101 most influential instagram accounts about adventure and outdoors
A picture is worth a thousand words, we have heard it time and time again. And if we're talking about conveying the spirit of adventure, the toughness of a challenge, the wildness of a place, the impressiveness of a distant horizon, we'll say that we're also going to agree with the saying. This has made Instagram - the basis of which is the image - an indisputable communication tool for every adventurous photographer, outdoor nomad or self-respecting traveller.
Here we have made a selection of 101 outdoor and adventure accounts that you can't miss. They will inspire you on your next adventure, no doubt. Long-established and influential magazines, renowned photographers, adventure and travel bloggers, outdoor nomads who live between the road and the mountains; climbers, surfers, skiers,... storytellers, writers, ... ; adventurers and outdoor lovers.
Here is our selection!
1. National Geographic | @natgeo.
Who hasn't dreamed of being behind the lens in one of his photos? A breath of outdoors, adventure and wildlife, following this instagram account. The photos of landscapes, animals and wild environments are interspersed with stories of people and places all over the world.
2. Paul Nicklen | @paulnicklen.
Paul's account breathes saltpetre and sea. This National Geographic photojournalist has travelled the seas in search of the perfect photo. The one that conveys his love for the oceans. Co-founder of @sea_legacy for the protection of the oceans.
3. Patagonia | @patagonia.
More than just a mountain clothing brand. Through his career, and also through his photos in this account, he has tried to transmit a philosophy: to enjoy the outdoor environment, in all its facets, climbing, snow, surfing, fly fishing, trail running; from the respect and protection of the environment.
4. ChrisBurkard | @chrisburkard.
A cult figure for his surf photography. But if you take a look at his profile, you'll see that this is only a small part of what he has to offer: outdoors, mountains, paradisiacal landscapes and a lot of adventure and extreme sports.
5. Wilderness Culture | @wilderness_culture.
Inspiration for your new adventure, or through her, this is what she says in her bio and will undoubtedly make you fly every day to paradisiacal and wild places.
6. Alex Strohl | @alexstrohl.
I tell stories through photography', he says, and this is the work of this photographer who every day teleports us to the outdoors, in such a way that we swear we can feel the cold and the humidity on our faces, as if we were right there, behind the lens.
7. Jimmy Chin | @jimmy_chin.
Also a cameraman and photographer for National Geographic, many of his photos are on the cover of National Geographic or outside. Jimmy is also a professional climber, mountaineer and skier, sponsored by North Face. In his profile he tells us about his day to day life and adventures.
8. REI | @rei.
Equipment for the natural environment and outdoors. Your account conveys the importance of enjoyment in the outdoors.
9. Christoffer Collin | @wisslaren.
This Swedish photographer will inspire us both with his photos of the natural environment and with his photographic walks as an urban explorer.
10. Foster Huntington | @fosterhunting.
This San Francisco photographer left his job in New York in 2011 and has since travelled 100,000 miles surfing and camping. Here he tells us his stories. He loves vans and cabins.
11. Kyle Kuiper | @kdkuiper.
Pure photography of a wild outdoors.
12. Konsta Punkka | @kpunkka.
Lifestyle and wildlife photographer from Finland.
13. Cole Rise | @colerise.
"Cole Rise has spent the better half of his life behind the lens; stalking the cows and lying in the grass to capture the landscape.
14. Keith Ladzinski | @ladzinski.
This photographer has travelled every continent, camera in hand. His work has been featured in everything from National Geographic, Rock & Ice to Mens Journal.
15. Cory Richards | @coryrichards.
Climber and visual storyteller. Cory was nominated adventurer of the year in 2012 by National Geographic. National Geographic photographer.
16. Adam Senatori | @adamsenatori.
Urban landscapes mix with wild landscapes. Aerial views are a speciality of this photographer and pilot.
17. Ravi Vora | @ravivora.
Director and photographer from Los Angeles, once again the outdoors takes on the ultimate expression through his lenses.
18. Cory Staudacher | @withhearts.
Los Angeles based photographer. His photography and landscapes inspire through simplicity and minimalism.
19. Ben Brown | @mrbenbrown.
Urban, motorbikes, scuba diving, with the most hidden nature; pure mixture of visual energy.
20. The Outbound Collective | @theoutbound.
More than an account, a community to share stories about the outdoors.
21. Callum Snape | @calsnape.
Outdoor and landscape photographer, he will bring us the most remote environments and the purest mountain.
22. Jared Chambers | @jaredchambers.
Minimalism in all his landscapes and portraits. Jared has worked for major brands such as Nike or Vogue.
23. Daniel Kordan | @danielkordan.
This Russian photographer, now based in Tuscany, combines his work with workshops, tours and photographic expeditions.
24. Alexandra Taylor | @alliemtaylor.
To enjoy and inspire in the outdoors, and to transmit it as Alexandra does in her images.
25. Travis Burke Photography | @travisburkephotography.
Travis is on a continuous road-trip inspiring through his photographs and adventures. Sponsored by GoPro, GoalZero or Subaru you can imagine Travis' travels.
