• 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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  • Belong Out Here
    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

Pick your next adventure, meet people, and share the trail.

🥾 Upcoming Trips Browse hikes, walks, paddles, and events. 🌈 Become a Member Join the community and unlock member features. 📸 Trip Reports See what GO adventures actually look like. 🧭 What to Expect How trips work, pacing, and GO culture.

Upcoming Trips and Events

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GayOutdoors
JUL 10
Jay, VT Friday • Jul 10

Jeesum Crow Music Festival

Attending: 1
Join us for a full weekend of live music, mountain air, campfires, and easy connection in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom.
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Meet the Community

4,819 members and counting — leaders, newcomers, and friends.

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Members who help keep GO thriving

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Trip Reports and Photos

Recent stories, photos, and highlights from the trail.

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  • Trail Pulse

Gtothe3 posted a comment on an event: Tower Hill Loop Hike 4 hours ago
got your message John, next week would be better for me. I have a Dr appointment late afternoon tomorrow.
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Twigs posted a comment on an event: Northern Presidential Traverse 8 hours ago
Same here I didn't see that part before. I would like to stay Friday and Saturday night as well
AhmedA updated their profile 17 hours ago
AhmedA updated their profile 17 hours ago
AhmedA updated their profile 17 hours ago
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