Whether you're a novice or experienced hiker, AllTrails is a great tool to have on your phone. Here are my favorite features of this popular outdoor app.

I hike alone quite a bit for this column. And when I’m on the trail by myself, I like to play little mental games. For one, I quiz myself on the different plants that line the route — from laurel ...

PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. — There’s a new trail for people to enjoy in Pierce County. The 1.6-mile extension of the Pipeline Trail opened over the weekend. The trail now extends 5.8 miles from the Tacoma ...