Figuring out what to eat on a camping or backpacking trip can become its own adventure, especially in the backcountry, when ...

Perfect for big day hikes and hut-to-hut treks in all seasons, while being big enough to take everything required for lightweight overnight camping adventures, this versatile gear-hauler is the best ...

First-time backpackers often like to go on shorter, easier trips to break their packs in. It can helpful to go with friends who have a little experience, or pick spots that are closer to society just ...

If you're looking for a rugged experience off the beaten trail, or an expert hike, you won't want to miss this state park ...

There’s nothing quite like pitching a tent at a secluded alpine lake with the wind in your hair, the scent of pine in your nostrils, and a view of the Milky Way twinkling into view. Something about ...

One of my favorite parts of a backpacking trip is the food: It just hits different after a full day of hiking. As a previous backpacking guide who cooked for up to ten guests at a time, I love making ...

If you're only going hiking for a day you really don't need a huge pack, just something compact and comfortable. From ...

Adventures and vacations often go more smoothly with a planned route, but sometimes it can be just as rewarding to go off the beaten path and discover the mysteries that many have not had the ...

Question: I’m fascinated with the desert backpacking experience. I’ve been to Big Bend and the Guadalupe Mountains in West Texas, but I am interested in seeking other backpacking adventures in the ...

Whether you’re simply renting a kick-ass van for a long weekend outdoors with a furry friend or you plan on hitting up a multiday backpacking route in the rugged Sierra Nevada with your pet, it’s ...