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.

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

Backpacking is a form of low-cost, independent travel, which often includes staying in inexpensive lodgings and carrying all necessary possessions in a backpack.

Nov 6, 2025 · This backpacking for beginners' guide is your complete resource, covering practical tips and expert advice to make the most of your trip

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.

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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.

Jun 26, 2025 · To help you figure out what to stuff in your pack — and assure you that backpacking is actually fun, not scary — I talked to expert backpackers and combed through …