44 Best Outdoors Communities (Updated Jun 2026)

44 Online Communities for Outdoors

Updated 6/9/2026

#1
The Great Outdoors
on discord
🌲 The Great Outdoors is a friendly and tight-knit community centered around adventure in the outdoors. Our expert staff are happy to share their experience and advice on all types of activities. We have dedicated chats for: camping, hiking and backpacking, nature photography, climbing, mountain biking, boating and fishing, winter sports, and more!
8K members
Chat
41 views / month
#2
Freediving
on discord
A discord server for Freedivers, spearfishers & snorkelers. Everyone is welcome, from people with interest to pro competitors, pool and/or ocean. Any depth/distance/time/skill level is fine. We are here to have a fun and/or educational chat, not to compete against one another. Please be respectful of other peoples skill level no matter how small it may be. It would be most helpful for us to grow this community. Thank you.
302 members
Chat
Events
13 views / month
#3
The Nature Nook
on discord
Are you a nature lover, nature nerd, or just someone who enjoys nature? If so, then you've landed in the right place! If any of this appeals to you, feel free to drop in and join a growing community of nature lovers!We offer channels and roles for various nature related hobbies such as photography, hiking, camping, fishing, and more! We offer wholesome, scientific discussions, help learning about a variety of organisms, the chance to learn how to identify a wide variety of wildlife, arthropods, and plants, and as a whole, just enjoying nature!
562 members
Chat
11 views / month
#4
Women Who Hike
on facebook
A community for women who love to hike. Share trip reports, ask questions, find hiking partners, and celebrate the outdoors together.
600K members
Forum
Chat
23 views / month
#5
Girls Who Hike
on facebook
Girls Who Hike is a large Facebook community for women hikers with thousands of members - connecting female hikers for group hikes, trail tips, and outdoor inspiration.
Chat
Events
8 views / month
#6
Thru Hiking
on discord
I created a discord server for thru-hikers to chat on if anyone wants to join!
251 members
Chat
12 views / month
#7
AllTrails
AllTrails is the world's largest outdoor platform, helping millions of hikers explore the best trails nearby. Track your favorite hikes, share reviews and photos, and connect with a global community of outdoor lovers.
50.0M members
Forum
7 views / month
#8
r/backpacking
on reddit
A subreddit for traveling backpacking and wilderness backpacking, not restricted to one or the other. All posts must be flaired "Travel" or "Wilderness"
5.5M members
Forum
8 views / month
#9
National Parks Hiking
on facebook
A popular Facebook group for hiking in US National Parks - trail recommendations, permit strategies, trip photos, and planning advice for iconic parks like Zion, Yosemite, and Grand Canyon.
Chat
12 views / month
#10
r/CampingandHiking
on reddit
For Backpackers who Hike with Camping Gear in their Backpack. Tips, trip reports, back-country gear reviews, safety and news
2.8M members
Forum
12 views / month
r/Ultralight
on reddit
r/Ultralight is the largest online Ultralight Backcountry Backpacking community! This sub is about overnight backcountry backpacking, with a focus on moving efficiently, packing light, generally aiming at a sub 10 pound base weight, and following LNT principles. Join us and ask yourself the question: Do I really need that?
927K members
Forum
13 views / month
r/hiking
on reddit
The hikers' subreddit.
2.6M members
Forum
6 views / month
r/NationalParks
on reddit
A community for those who love National Parks... anywhere in the world!
208K members
Forum
7 views / month
r/camping
on reddit
A subreddit for campers concerned more about the act of recreational camping and less concerned about hiking long distances or light gear. Primarily for tent/hammock camping. No RV camping here.
5.6M members
Forum
6 views / month
Camino de Santiago Pilgrims
on facebook
One of the largest Facebook communities for Camino de Santiago pilgrims - with hundreds of thousands of members sharing tips, route advice, and stories from the famous Spanish pilgrimage trail.
Chat
15 views / month
RunnerClick Pro
on circle
RunnerClick Pro is our private community for runners motivated by purpose, committed to constant improvement, willing to put in the work, and eager to help others along the way. Members have access to a community of fellow runners, run coaches and sports dietician's, plus resource like training plans, expert videos & interviews, and perks from brand partners.
400 members
Forum
Chat
Perks
Events
Newsletter
Tools
3 views / month
Hike it Baby
on facebook
Hike it Baby is a community that exists to encourage and empower families with young children to get outdoors and explore nature together through hiking and outdoor adventures.
Forum
Chat
Events
4 views / month
Basecamp
on facebook
Welcome to Basecamp, a gathering place for the outdoor, active lifestyle and action sports industries. This is a group to connect the industry in all capacities—from product designers to outdoor editors to wild land protectors and beyond—to network, post jobs, news, share gear discounts, and talk about the industry in general. We are the outdoor, active lifestyle and action sports industries. We live our passions—surfing, cycling, running, backpacking, yoga, skiing, snowboarding, rock climbing, mountaineering and more—and have followed these pursuits into careers that push these sports out into the world and let us lead fulfilling lives surrounded by peers that value that same things we do.
28K members
Forum
Jobs
8 views / month
parkrun
parkrun organises free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in.
Forum
Events
4 views / month
Washington Trails Association
Washington Trails Association is on a mission to connect everyone to the outdoors and build a community that gives back to trails and public lands. Founded in 1966, WTA is a trusted resource for connecting communities to the outdoors and helping people plan trips with confidence.
Forum
Events
7 views / month
Hiking Meetup Groups
on meetup
Thousands of local hiking groups organized through Meetup worldwide. Find local hikes, meet fellow hikers, and explore trails together in your area.
Forum
Events
3 views / month
American Hiking Society
American Hiking Society is the only national nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and protecting foot-powered wilderness recreation. We connect and empower all people to enjoy, share, and preserve the hiking experience.
Forum
Events
3 views / month
Appalachian Trail Conservancy
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the perpetual preservation and management of the Appalachian Trail for the benefit of those who travel it and the communities through which it passes.
Forum
Events
4 views / month
Continental Divide Trail Coalition
The Continental Divide Trail Coalition connects CDT hikers and trail supporters - with resources for planning thru-hikes, trail stewardship, and an online community forum.
Forum
Events
Scuba Board
Scuba Board is an online forum community for scuba divers with discussion boards, trip planning, dive site reviews, equipment advice, and certification information.
50K members
Forum
Chat
2 views / month
Fishing and The Great Outdoors
on discord
Chat with people from around the world in the largest Fishing and Outdoors server.
8K members
Chat
2 views / month
Climbing
on slack
Welcome to the Climbing Slack community! This is a place to discuss all things climbing and mountaineering related. With channels for #bouldering, #sport, #alpine, #uk, #usa and more there's loads to get stuck in to.
Chat
3 views / month
r/overlanding
on reddit
Dedicated to the spirit of adventure
280K members
Forum
5 views / month
r/ultrarunning
on reddit
A subreddit for ultrarunning: trail races and road races exceeding the marathon distance.
123K members
Forum
r/trailrunning
on reddit
The fun begins where the road ends.
470K members
Forum
5 views / month
iOverlander
Campgrounds and overlander services for virtually every country in the world. The best information about a place always comes from the person standing there.
Forum
r/AppalachianTrail
on reddit
NOBO? SOBO? Flip-Flopper? Section hiker? Aspiring hiker? If you've hiked or are planning on hiking the "AT", this is the place for you.
186K members
Forum
Hiking Project
A crowd-sourced hiking guide built by hikers like you. Born from the dream to help people get outside, Hiking Project showcases thousands of trails in your own backyard, across the U.S. and around the globe. We are here to help you plan trips and navigate while on the trails.
Forum
4 views / month
Trail and Ultra Runners (Facebook Group)
on facebook
A Facebook community for trail and ultra runners around the world. Share race reports, trail photos, gear recommendations, training tips, and connect with fellow trail enthusiasts.
Forum
Trail Sisters
Trail Sisters is a community and resource hub for women trail runners and hikers - featuring articles, events, a podcast, and a supportive online community.
Forum

