10 Outdoor Women You Should Follow on Instagram

Every now and again I get lost in one of those Instagram holes. You know, the one when you end up finding and following a ton of incredible people that you wish you could know in real life. There are literally hundreds of people who should be on this list, but here are some of my favorites I keep going back to. 

I'm convinced that Alex Borsuk doesn't sleep. She and #OttoTheAdventurePup are always bagging peaks, running trails, and taking on just about any adventure imaginable. Her Instagram feed defines dawn patrol, badass, and shenanigans perfectly. 

View this post on Instagram

Had a proper “5 to 9 Adventure” last night after work with Otto and @s_j863, with sunset beers and everything! Even though it takes a bit of an effort, it’s always worth it... because these little magical moments remind me that every day (even the “boring, normal, routine ones”) has the potential to be a “best day ever.” And that’s just pretty darn cool. #5to9Adventures #bestdayever #OttoTheAdventurePup #carpediem #timetoplay #neverforgranted

A post shared by A L E X (@alexborsuk) on Jun 11, 2019 at 9:29am PDT

She climbs mountains, and she's not shy about her love of public lands. Caroline Gleich is one incredible environmental activist. She is a ski mountaineer whose feed is full of impressive views and beautiful adventures right alongside her activism efforts. Thanks for all you do Caroline, keep rocking it!

View this post on Instagram

Happy Canada Day to all my friends up North! Did you know Protect Our Winters has a Canadian chapter? @protectourwinterscanada is looking for volunteers, members and enthusiastic outdoorsy folks to get involved! Check out the link below and in my bio to join POW! Photo: @soglephoto https://protectourwinters.ca/?utm_source=Instagram&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=Canada_Day_2019

A post shared by Caroline Gleich (@carolinegleich) on Jul 1, 2019 at 1:50pm PDT

Faith Briggs was Columbia's current Director of Toughness, and I can see why. She's always up for any adventure and does it all with a smile. She can be found trail running, fly fishing, and generally adventuring across the globe.

 

A post shared by Faith E. Briggs (@faithevebee) on Jun 12, 2017 at 12:11pm PDT

In need of an adrenaline rush? Living vicariously through Suz Graham's Instagram feed may do just the trick. We're talking BASE jumping, wingsuit flying, skydiving and free skiing.

 

A post shared by Suz Graham (@suzaroo) on Feb 28, 2017 at 11:47am PST

Lindsey Richter is a pro mountain biker who travels the world hosting mountain bike clinics for women of all skill levels. Her feed is not only motivational but entertaining as well. 

 

A post shared by Lindsey Richter (@ladiesallride) on Jun 5, 2017 at 5:42pm PDT

Nicole Brown is the founder of @WomenWhoHike, a group created to empower women through hiking and adventure. Follow this ginger across the country through canyons to mountain tops. Her captions will keep you inspired and excited for your next adventure.

 

A post shared by Nicole Brown (@im_nicolemarie) on May 2, 2017 at 12:09pm PDT

If you're into sunsets, sunrises, alpine glow and epic landscapes, Rachel Stewart's feed will not disappoint. It's easy to get lost in the dreamlike scenes that her long exposure style creates. 

 

A post shared by Rach Stewart | New Zealand (@rachstewartnz) on Jun 7, 2017 at 12:36am PDT

Meghan Young's Instagram profile states that she's "probably outside," and I'm pretty sure she always is. From mountain trips to waterfalls, her feed shows her hiking, climbing, snowshoeing off into the woods somewhere. 

 

A post shared by Meghan (@missmeghanyoung) on Jun 7, 2017 at 9:18pm PDT

Brianna Madia combines #vanlife, #doglife, beautiful red canyons and a warm smile into one incredible story. Her feed is not only perfectly color coded, but the feats her dogs do with her are impressive in their own right. I bet you can't look at her feed without cracking a smile. Thanks for brightening my day, Brianna!

 

A post shared by Brianna Madia (@briannamadia) on Apr 17, 2017 at 4:58pm PDT

Erin Sullivan is all about pushing her comfort zone and setting new adventure travel goals. She travels to some pretty incredible places, making her feed easy on the eye, but her captions are where the gold is. She has a way of looking right into your heart and speaking to the depths of who you are. 

 

A post shared by Erin Sullivan (@erinoutdoors) on Mar 25, 2017 at 9:51am PDT

And a few more groups for good measure...

This one doesn't necessarily belong to an individual, but it is certainly worth checking out. Outdoor Women's Alliance was established in 2007 as an international nonprofit media collective. You'll find inspiration from rad women around the world. #outdoorwomen

 

Mother Earth: Have you noticed her way of making us feel on top of the world, yet reminding us how small we really are? Thinking there's a lesson in that... ;) Photo: @fjelljent Kvaløya, Norway :: Have you felt this way? Share your photos with us by hashtagging #outdoorwomen in your captions!

A post shared by Outdoor Women's Alliance®:OWA (@outdoorwomen) on Jun 5, 2017 at 12:13pm PDT

Along the same lines, though SheJumps is another great nonprofit worth following. They are committed to increasing female participation outdoors and providing opportunities around the country for adventurous women to meet and get outside.

 

Love this. #regram from @robertsjsara who took a break to decompress during finals week. Hope it helped! #iamsj #shejumps #mtb #biking #getoutside #chooseadventure

A post shared by SheJumps (@shejumps) on May 3, 2017 at 12:20pm PDT

FatGirlsHiking shares photos from the trail of diverse body types getting out on the trails. Their motto is "Trails Not Scales," and their feed comes with a lot of positive vibes. Rock on ladies!

 

A post shared by Fat Girls Hiking (@fatgirlshiking) on Mar 25, 2017 at 3:10pm PDT

Trail Sisters is a community of women inspiring others to lead healthy lifestyles while adventuring outdoors and protecting Earth's playground. I'm not a runner, and I don't like to run, but their feed makes me want to try trail running. 

 

A post shared by Trail Sisters (@trail_sisters) on May 16, 2017 at 6:33am PDT

I love accounts that share the love. AndShesDopeToo is one you should definitely follow. They do an amazing job highlighing rad women in the outdoors, whether they are doing insane adventures, giving back in a meaningful way, or just generally profiling a dope woman you'd want to be friends with. 

 

A post shared by AndShesDopeToo™ | community (@andshesdopetoo) on Apr 17, 2017 at 8:55am PDT

#WomenInTheWild