What is GayOutdoors?
GayOutdoors is a volunteer-led nonprofit community connecting gay and gay-friendly men through hiking, camping, paddling, cycling, travel, stewardship, and outdoor adventure throughout the Northeastern United States.
Adventure
Explore hundreds of hikes, paddles, camping trips, bike rides, and outdoor adventures every year.
Community
Build friendships and share unforgettable experiences with nearly 5,000 members.
Pride
A welcoming, inclusive community where gay and gay-friendly men can be themselves outdoors.
Stewardship
Give back through trail maintenance, conservation projects, and protecting the places we love.
Ready for your next adventure?
Join nearly 5,000 members exploring the outdoors together. Membership is free, and you’ll be ready to sign up for events in just a few minutes.
Upcoming Events
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4,800 members and counting — hosts, newcomers, and friends you'll see on the trail.
Community Champions
Newest Members
Community Pulse
The latest from around GayOutdoors — events, reports, and members on the move.
Trip Reports & Photos
See how recent adventures went — straight from the members who were there.
GO Lodging Weekend – Ogunquit, Maine
Perfect weather for our first GO Lodging weekend!
Invest in the Future
We’ve built a faster, more modern website to better serve our growing community. Building a new website is a significant investment for our volunteer-run nonprofit. If GayOutdoors has enriched your life through friendships, outdoor adventures, and community, we hope you’ll consider making a contribution.
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