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If you want to travel like a local in Colorado and learn how to move through the outdoors like a pro, then you’ll be right at home at Fox in the Forest.

It’s my mission to empower you to get outside and go on your greatest adventure.

I want you to feel confident, capable, and comfortable outside.

So I’ve dedicated my career to leveling up your outdoor skills and giving you incredible insider info on the hottest outdoor locations in the American West.

Best of Fox in the Forest: Activities

See why over 1million people get their outdoor adventure tips from Fox in the Forest.

Grab gear advice from professional gear reviewers.

Learn how to summit your first mountain and hike with more confidence.

Check out these popular outdoor blog posts below.

The Secrets to Scoring an Awesome Discount on Outdoor Gear

June 3, 2021

The Ultimate Beginner Backpacking Gear Guide

June 1, 2021

21 Car Camping Essentials You Can’t Live Without

January 31, 2021

28 Secret Camping Tips You’ve Got To Know

November 28, 2020

Curl Up with This List of the Best Adventure Nonfiction Books on the Shelves

October 21, 2020

Go Like A Pro: What’s Really Up with Pee Funnels?

August 10, 2020

Your Guide to Hiking Gear for Women

May 3, 2020

The Best Hiking Clothes for Any Budget

February 20, 2020

Best of Fox in the Forest: Destinations

Travel like a local, not a tourist.

At Fox in the Forest, you’ll always get expert advice about how to get outside without the crowds.

Check out these popular posts.

The Ultimate Colorado Road Trip: 7-14 Day Itinerary from a Local (2026 Guide)

January 2, 2026

14 Scenic Backpacking Trips in Colorado You’ve Got to Try

March 2, 2023

The Best Colorado Hikes to Add to Your Bucket List

February 4, 2023

Incredible Hikes Near Denver for Any Ability

February 3, 2023

31 Jaw-Dropping Alpine Lakes in Colorado You’ve Got to Hike

March 12, 2022

a view looking down a steep red rock canyon with mountains in the background on the Tower Arch trail.

16 Moab Hikes With Unbelievable Scenery

July 25, 2021

22 of the Must-Do Lake Tahoe Hikes

March 15, 2021

Winter Hikes in Colorado You’ve got to Try this Season

September 19, 2020

Person sitting on the edge of the Grand Canyon wearing jeans, a long-sleeve blue shirt, and a backwards baseball cap watching the sun set over the Grand Canyon.

Grand Canyon in March: Is It Worth It? A Backpacker’s Honest Guide (2026)

foxintheforest January 3, 2026 National Parks US Destinations

If you're not sure whether you should visit the Grand Canyon in March then this guide is for you.

The Ultimate Colorado Road Trip: 7-14 Day Itinerary from a Local (2026 Guide)

foxintheforest January 2, 2026 Colorado Destinations road trips US Destinations

This locally-curated guide to spending 7 days in Colorado includes a detailed Colorado road trip itinerary of can't-miss highlights.

30 Best Things to Do in Colorado in Winter Besides Skiing: A Local’s Guide (2026)

foxintheforest December 10, 2025 Colorado Destinations US Destinations

Your bucket list of things to do in Colorado in winter if you don't downhill ski. An insider's look at the best winter activities in ...

A dad and daughter hiking under a rainbow in Cathedral Valley

Cathedral Valley Loop: Your Complete Guide to Capitol Reef’s Hidden Backcountry (Yes, Even With a Toddler!)

foxintheforest December 9, 2025 Destinations National Parks US Destinations Utah

An in-depth guide to the adventurous Cathedral Valley Loop in Capitol Reef National Park. Solitude, scenery, and an fun-filled day of dirt road driving.