Few trails spoil their visitors with quite so diverse and delightful an array of scenery as the trail along the Hoh River in Washington State’s Olympic National Park. We’re going to take you through all you need to know when planning this hike, from pre-trip logistics, route descriptions & gear requirements.
The trail loop along Manistee River is among, if not the best backpacking trail in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Our guide covers tips for pre-trip planning, parking, campsites, and a thorough, start-to-finish trail description
Expansive alpine meadows, famous forests, crystal-clear moraine ponds, granite peaks towering into the sky, and the highest summit within the contiguous United States…all in one hike. Our guide will lay out all you need to know to plan your trip.
Paria Canyon straddling the Utah/Arizona border is considered one of the longest slot canyons in the world. If you are considering backpacking this 30+ mile long route then we’ll take you through everything you need to know to have a hassle-free trip.
A dead battery on one of your devices when backpacking can have serious consequences. To keep your electronic essentials powered up, solar’s the only way to go. Here, we explain why and introduce you to 8 awesome portable solar power-packers.
If you’re heading on a longer trip in the backcountry, freeze-dried food is the way to go. Find out why, and discover the tastiest freeze-dried meals out there, in this detailed buying guide.
Save your neck and hike the next day pain-free by purchasing a lightweight backpacking pillow for your next trip or adventure. We’ve narrowed down dozens of pillows on the market to give you our 9 best backpacking pillows of this year.
Our list of this year’s top liners has it all, from ultralight models for backpacking trips to luxurious and crazily cozy winter warmers.
If you are heading out on the trail and want to keep clean without the bulk of a regular towel, then you should consider investing in a lightweight microfiber backpacking towel. We’ve put 7 of the best backpacking towels on the market through their paces and break down our recommendations based on your needs.