• Meet Your Trail Community
    From first hikes to big summits, GayOutdoors brings people together on the trail — building friendships one adventure at a time.
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    Join a welcoming community of gay and gay-friendly men exploring together — no experience required.
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  • Find Your Next Adventure
    From easy walks to challenging hikes, discover trips that match your pace, interests, and schedule.
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  • More Than Miles
    Make real connections on and off the trail — hiking buddies often become lifelong friends.
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Welcome to GayOutdoors

Outdoor adventure + real-world-community for gay & gay-friendly men in the Northeast

GayOutdoors exists to build meaningful, real-world community among gay men through shared outdoor adventure, stewardship, and leadership — offering connection, purpose, and joy on the trail and beyond.


Come for the outdoors, stay for the people. Join hikes, camping trips, paddling, biking, and more — from beginner-friendly outings to big goals, all in a community that values belonging, care for the land, and showing up for one another.

Explore GayOutdoors

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Upcoming Trips and Events

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GO Gathering Camping Weekend photo
JUN 26
Waterville Valley, NH Friday • Jun 26

GO Gathering Camping Weekend

Attending: 15
The Programs & Outdoor Activities Committee is excited to host GayOutdoors’ largest camping gathering of the year at Osceola Vista Campground.

Meet the Community

4,783 members and counting — leaders, newcomers, and friends.

Trip Reports and Photos

Recent stories, photos, and highlights from the trail.

  • Trail Pulse

Alexander posted a comment on an event: Mount Cabot Loop 2 hours ago
It's actually going to be quite chilly and rainy this weekend. I still plan to go if you'd like to join. Weather forecast currently in the 50s at the base, 40s at the summit, windchill down to 30 and "light rain" or "rain showers" all day.
Gtothe3 left an Event 3 hours ago
Gtothe3 posted a comment on an event: Mount Cabot Loop 3 hours ago
I would be interested in doing this hike, just not this weekend. I also don't do well with heat, so in September or October would be better for me!
Gtothe3 joined an Event 3 hours ago
Sounds like a ride I can handle, still waiting on my roof rack part for a different vehicle.