Summer hiking essentials. Clockwise from top: Petzl Tikkina 2 headlamp,Lowa Renegade 2 GTX Lo. Mountain Hardware Overlook Pedal Pusher, Mountain Hardware Canyon Short, Osprey Raptor 18 hiking backpack

This summer, why not escape the hustle and bustle of your daily life by taking a scenic hike. There are several world-renowned hiking spots all over the U.S. to take in this season. Here are just a couple of great hiking spots to check out on your next summer hiking adventure.

Zion Narrows: Considered one of the best slot canyon walks in the world, the breathtaking canyon walls is about 16 miles and great for intermediate to experienced hikers.

John Muir Trail: Located in Yosemite National Park, this gorgeous trail is considered by many as one of the most beautiful in the world. It is best for experienced hikers.

Glacier National Park North Circle:  This area offers amazing views of snow-capped mountains and gives you great chances of spotting various wildlife such as elk, moose and bighorn sheep. Colorful wildflowers bloom during the summer months, adding to the beauty of the scenery.

Avenue of the Giants: Marvel at the sheer enormity of California’s redwood trees as you hike the Humboldt Redwoods State Park.

Summertime is just around the corner and that equals lots of one-on-one time with the great outdoors. One of the most enjoyable pastimes for the summer is fishing. What’s not to love? Relaxing on a boat or along the bank of a river, cracking open a cold one, and just enjoying the serenity of the water sounds like a pretty good way to spend a summer day to us!

Check out some of our top picks for making that fishing trip even more blissful. You might even be tempted to put an “I’d Rather Be Fishing” bumper sticker on your car!

-Columbia Airgill™ Woven Long Sleeve Shirt: The Omni-Shield®, Omni-Freeze® and Omni-Shade® technologies in this ingenious shirt keeps you cool, resists stains and offers UPF 50 sun protection. It’s the perfect shirt to wear all summer long.

-Teva Omnium sandals: This quick-drying sandal is super comfortable and durable for all those fishing or hiking adventures.

-Victorinox Angler:  This multi-tasking tool is a fishing enthusiast’s best friend! The 18 sturdy stainless steel tools built in are equipped to handle just about any angling job.

-Quiksilver Soilwork Bushmaker Hat: When the sun is beating down on you, this wide-brim canvas hat comes in very handy. It’s perfect for all your rugged outdoor activities.

-Columbia Bullshark™ Duffel: This durable, waterproof fishing duffel carries all your essentials, from bait to tackle and everything in between.

With Earth Day being tomorrow and this entire week devoted to Earth Week, we think it’s important to remember that although there’s a specific week, day, and even hour dedicated to Mother Earth, we really ought to be celebrating our planet on a daily basis.

In honor of Earth Week, we thought we’d shine the spotlight (an eco-friendly compact fluorescent lightbulb spotlight, of course!) on some of our favorite earth-friendly products. They not only look good, they make you feel good about doing your part in supporting more eco-friendly manufacturing practices and materials.  

1.       Matt & Nat Stardust Elm tote

2.       Patagonia Men’s Live Simply™ Guitar T-Shirt

3.       Keen Coronado sneakers

4.       Simple Flipee Eco-Friendly Certified Nubuck

5.       Marmot Women’s Mandala Tee

6.       Horny Toad Cliff Shorts

7.       Simple Carport- Elastic sneakers

8.       NVEY Eco Cosmetics Advanced Care Lip Color

What little things do you do regularly to be kinder to the planet? Got any earth-friendly tips? Leave a comment below!

To check out even more eco-friendly clothes, shoes, beauty and accessories, go to the Zappos Eco-Friendly page.

Creating the best technical footwear for mountain and trail sports is a passion that LaSportiva holds very strongly. For over 80 years, La Sportiva has been committed to delivering the best technology and highest quality into their performance footwear for the discerning outdoor connoisseur. With all this passion and drive towards excellence, it’s no wonder outdoor magazine editors all over have  recognized several La Sportiva shoes in editors’ choice awards.

Check out the following award-winning La Sportiva shoes for your next mountain adventure:

La Sportiva Nepal Evo GTX® -Climbing Magazine Editors’ Choice : a hardcore mountaineering boot that’s built to withstand extreme weather conditions and altitudes. 

