A waterproof backpack will protect your hiking gear on the trail, and one pro shares their favorite picks after hiking on all ...

Anything weighing less than two kilos is ideal. A tent weighing between two and four kilos will still serve purpose, but you ...

OL staff writer Laura Lancaster and I tested the best backpacking sleeping bags in the field to determine which are best suited to varying conditions, sleeping habits, and backpacking kits. I also ...

When it comes to tent camping, the tent itself is often one of the bulkiest, albeit most essential, items you need to pack.

The Rocky Mountains in Colorado offer some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the United States, making it a top ...

Realistic expectations and careful planning are necessary to ensure a great, fulfilling and memorable backpacking experience.

Alaska's vast wilderness, with its stunning landscapes and untamed nature, offers an unparalleled backpacking experience.

Explore contributor Gensheng Tian hiked a part of the Pacific Crest Trail in July. This is the first of two installments.

From camp chairs, to comfy shoes to lanterns, consider the following outdoorsy luxuries for your next fall backpacking ...

Whether it’s making your morning coffee or cooking a warm evening meal, a backpacking stove is an important part of your backcountry kitchen. To figure out which model provides the best performance ...

ALBERT RIERA left his job as a paramedic in Catalonia to go travelling for a year in New Zealand. While most ...

A dozen young men, most from Goldendale, planned an overnight backpacking trip set for this past Labor Day weekend. The ...