Outdoor adventure + community for gay and gay-friendly men in the Northeast. Find trips, make friends, and get outside together.
GayOutdoors is a volunteer-powered community for gay and gay-friendly men who want to explore the outdoors, meet people, and build real friendships through shared adventure.
GayOutdoors exists to build meaningful, real-world community among gay men through shared outdoor adventure, stewardship, and leadership. In a world that often feels isolating and screen-driven, we offer a place to connect face to face on the trail, around the campfire, and through caring for the lands we love. More than an outdoor club, GayOutdoors is a community where friendships form, leaders emerge, and members find purpose, joy, and connection that lasts well beyond the hike.
Members organize and join activities year-round, everything from casual walks to big adventures.
Join. Guest membership is free, and membership is open to anyone 18+.
Choose a trip. Browse the calendar and sign up for what fits your interests and pace.
Connect. Use trip message boards and social events to meet GOers before and after trips.
Prepare. Trip leaders share details, updates, and recommended gear.
Show up and enjoy. Be on time, be respectful, and if plans change, please cancel on the trip page.
GayOutdoors began in 1999 to create a visible gay and gay-friendly men's outdoor community. Since then, it has grown through the energy, leadership, and kindness of members who plan trips, welcome newcomers, and build friendships that last. Find outdoor activities nearest you and get outside. We are proud of who we are and promote our visibility by getting involved with Pride Events , make presentations, run "Pride Hikes", and wear rainbow patches during our adventures. Something incredible happens when you join gay and gay friendly men on an adventure. You bond. Quickly. Our club has launched hundreds of new friendships...and a few marriages.
Ready to meet new outdoor buddies and join an upcoming adventure?
You are not alone. Many members start with low-stress outings and build confidence over time. Look for beginner-friendly trips and ask questions, people are happy to help. All events are rated by difficulty so look for those rated "easy" or "easy to moderate".