La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX®- BackPacker Magazine 2006 Editors’ Choice & Alpinist Mountain Standards: a durable hiking boot with GORE-TEX® to provide the breathable, waterproof protection.

La Sportiva FC Eco 3.0 GTX-BackPacker Magazine 2010 Editors’ Choice Green: an eco-friendly hiker for moderate backpacking loads.

La Sportiva FireBlade-Runner’s World Magazine 2007 Best Debut : a lightweight trail runner with great ventilation.

La Sportiva Crosslite-Runner’s World Magazine 2008 Best Buy: a feather-light trail racing shoe for wet, muddy conditions.

La Sportiva Testarossa-Rock & Ice Magazine Editors’ Choice Best Overall: a high-perfomance climbing shoe with a glove-like fit.

La Sportiva Solution- Climbing Magazine Editors’ Choice & Rock & Ice Magazine Best In Gear (B.I.G.): a high-perfomance climbing shoe with a glove-like fit.

La Sportiva Miura-Climbing Magazine Editors’ Choice & Rock & Ice Magazine Best In Gear (B.I.G.): a best-selling high-performance climbing shoe with precision fit. Perfect for demanding climbs that require full precision.

Every surf and beach enthusiast knows the value of quality swimwear. Patagonia, a company that’s passionate about both the great outdoors and innovative technology, has certainly reflected that in their line of men’s and women’s swimwear.

Patagonia was started by a band of climbers and surfers who share the passion of doing what they love most, spending as much one-on-one time with Mother Nature as possible. They’ve channeled that same passion towards their design approach for their clothing, gear and swimwear. The result is a brand that’s synonymous with quality, top performance and sincere reverence for the environment.

Patagonia swimwear consists of men’s board shorts and women’s bikini separates and one-piece swimsuits. From basic solids to bright prints, each Patagonia swimwear piece is constructed with durable fabrics that can withstand the more active beachgoer.

Check out this great swimwear collection for yourself this summer, and of course, don’t forget the sunscreen!

For the serious trail runner who likes to conquer various types of terrain, the Oboz Lightning is the go-to shoe. It's a great combination of durability, interchangeable cushioning, and stabilty.

Recently voted Editors’ Choice for Best True Trail running shoe by TrailRunner Magazine, the Oboz Lightning provides both stability and cushioning for rugged trails. It’s got an outstanding grip thanks to its multi-directional low profile lug pattern outsole, so it can definitely handle anything you throw its way. It's available in both men's and women's versions.

Check out the video below where Josh, head of product development for Oboz, gives you a detailed tour of the amazing Oboz Lightning:

Experience trail running with minimalistic freedom and comfort unlike anything you’ve ever felt before. The Merrell Barefoot trail running series gives your feet the freedom of movement in one flexible, lightweight package. Made with breathable mesh and microfiber uppers, the Merrell Barefoot Pace Glove for women, and Merrell Barefoot True Glove for men lets the wearer hit the trail with the greatest of ease.

The Merrell Omni-Fit™ system allows for a more customized fit, and the smooth microfiber footbed provides antimicrobial protection to resist sweat odors on hot trail runs. The shock-absorbing midsole helps maintain forefoot flexibility as the ball-to-heel drop helps your feet stay connected to the ground.

To maintain a secure grip on a vast array of terrain, the Merrell Barefoot series offers a durable Vibram® rubber outsole. They’re even machine washable, so you can keep them nice and clean after hitting that dusty and rugged trail!

Of course, don’t forget to check out the Zappos Outdoor page for the entire Merrell line.

What’s not to love about nature trail runs? The fresh air, breathtaking landscapes and serene one-on-one time with Mother Nature are a welcome escape from your hectic day-to-day life.

The lightweight and rugged Keen A86 TR trail hiking shoes make those nature walks or runs that much more pleasurable. Designed with lightweight and breathable mesh uppers, the Keen A86TR is a durable and aesthetically-pleasing choice with full tech features you’d expect in a much heftier trail hiker.

The Keen A86TR’s slim and sleek exterior boasts a compression-molded PU midsole and multi-directional lug bottom for the ultimate impact absorption and stability in rugged terrain. So, when you get a craving for a serious trail running session, let this durable and lightweight Keen shoe be your new trail companion.