beacons.

Adventure on Four Wheels | A Wild Camper Trucks Road Trip

Trading tent pegs for truck keys in the Brecon Beacons, Matt Jones takes a road trip in a unique 4x4 camper truck that combines wild adventure with creature comforts.

Camp Notes

Wicken Fen in Cambridgeshire is at the forefront of UK wetland conservation, restoring native fen, creating reedbeds and protecting peatland. (Photo courtesy of National Trust Picture Library)

Wild Places | 6 Amazing UK Rewilding Success Stories

A rewilding revolution has taken root in the UK. Nature writer Gordon Eaglesham puts the spotlight on six trailblazing projects that have inspired so many more along the way.

The view from Priest's Hole at sunset. Photo by Aila Taylor.

Holed Up: Best Caves to Camp and Bivvy In

Forget pitching tents – Britain's caves offer wild sleepers natural shelter with million-star views. From Lake District legends to Scottish howffs, discover underground bivvying's hidden gems.

The Ultimate Guide to Beach Camping in the UK

The Ultimate Guide to Beach Camping in the UK

From Scotland's wild shores to coastal campsites across England, Wales and beyond, discover where to pitch your tent by the sea – plus essential tips for sandy success.

Trig pillar on Penygadair, the summit of Cadair Idris, Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales

All About Trig Pillars | Mapping Modern Britain

Trig pillars are a welcome sight for many walkers summiting Britain’s hills and mountains. But what are they for, and why do they inspire such enduring fascination?

Field Guides

Sunlight shines on Crib Goch as it reflects in Llyn Cwmffynnon, Snowdonia. Image via Alamy

Mountain Base Camps: Pen y Gwryd, Snowdonia

Located close to the foot of Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa), the Pen y Gwryd’s famous hotel makes a great base for hillwalkers: not just perfectly placed but also steeped in mountaineering history.

The Three Sisters of Glencoe on a spring morning.

Field Guide: West Highlands, Scotland

From Britain's highest peak to Scotland's last wilderness, the West Highlands offer drama, history, beauty and legendary Highland hospitality.

Field Guide: Assynt, Scotland

Field Guide: Assynt, Scotland

Nestled in the rugged Northwest Highlands, Assynt offers some of the UK's most breathtaking and remote landscapes, from the dramatic peaks of Suilven and Stac Pollaidh to deserted beaches.

Summer heather at Danby on the North York Moors

Field Guide: North York Moors

The sprawling North York Moors is a mix of rugged heather moorland, remote valleys, forested hollows and dramatic coastline: the ideal destination for seekers of solitude.

Movers

Outdoor YouTuber facing the camera on a mountain top.

Best Outdoor YouTubers, TikTokers and Vloggers

Discover the outdoor YouTubers and TikTokers bringing the great outdoors to your screen. From epic hikes to mountain missions, these creators are bound to inspire your next adventure in the wild.

Interview: Jørgen Amundsen, Amundsen Sports

Inspired by the pioneering polar exploits of his ancestor Roald Amundsen, Jørgen Amundsen has built a brand that celebrates outdoor adventure, drawing on tradition whilst looking to the future.

Interview: Alice Goodridge, SwimWild | Movers | WildBounds UK

Interview: Alice Goodridge, SwimWild

An evangelist for swimming in Scotland’s lochs and rivers, writer and wild swimmer Alice Goodridge reveals how her love of the water became a vocation that is tempting more and more Scots to take a dip.

Brands

Alpaka | The Story

From a Melbourne university classroom to global recognition, Aussie brand Alpaka has spent nearly a decade designing and developing innovative and uncompromising everyday carry gear.

Skinners Sock Shoes are minimalist, zero-drop, outdoor-ready socks with a durable, grippy sole.

Skinners | The Story

Who needs boots anyway? Meet the Czech-based brand that’s taking it back to barefoot with its ultralight, packable, zero-drop sock shoes.

High Camp Flasks | The Story

High Camp Flasks | The Story

When adventure calls for something stronger than water, High Camp Flasks answers with beautifully crafted vessels that turn every outdoor toast into a moment worth savouring.

From Montana wilderness to global adventures – Crazy Creek chairs have been providing comfort in unlikely places since 1987.

Crazy Creek | The Story

The concept of a legless chair may sound crazy, but this US brand's signature product has developed a cult following amongst outdoorsy folk across the globe.

Style

Male and female hiker taking a break in the mountains as they study the map together.

Swiped right on an outdoorsy match? Time for a gear upgrade…

You’re suddenly spending way more time outdoors since you started dating someone new – and your old gear isn’t cutting it. What you need is some legit kit that’ll get the nod of approval without making you look like a try-hard.

Get Geared Up for Interrailing | Style | WildBounds UK

Get Geared Up for Interrailing

Interrailing around continental Europe was the essential 1970s backpacker travel experience – and now it’s back in a big way. If you're taking to the tracks, here’s all you need to travel in style and comfort.

Worn in, Not Worn Out: Outdoor Gear That’s Built to Last | Style | WildBounds UK

Worn in, Not Worn Out: Outdoor Gear That’s Built to Last

Some gear starts to degrade from the day you get it, but for other stuff, that first wear is the worst it’ll ever look.

Culture & Pioneers

The Flannan Isles Lighthouse is situated 21 miles west of the Isle of Lewis, off the coast of Scotland in the Atlantic Ocean. Image by Ian Cowe via Alamy.

Lights Out: The Flannan Isles Lighthouse Mystery

In December 1900, three lighthouse keepers vanished without trace from Scotland's remote Flannan Isles, leaving behind overturned chairs, stopped clocks – and an enduring mystery.

The spectacular but formidable North Face of the Eiger, viewed from Kleine Scheidegg in Grindelwald, Switzerland. Image via Adobe Stock

Exposure: Agony on the Eiger

In 1936, four brilliant alpinists tackled the Eiger’s unclimbed north face. All paid the ultimate price, with one man's fight for survival etched into the mountain forever.

Words To Live By: 12 Inspirational Outdoor Quotes | WildBounds

12 Inspirational Outdoor Quotes | Words To Live By

A dozen moving and motivational life lessons from the outdoor greats, drawn from the work of writers such as John Muir, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau and more.

Outdoor Larder

Shakshuka originates from North Africa, consisting of eggs simmered in tomato sauce with spices and vegetables. (Photo by Thom Axon)

From Simple to Showstopper: 5 Incredible Meals to Cook on a Backpacking Stove

Thom Axon, founder of camp cooking brand Off the Beaten Pot, is on a mission to bring great food to the great outdoors. Here are his top 5 recipes to cook on your next wild camp, ranging from simple to showstopper.

Foraging Guide: Broadleaf Plantain | Outdoor Larder | WildBounds UK

Foraging Guide: Broadleaf Plantain

A common weed, plantain is a fantastically versatile plant. The leaves can be eaten, used to make a health-giving tea or applied to the skin to soothe itchy bites and stings.

Foraging Guide: Elderflower | Outdoor Larder | WildBounds UK

Foraging Guide: Elderflower

Usually found growing in hedgerows and along country lanes, creamy-white elderflowers can be picked to make a refreshing cordial that is the quintessential taste of British summer.

Biking and Bites: Bikepacking in Catalonia | Outdoor Larder | WildBounds UK

Biking and Bites: Bikepacking in Catalonia

A gravel bike adventure through rural Catalonia into the breathtaking Collsacabra mountains, fuelled by expedition chef Kieran Creevy's unique take on regional cuisine.