What are Outdoors forum communities?

These communities have a forum format, where typically any user can make a post, comment on a post, and upvote/downvote. Hive Index lists 36 outdoors forum communities in the Hive Index directory of communities. Browse the full Outdoors topic for every platform and feature combination.

How many Outdoors communities with forum are listed?

Hive Index lists 36 outdoors forum communities in the Hive Index directory of communities. See the main Outdoors topic for all 50+ communities in this category.

What are the most popular outdoors forum communities on Hive Index?

Women Who Hike, Trail and Ultra Runners (Facebook Group), JMT Community, and Hike it Baby are among the most popular outdoors forum communities in the Hive Index directory of communities, based on visitor interest on Hive Index.

Which platforms have the most outdoors forum communities?

Independent Platforms (17), Reddit (10), and Facebook (5) host the most outdoors forum communities in the Hive Index directory of communities.

What other features do outdoors forum communities offer?

Among outdoors forum communities, other common features include Online/Offline Events (25%).

Are there free outdoors forum communities?

36 of 36 (100%) outdoors forum communities in the Hive Index directory of communities are free to join, including Women Who Hike, Trail and Ultra Runners (Facebook Group), JMT Community, and Hike it Baby.

How large are outdoors forum communities?

Hive Index lists 36 outdoors forum communities in the Hive Index directory of communities. The largest include AllTrails (50.0M members), r/camping (5.6M members), and r/backpacking (5.5M members). Median reported size is about 379K members.

How do I grow my Outdoors community with forum?

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How does Hive Index collect and rank these listings?

Listings are submitted by community builders and researchers, reviewed for topic relevance, and tagged with features like forum. Hive Index updates platform, member, review, and traffic data where available. Popular reflects visitor interest in the Hive Index directory of communities. These listings in the Hive Index directory of communities were last updated 6/9/2026.

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36 Outdoors forum communities

Updated 6/9/2026

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#1
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
19 views / month
#2
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
17 views / month
#3
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.
Forum
6 views / month
#4
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
5 views / month
#5
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
10 views / month
#6
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?
945K members
Forum
11 views / month
#7
r/hiking
on reddit
The hikers' subreddit.
2.6M members
Forum
11 views / month
#8
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
5 views / month
#9
Apex Hiking Club
on discord
Welcome to Apex Hiking Club! Join a community of mountaineers, hikers, and outdoor explorers from around the world. Whether you're chasing peaks, sharing trail stories or looking for your next adventure you're in the right place.
9 members
Forum
Chat
Perks
Events
Newsletter
8 views / month
#10
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
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
4 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
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
6 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
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
3 views / month
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
11 views / month
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
10 views / month
r/overlanding
on reddit
Dedicated to the spirit of adventure
284K members
Forum
7 views / month
r/ultrarunning
on reddit
A subreddit for ultrarunning: trail races and road races exceeding the marathon distance.
125K members
Forum
r/trailrunning
on reddit
The fun begins where the road ends.
475K members
Forum
6 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.
187K members
Forum
5 views / month
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
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
r/NationalParks
on reddit
A community for those who love National Parks... anywhere in the world!
240K members
Forum
6 views / month
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
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
7 views / month
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
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.
Forum
4 views / month
SummitPost
SummitPost is a community for mountain climbers and hikers - featuring route descriptions, summit logs, gear discussions, and a forum for outdoor adventurers worldwide.
Forum
6 views / month
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.
Forum
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.
Forum
6 views / month
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.
Forum
6 views / month
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.
Forum
4 views / month
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.
Forum
9 views / month

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FAQ

: These communities have a forum format, where typically any user can make a post, comment on a post, and upvote/downvote. Hive Index lists 36 outdoors forum communities in the Hive Index directory of communities. Browse the full Outdoors topic for every platform and feature combination, or learn more about Forum communities across topics.
: Hive Index lists 36 outdoors forum communities in the Hive Index directory of communities. See the main Outdoors topic for the full community list across platforms and features.
: Women Who Hike, Trail and Ultra Runners (Facebook Group), JMT Community, and Hike it Baby are among the most popular outdoors forum communities in the Hive Index directory of communities, based on visitor interest on Hive Index.
: Independent Platforms (17), Reddit (10), and Facebook (5) host the most outdoors forum communities in the Hive Index directory of communities.
: Among outdoors forum communities, other common features include Online/Offline Events (25%).
: 36 of 36 (100%) outdoors forum communities in the Hive Index directory of communities are free to join , including:
Women Who Hike
Trail and Ultra Runners (Facebook Group)
JMT Community
Hike it Baby
: Hive Index lists 36 outdoors forum communities in the Hive Index directory of communities. The largest include AllTrails (50.0M members), r/camping (5.6M members), and r/backpacking (5.5M members). Median reported size is about 379K members.
: List your Outdoors community for free on Hive Index and tag it with forum so people searching for outdoors forum communities can find you. Paid promotion can feature your listing more prominently across relevant pages.
: Listings are submitted by community builders and researchers, reviewed for topic relevance, and tagged with features like forum. Hive Index updates platform, member, review, and traffic data where available. Popular reflects visitor interest in the Hive Index directory of communities. These listings in the Hive Index directory of communities were last updated 6/9/2026.

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Forum
Threaded discussions and forum-style posts
36
Online/Offline Events
Hosts online or offline events
9
Live Chat
Real-time chat for members
5
Member Perks
Offers member perks, discounts, or benefits
2
Newsletter
Publishes a member or topic newsletter
2

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RunnerClick Pro

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Washington Trails Association

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American Hiking Society

Appalachian Trail Conservancy

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