How A National Geographic Explorer Picks The Best Trails In Every State

How A National Geographic Explorer Picks The Best Trails In Every State

June 23, 2026 · 34 min · Season 9 · Episode 170

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Craig discusses hiking advice and trail selections with National Geographic Explorer Stephanie Pearson.

Let us know what's on your mind? A lot of hiking advice quietly assumes you live near a famous national park, have endless vacation time, and already know what you’re doing. We wanted something more honest and more useful, so I sat down with Stephanie Pearson, a National Geographic Explorer and longtime Outside Magazine editor, to talk about how she built 100 Hikes of a Lifetime USA and what those trail choices say about the country. From the “big three” long trails (Appalachian Trail, Pacifi...

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