Backpacking

Meet the ‘Omelette Guy’: Trail Angel Cooks Food for AT Hikers

Out of pure generosity, the Omelette Guy sets up shop on the Appalachian Trail to feed hungry hikers. He doesn’t charge anything, and the serving…

Written by Nate Mitka March 08, 2019

Free Gear Fridays: HOKA ONE ONE SKY Boots Giveaway

This week, three lucky men and three lucky women will receive their choice of a pair of SKY hiking boots from HOKA ONE ONE!

Written by Sponsored Post March 01, 2019

REI Quarter Dome SL Tent Review: Same Name, Different Beast

REI’s flagship backpacking tent gets a flashy update for 2019. But how does it stack up in the field?

Written by Andy Cochrane February 26, 2019

Nasty Beautiful: Captivating Images Expose Hikers at Their Most Vulnerable

These Vogue-like staged photographs started as a drunk stunt but grew into something else along the 2,653-mile Pacific Crest Trail.

Written by Julie Kailus February 21, 2019

This Lowe Alpine Backpack From the ’90s Is a GearJunkie Favorite

My Lowe Alpine backpack was a gift from a college boyfriend, an avid outdoorsman and the first person to really introduce me to playing in…

Written by Julie Kailus January 17, 2019

Hiking in Olympic National Park: From Sea to Summit to Rainforest

In seven full days we backpacked in three different ecosystems found in Olympic National Park. With two days in the mountains, two by the Pacific…

Written by Kyle Nossaman October 15, 2018

No Stove Needed: Omeals Self-Heating Backpacking Meal Review

Omeals are a unique and fresh take on backcountry cuisine. The self-heating meals are no more expensive than freeze-dried backpacking meals and are easily prepared…

Written by Kyle Nossaman September 26, 2018

Dyneema ‘REpack’ Feed Bag Lightens Load for Dehydrated Meals

Painfully simple yet surprisingly high-tech, the REpack aims to change how you eat at the campsite.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 25, 2018

Tested: Sierra Designs Backcountry Quilt With ‘Hideaway Hood’

Quilts are lighter, cheaper, and nearly fail-safe. The zipperless down throws have become synonymous with fast-and-light endeavors. And now, Sierra Designs offers a hooded quilt.

Written by Steve Graepel September 17, 2018

MSR WindBurner Duo Review: Twice the Volume, Same Boil Speed

After countless backcountry hunting expeditions, the MSR Windburner Duo has proved itself invaluable. It boils a lot of water quickly, which means less waiting for…

Written by Nick Trehearne September 17, 2018

Teton Crest Trail Backpacking Gear List: Everything We Brought Hiking

Our editor took detailed notes on each item he and his wife carried on a four-day backpacking trip in the Teton Range. Here’s their comprehensive…

Written by Kyle Nossaman September 14, 2018

KEEN Targhee Hiking Boots: Finally, Family Hiking Without Whining

KEEN is clearly invested in the whole family. The brand continues to build backpacking boots that are comfortable yet durable and complaint-free — a bonus…

Written by Julie Kailus September 12, 2018

SPOT Devices Go the Length of the Appalachian Trail and Beyond

The SPOT is becoming a way of life on the Appalachian Trail. The satellite messenger devices are used by people who protect these wild places…

Written by Sponsored Post September 07, 2018

PurTrek Puts a Water Filter Inside a Trekking Pole

PurTrek combines two essential outdoors products — a water filter and a trekking pole — into a single device. Could it be any good?

Written by Sean McCoy August 29, 2018

Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 Review: Ultralight 2-Person Tent

Big Agnes managed to expertly shave weight without sacrificing comfort in its Tiger Wall UL2 tent, reviewed here. After a number of backpacking trips, this…

Written by Kyle Nossaman August 28, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Ultralight Backpack Giveaway From Gregory

This week, two lucky winners will receive a backpacking pack from Gregory! Enter for a chance to score this offering from Gregory’s new ultralight collection.

Written by Sponsored Post August 10, 2018

HoverGlide ‘Floating’ Backpack Looks as Bizarre as It Sounds

Walk, hike, run — however you move, this pack appears to hover in place behind you.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 02, 2018

A Family of 8 Is About to Complete the Appalachian Trail

At camp, 11-year-old Memory makes breakfast. And Dove, 16, makes dinner for the entire family. On the trail, Filia, 7, carries all of the family’s…

Written by Caitlin Quinn July 30, 2018

Boil Water in 100 Seconds: Jetboil Flash Review

The Jetboil Flash, the brand’s update to the ever-popular backpacking stove boils water quick. Here, we review the updated Flash, with design improvements in 2018.

Written by Mike Misselwitz July 25, 2018

Water Wherever: MSR Trail Base Water Filter Kit Review

MSR may have just designed its most versatile water filter to date. The Trail Base Water Filter Kit is a gravity system for base camp,…

Written by Amanda Ellis July 24, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Hyperlite Mountain Gear + Alpacka Raft Package

Calling all ultralight backpackers and packrafters: This is your chance to win some epic gear from Hyperlite Mountain Gear and Alpacka Rafts.

Written by Sponsored Post July 13, 2018

The 10 Best Hikes You’ve Never Heard Of

These backpacking trips in the United States deserve John Muir Trail-level hype and Narrows-style recognition — but no one knows yet. Ditch the crowds on…

Written by Maren Horjus July 05, 2018

Fast & Clean: Katadyn BeFree 3L Gravity Filter First Look

Katadyn’s newest gravity filter is easy to set up, filters water quickly, and collapses so you hardly notice it in your pack. We tested it…

Written by Nate Mitka June 12, 2018

Backpacking 101: A Guide to Getting Out There

Backpacking is an excellent way to get away from the crowds, access more remote destinations, and wake up to epic vistas. Here’s our guide to…

Written by Sponsored Post June 11, 2018

Best In Weight Class? Gregory ‘Optic’ & ‘Octal’ Backpacks

The Gregory Optic 48 delivers the obvious benefits of an ultralight pack with a high ratio of features and function for its weight.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 25, 2018

Backpacking Big 3: Get Core Gear On Sale

The core of any backpacking kit, the term “big three” refers to a backpack, tent, and sleeping bag+pad. Check out these picks, on sale now!

Written by Sponsored Post May 21, 2018

Camp Meals On Sale: Stock Up for Backpacking

Planning hikes this summer? Score deals on dehydrated meals, hydration, and bars during REI’s anniversary sale.

Written by GJ Staff May 20, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Eureka! Midori Two-Person Tent Giveaway

Win a Eureka! Midori two-person tent in this week’s Free Gear Friday giveaway! Click to enter now.

Written by Sponsored Post May 11, 2018

Patagonia ‘Unbounded’: Documentary Reveals Wild Controversies

One film crew trekked for four months through one of the most rugged trails in the world. Their goal? To uncover the greatest threats to…

Written by Morgan Tilton May 01, 2018

Review: The Shower Pouch Is a Bigger, Better Body Wipe

Don’t just spot-clean the dirtiest bits, get a head-to-toe scrub down with the Shower Pouch — a pH balanced, vegan, hypoallergenic body wipe.

Written by Christophe Noel March 30, 2018

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