6 天之前 · Backpacker is the expert source for all things backpacking. Trail guides, gear reviews, backcountry skills, and much more.

Our comprehensive backpacking essentials checklist features required and optional gear, clothing and accessories. Hit the trail with confidence!

Backpacking is an adventure that blends hiking with backcountry camping. It lets you broaden your horizons beyond the car campground to enjoy a richer, more immersive outdoor experience. A key distinction from day hiking is the size of your pack—your backpack (and you) must carry all of life's essentials on your back.

2025年3月7日 · We’ve put together this epic guide filled the backpacking essentials – just the things you do need, and some bold claims about the things you don’t need to take backpacking. Time to fit your life into a backpack – let’s do it!

2021年6月18日 · Backpacking is hard work, but the exertion pays off in spectacular scenery, great exercise and a heightened sense of wellbeing. Find out how to get started from an Appalachian Mountain Club guide.

Backpacking is a form of low-cost, independent travel, which often includes staying in inexpensive lodgings and carrying all necessary possessions in a backpack. Once seen as a marginal form of travel undertaken only through necessity, it has become a mainstream form of tourism.

2021年7月1日 · Our backpacking hacks and tips for beginners will get you on your way feeling more confident with less weight in your bag. One of the best ways to get off the beaten path and head outdoors is to go backpacking.

Backpacking is an outdoor recreation where gear is carried in a backpack. This can include food, water, bedding, shelter, clothing, stove, and cooking kit. Given that backpackers must carry their gear, the total weight of their bag and its contents is a primary concern of backpackers.

Here, we'll talk about the deeper details of how to plan a backpacking trip, including: Narrowing your trip choices: Understanding the key parameters of your trip will set you up for success from the get-go. Choosing your specific destination: Learn the pros and cons of the various resources that can help you pinpoint your specific destination.

2022年12月15日 · Backpacking is an increasingly popular way to travel. However, there are a few things you should know before you go. In this blog post, we'll discuss what is backpacking and we’ll give you a few tips for backpacking success.