Stephanie Pearson, National Geographic

Stephanie Pearson

National Geographic

New Mexico, United States

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Recent:
  • Unknown
Past:
  • National Geographic
  • Outside Magazine

Past articles by Stephanie:

These six parks tell the surprising stories of the American South

From pirates’ coves in North Carolina to sites in Georgia that made civil rights history, these parks reveal the social histories and ecological marvels of the South. → Read More

Paddling Minnesota’s ‘ancient superhighway’

The 250-mile Border Route offers big adventure, solitude, wildlife, and thousands of years of human history. → Read More

These are the best cross-country ski trails in the U.S.

From ‘crust skiing’ a glacier in Alaska to descending trails on the Devil’s Thumb in Colorado, these are the best Nordic ski destinations this winter. → Read More

Minneapolis is a big wheel in the urban cycling movement

Minnesota’s largest city has bold plans to expand its bike network and make it more accessible and equitable. → Read More

Four Cold-Weather Boots That Will Keep You Warm

I live in northern Minnesota, where temperatures frequently dip below zero. When my trusty Uggs died, I went on a hunt to find a replacement. → Read More

The Best Women’s Winter Workout Gear of 2021

Cold weather is no reason to skip your sweat sessions → Read More

The Best Winter Cycling Gear of 2021

Patagonia Dirt Roamer Storm Pants ($269) With zippers from cuff to quad, these recycled-nylon bottoms pull on easily over shoes and pads. Articulated knees, ample space over the quads, and a high rear waist give full range of motion while pedaling. POC Tectal Race Spin NFC Helmet ($250) POC upped the safety on this mountain-bike helmet, with a Recco reflector to help rescuers find you and a… → Read More

10 Gear Upgrades for Every Kind of Backpacker

These innovative technical pieces make wilderness camping more fun and less work → Read More

The Best Sleeping Bags and Pads of 2020

Comfortable, technical, light—sleep systems for every season. → Read More

The Best Women's Travel Gear of 2020

Look and feel good, en route and on the ground. → Read More

The Best Women's Hiking Gear of 2020

Reliable performers for switchback adventures. → Read More

The Man Who Runs 365 Marathons a Year

One day, Michael Shattuck started to run. He liked it, so he ran longer, sometimes for as many as 65 hours each week. He never wanted to stop. What was he running from? → Read More

This Eco-Ranch in Baja Is an Adventure Oasis

We're at Rancho Cacachilas, a 40,000-acre private eco-ranch dedicated to adventure and sustainability that sits amid a rugged landscape of red granite and centuries-old cardon cactus. → Read More

Does Travel Insurance Cover the Coronavirus?

One of the many things that COVID-19 has taught us is to always consider buying a travel insurance policy. If you bought travel insurance for a trip you have to cancel during the travel bans, you may or may not be covered. Here's how to protect yourself now and on future trips. → Read More

The Ultimate Baja, Mexico Travel Guide

Mexico's 775-mile-long Baja Peninsula is a magnet for travelers in search of their own arid slice of adventure paradise. From surfing to mountain biking to beach lounging, here's how to get off the beaten path and do it right. → Read More

5 Epic Experiences in Northern Italy

Here’s your ultimate adventure planner for northern Italy. → Read More

This Jungle Retreat in Mexico Is the Perfect Escape

Hotel Rodavento in Valle de Bravo, Mexico, serves up an entrancing mix of downtime and adrenaline → Read More

You Can Now Sleep in This Otherworldly Landscape

A new lodge in Bolivia’s Uyuni salt flats exponentially ups the awe factor. → Read More

How Minnesotans Bike All Year Long, Even in Winter

Paved trails and mountain-biking areas in Minnesota welcome bikers 365 days a year. → Read More

The Best Women's Après Gear of 2020

Cotopaxi Nina Down Parka ($300) With a roomy hood, fleece-lined pockets, and responsibly sourced 650-fill down, this light, minimalist coat suggests a wearable, albeit fashionable, comforter. Skida Dip-Dyed Shawl ($180) Luxurious yet practical, this generously sized cashmere shawl is handmade in Nepal. The pattern is a nod to the majesty of the Himalayas. Ecco Dyneema Leather Tote ($300) This… → Read More