26. Pete McBride | @pedromcbride.
"A fan of wild places and wild things," Pete calls himself. He has worked for National Geographip, Patagonia, Outside and many more. Writer and documentarian.
27. Andy Best | @andy_best.
From starry skies to wild mountains; photographer and documentarian. Nomadic; "working to share the beauty of the world", as he puts it.
28. Rob Strok | @robstrok.
Lifestyle and photography, with wild landscapes as a frame.
29. Renan Ozturk | @renan_ozturk.
Cameraman at Camp4Collectiv, North Face climber, photographer at National Geographic - anyone else?
30. Oliver Vegas | @ovunno.
This photographer from Barcelona talks about sport, livestyle and outdoor in his account. His clients include Nike and Mercedes-Benz among others.
31. Johan Lolos | @lebackpacker.
Self-taught outdoor and adventure photographer and traveller. Explorer of the world, as he likes to define himself.
32. David Doubilet | @daviddoubilet.
Underground photography is the speciality here. You can find David's photographs in National Geographic.
33. Allan Dixon | @daxon.
A very funny and friendly account, Allan has a penchant for taking selfies with all kinds of animals and pets.
34. Jim Richardson | @jimrichardsonng.
Jim Richardson is a photographer for National Geographic Magazine and a contributing editor for its sister publication, TRAVELER Magazine. Richardson has photographed more than 30 stories for National Geographic.
35. Scott Borrero | @scottborrero.
San Francisco-based commercial and social media photographer, including clients Nike, Canon, Jeep....
36. Jacob Moon | @moonmountainman.
Freelance photographer, storyteller and athlete. We liked his bio: "working on the complexity of the task of simplifying life in order to live it".
37. Michael Shainblum | @shainblumphotography.
Lights, the sky, timelapses that will overwhelm you; all on this instagram account.
38. LiveFolk | @livefolk.
Instagram account that supports this creative lifestyle community.
39. Iurie Belegurschi Photography | @iuriebelegurschi.
Landscape photographer based in Iceland. Iurie will gladly take you to photograph the Northern Lights.
40. Scott Kranz | @scott_kranz.
Scott is a full-time photographer and storyteller specialising in outdoor sports, lifestyle and landscapes.
41. Cabin Love | @cabinlove.
This intagram account is a must follow if you love cabins.
42. camp4collective | @camp4collective.
This account highlights photographers, cameramen, athletes and adventurers in unusual places, telling the selected stories of their community as well.
43. Kevin Russ | @kevinruss.
Kevin is originally from California. He moved to Oregon to start college. It was then that he became captivated by photography, bought a camera and had to drop out of college for his passion. So he hit the road with his camera.
44. Tim Kemple | @timkemple.
One of the directors of @camp4collective, his photographs breathe adventure.
45. Kirsten Alana | @kirstenalana.
Halfway between a travel account and an outdoor account.
46. Shane Black | @shanemichaelblack.
Landscape photographer, timelapse and astrophotographer. Currently based in central Ohio.
47. Gary Arndt | @everythingeverywhere.
In March 2007 Gary sold his house. Since then he has been travelling, blogging and taking pictures around the world. 7 continents and over 180 countries in his portfolio.
48. Stevin Tuchiwsky | @stevint.
Stevin has always been passionate about capturing the adventures he himself participates in. He has always immersed himself in adventures, in remote places, photographing his fellow athletes and friends in breathtaking locations.
49. BeJamin | @bejamin.
Outdoor long exposure photography in its purest form.
50. Scott Rankin | @othellonine.
Scott travels across Canada capturing the outdoors on his camera.
51. Stefano Unterthiner | @stefanounterthiner.
Photographer also for National Geographic, zoologist and conservationist.
52. Dave & Deb🔹ThePlanetD | @theplanetd.
Dave and Deb, an adventurous couple who live by the motto "Adventure is for everyone".
53. Andy Mann | @andy_mann.
Adventure and nature photographer. Documentary and photography. Andy is often called by mountains, oceans and people.
54. Daniel Casson | @dpc_photography.
The strength of wild landscapes.
55. Paul Zizka - Banff, AB | @paulzizkaphoto.
Mountain landscape and adventure photographer based in Banff, Alberta.
56. How Far From Home | @howfarfromhome .
Livestyle and outdoors in the account of this couple, who are proving, as their account says, how far from home they can travel.
57. Mal de Mar | @maldemar.
This instagram account brings together art, travel, architecture and photography.
58. Hunter Lawrence | @hunter_lawrence.
Hunter lives in Austin, Texas with his wife Sara. He travels around Aspen with his camera to create inspiring outdoor content.
59. Trey Ratcliffe | @treyratcliff.
Trey is the founder of one of the travel photography blogs StuckInCustoms.com. His account is a mix of travel photography and everyday captures.
60. Emily Harrington | @emilyaharrington.
This professional climber shares her world of rocks and mountains on her instagram account.
