If you enjoy camping and hiking, take it to the next level with backpacking. Here's a primer on how to get ready for your first trip.

3 days ago · Backpacker is the expert source for all things backpacking. Trail guides, gear reviews, backcountry skills, and much more.

Oct 1, 2025 · We’ve done our best to break this backpacking checklist down into several sections so you can pick what to take backpacking based on the kind of trip you’re doing.

Sep 26, 2024 · After years of honing our backpacking gear to find the balance of weight, comfort, and preparedness, these are the items you’ll find in our backpacks. We put together this …

Apr 14, 2025 · A beginner’s guide to backpacking - what to expect, what to pack, and how to plan your first overnight adventure beyond the day hike.

Oct 11, 2023 · In this guide we’ll go over the basics of backpacking for beginners, including how to get started, what to pack, and of course answering the frequently asked question: What is …

Feb 19, 2025 · Want to get started backpacking? It's not as expensive or intimidating as you might think. Here's what you need to know.

Backpacking—hitting the trail with nothing more than life's necessities on your back—is the quintessential outdoor adventure. To determine what you need to bring on a backpacking trip, …

Sep 8, 2024 · While backpacking in Southern California is often a four-season pursuit, the best time to hike the Backbone Trail is during winter and early spring when temperatures are …

May 15, 2023 · In this guide to backpacking for beginners, we’ll cover common mistakes made by new backpackers, the ins and outs of planning, beginner backpacking gear, clothing, and food, …