Backpacking trips are a great way to escape from the hustle and bustle, and here we share our favorite backpacking tips, trips, and gear. Don’t worry if you’re just starting out, our backpacking blog posts will prepare you to plan an incredible wilderness backpacking trip.
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Backpacking is one of the best ways to experience the great outdoors. Carry everything you need on your back and let your feet take you into the wilderness. It can be daunting to know how to get started, though, so use our backpacking guides to help plan your next (or first!) trip.
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Learn all about backpacking the Cirque of the Towers in Wyoming’s Wind River Range including planning, permits, when to go, tips, and more.
Learn how to backpack the High Divide Trail & Seven Lakes Basin Loop in Olympic National Park and get a full trail report.
Learn how to pack a backpacking pack for maximum comfort and organization with these tips for fitting your gear and balancing the load.
Get off the beaten path and backpack Wyoming’s Wind River Range, full of mountain peaks, alpine lakes, and abundant wildlife.
Discover easy DIY vegan backpacking meals. Boost your adventure with nutritious, plant based recipes and expert meal prep tips for the trail!
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The backcountry is waiting! Here’s your beginners guide to backpacking so you can pick a trail, pack your gear, and go.
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