61. Travel And Adventure Blogger | @traveltomtom.
The travel and adventure blog account traveltomtom.net.
62. Fudo Jahic | @fudojahic.
Landscapes, tranquility,... that's what inspires this instagram account.
63. Matt - Expert Vagabond | @expertvagabond.
Instagram of the travel and adventure blog expertvagabond.com.
64. David Guenther | @davidguenther.
Livestyle and wedding photographer from Canada.
65. Captain Lizzy | @captainlizclark.
Sailing the seas and inspiring with his photographic captures.
66. Sebastien Zanella | @sebzanella.
The ocean, the movement, all of it on this instagram account.
67. Bradley Castañeda | @bradleycastaneda.
Bradley brings us the rugged mountain environment and the wildest landscapes.
68.Hiking | @hikingculture.
Trekking culture in pictures.
69. Ben Moon | @ben_moon.
Passionate about the outdoors, the open air and his van.
70. Andrew Evans | @wheresandrew.
Andrew Evans is an author, travel writer and television presenter. He shares his stories in the online world, on screen and in print. Founder and editor of Letters From Earth.
71. Melissa Giroux | @abrokenbackpack.
Full-time backpacker and travel blogger.
72. Stephanie Baker | @thedancingwind.
In April 2013, Stephanie moved from expensive and stressful New Jersey to a simpler life, returning to the wilderness of the mountains of eastern Idaho. Now she tells us about her new life every day.
73. Christian McLeod | @christianmcld.
Freelance outdoor and livestyle creative.
74. Scott Rinckenberger | @scottrinck.
Scott is an outdoor and adventure photographer with a passion for skiing and mountaineering.
75. The Clymb | @theclymb.
Outdoor equipment, stories and adventures, told through this account and its website.
76. Tatum Monod | @tatummonod.
Enjoy the great outdoors through a wide range of activities.
77. Owen Perry | @Circa_1983.
Owen likes the harshness of many landscapes and he certainly knows how to convey it in his photography.
78. Hello America | @helloamerica.
"From April 2014 to May 2016 we lived in national parks, truck stops and BLM lots documenting the journey... 'Hello America: An Analog Story'."
79. Kepa Acero | @kepaacero.
This Basque surfer transmits his philosophy through his travels and images. His love for the sea has taken him to all the continents in search of the wave and its people.
80. thebrokebackpacker | @thebrokebackpacker.
Adventures around the world.
81. Forest Woodward | @forestwoodward.
Photographing all kinds of outdoor activities, from climbing and mountaineering to surf culture.
82. Yonder Journal | @yonderjournal.
The account of this group of creatives who produce reports and guides on adventure and outdoor activities.
83. Up Knörth | @upknorth.
Account of this brand dedicated to Livestyle.
84. S E B M O N T A Z | @sebmontazstudio.
Telling stories through images. His reports on the adventures of Killian Jornet are well known.
85. Jon Sanchez | @platoux.
French photographer based on the Basque coast. Sea and mountain on his instagram account.
86. Silvia Lawrence | @heartmybackpack.
Travel blogger, now based in Norway.
87. Morne Hardenberg | @mornehardenberg.
Ocean and sharks in every image of this account. For those who love the sea.
88. Change the way you travel | @thisworldexists.
Collective of adventurous women with the aim of inspiring and doing their bit to make this world a better place.
89. Jeremy Koreski | @jeremykoreski.
Ocean, surf culture and fishing. You can breathe the sea if you visit his instagram account.
90. Patricia Schussel Gomes | @patchinpixels.
Digital nomad, travels and adventures around the world.
91. Kyle Frost | @kylefrost.
Boulder, CO-based adventure photographer and digital product developer.
92. Simon Roppel | @simonroppel_photography.
From Switzerland, this photographer brings us the wildest landscapes, from the atmosphere he gives to his captures.
93. Rachel Moore | @moore_rachel.
Climber, diver, traveller and adventurer, Rachel sails the world with her partner and tells the story through her images and her blog.
94. ryan struck | @ryanstruck.
New York based photographer, in his account you will find a lot of landscapes and a lot of surf and sea.
95. Pierre Vignaux | @pvignaux.
Pierre travels through the Pyrenees with his camera, to bring us the spirit of the explorer and the Pyrenees.
96. Julian Bialowas | @julianbialowas.
Mountain photographer and adventurer, Julian travels through forests and mountains with his lenses.
97. Jeremy Brandt | @jer_brandt.
Actor and @Natgeo contributor. On his account Jeremy shares breathtaking landscapes and his day to day life.
98. West America | @wearewestamerica.
About full life. fun, jokes, travelling, camping, motorbikes, ... and in general about finding new ways.
99. Kat Carney | @katcarney.
Outdoor and adventure photographer, living 'on the road'.
100. boone speed | @boonespeed.
He is an award-winning American photographer and influential figure in the sport of rock climbing.
101. Álvaro Sanz | @dealvarosanz.
Livestyle and adventure photographer, founder of @expedicionpolar, ambassador of the Olympus Visionaries programme and Eldorado contributor.
