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We’re a community of urban dwelling outdoor enthusiasts. Our goal at Mappy Hour is to create safe and supportive physical and digital spaces for urban dwellers looking to connect with nature, outdoor recreation and each other.

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SEA: Fall Splendor at Chain Lakes

Chain Lakes Loop is a perfect weekend backpacking trip near Seattle

CHI: Purple Loop Hike at Palos Trails

Hiking the purple loop trail at the Palos Trails near Chicago

The Best Outdoorsy Spots to Find Fall Foliage

The Best Places for Fall Foliage near New York City

SEA: Day Hike on the PCT – Kendall Katwalk

For the best hiking near Seattle, head to Kendall Katwalk for a 12+ mile hike.

Finding backyard adventure: car camping near home

Thank you Mappy Hour Cleveland member Jennifer Darling for sharing your recent trip with us. Thanks to Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. for supporting the...

SEA: Hike to Dirty Harry Balcony

We’re teaming up with GAIA GPS to create new itineraries for you to enjoy every month! There also hooking us up with one month...

NYC: Beacon Fire Tower + Bull Hill

Hike Beacon Fire Tower and Bull Hill without a car

CHI: Bikepack to Illinois Beach State Park near Chicago

We’re teaming up with GAIA GPS to create new itineraries for you to enjoy every month! There also hooking us up with one month...

SEA: Hiking or Backpacking to Mirror Lake

Head to Mirror Lake for a weekend of hiking and backpacking.

Floating the Buffalo National River

Thanks to Carly Gurel for sharing this month's Mappy Hour NWA Map of the Month. You can join upcoming events in Northwest Arkansas here. In...

NYC: Bikepacking to Croton Point Park

We first learned about this trip through our friends at 718 Cyclery - check them out for an ongoing series of micro-tours from NYC....

SEA: Cascade Pass to Sahale Arm

Cascade Pass to Sahale Arm is the best hike in the North Cascades (only a few hours from Seattle)