More communities (9)

Logo	Community	Members
	Section Hiker Section Hiker is a community and blog focused on section hiking, backpacking gear reviews, and trail guides - with an active forum for discussing long-distance hiking routes.	—
	SummitPost SummitPost is a community for mountain climbers and hikers - featuring route descriptions, summit logs, gear discussions, and a forum for outdoor adventurers worldwide.	—
	JMT Community on Facebook A Facebook community for hikers planning or completing the John Muir Trail - sharing beta, permit tips, gear advice, and trip reports for this iconic 211-mile California trail.	—
	Treeline Review Treeline Review is a community-driven outdoor gear review site with a focus on hiking and backpacking - readers contribute reviews and ratings to help hikers find the best gear.	—
	The Great Outdoors Stack Exchange Q&A community on Stack Exchange for outdoor activities including hiking, backpacking, climbing, and wilderness survival - with expert answers and peer voting.	—
	The Camino Forum The Camino Forum is the largest independent online community for Camino de Santiago pilgrims - with posts covering all routes, gear, accommodations, and spiritual aspects of the pilgrimage.	—
	Hipcamp Community Camping and outdoor community connecting van lifers and campers with unique private land camping spots. Reviews, host discussions, and trip planning for off-the-beaten-path camping.	—
	Nature Photographers Network on Discourse The Nature Photographers Network is a community dedicated to the art and technique of nature photography, providing a space for feedback, learning, and sharing.	—
	Gardeners' World Forum The Gardeners World Forum is a community space for sharing gardening tips, troubleshooting plant problems, and celebrating the joy of gardening.	—

FAQ

: Communities for outdoor enthusiasts covering hiking, camping, climbing, kayaking, and adventure travel. Reddit has some of the most active outdoors communities organized by activity and region, with Discord servers and Facebook groups for trail running clubs, leave-no-trace advocates, and local adventure groups.
: Hive Index lists 44 Outdoors communities on this page. Most listings with size data are massive (16%) or gigantic (11%).
: Independent Platforms (17), Reddit (10), and Facebook (8) are the most common here. Click a platform icon above the list to open a filtered view.
: Forum is the most common (80%). Others that show up often include live chat and online/offline events. Use the feature filters above the list to narrow results.
: All 44 listings on this page are free to join (no paid membership or application gate listed). Access rules can still change on the community side.
: On Hive Index, the default Popular sort surfaces The Great Outdoors, Freediving, The Nature Nook, and Women Who Hike first. Popularity reflects visitor interest in communities on the site, not a universal quality score. Use the sort menu for Ratings, Largest, or Newest.
: Listings are submitted by community builders and researchers, reviewed for topic relevance, and updated with platform, feature, member, review, and traffic data where available. Member counts are approximate. Popular reflects visitor interest in communities on the site, with richer profiles breaking ties. Ratings, Largest, and Newest use review scores, reported member counts, and listing age instead.
: This page was last updated 6/9/2026, based on the most recent change to the topic or its listings. We refresh entries when communities are submitted, claimed, or reviewed, and we update member counts, features, and traffic data on an ongoing basis.