Hiking

Essential Survival: How To Avoid Bears

Bear encounters are no joke, you’re better off avoiding the animals altogether – here’s how.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 30, 2016

‘Pacific Crest Trail’ Crew Update: 720 miles, 530lbs of Trash

With nearly a pound of trash per mile, the ‘Packing It Out’ crew finds that the Pacific Crest Trail definitely needed a good cleaning.

Written by Paul 'Spice' Twedt June 17, 2016

‘Warrior Hike’ Aids Vets Through Outdoor Therapy

An inaugural five-day hike in Indiana hopes to raise awareness and provide alternative ‘outdoor therapy’ services to veterans and first responders coping with post-traumatic stress…

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 15, 2016

5 Unexpected Essentials For Hiking Big Miles

To hike the entire Pacific Crest Trail, you need only the essentials. The ‘Packing It Out’ trio lists five such essentials they’ve relied on throughout…

Written by Seth 'Cap' Orme June 06, 2016

Know Before You Go: Essentials For Hiking The Wave

Score a permit for The Wave, a distinctive rock formation on Coyote Buttes in the Vermillion Cliffs National Monument and prepare for a stout hike…

Written by Justin Fricke June 03, 2016

Thru-Hike Health: Backpacking Tips To Go The Distance

Walking thousands of miles with a loaded backpack informs new ways to stay healthy on the long trails in backpacking, some of which apply to…

Written by Paul 'Spice' Twedt May 31, 2016

Years In Making, 67-Mile Hiking Trail In L.A. Near Complete

Beyond the smog and beach crowds, L.A. has one of the nation’s best wilderness trails, and this June it opens in full.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 28, 2016

Better With Age: ‘Greybeard’ Eyes Appalachian Trail Record

At 80, Dale Sanders set the record for oldest person to paddle the length of the Mississippi. Now, he’s got sights set on another record:…

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 23, 2016

Interview: Gene Epsy Recalls 1951 AT Thru-Hike

In 1951, Gene Espy became just the second person to hike the entire length of the Appalachian Trail. Oh, how times have changed.

Written by Sponsored Post May 17, 2016

Close-Up: KEEN Versatrail ‘Light Hiker’ Refined

The KEEN Versatrail appeals to casual outdoors types and hardcore hikers alike, we caught up with shoe designer Miroslav Milanov to get his take on…

Written by Sponsored Post April 08, 2016

Lowe Alpine: New-Generation Backpacks For 2016

Lowe Alpine’s 2016 pack line has breathable back panels, customizable fit, and plenty of accessories.

Written by Sponsored Post April 04, 2016

5 Epic Treks From Backpacker’s ‘100 Best Hikes’

Get out on these five spectacular hikes from Backpacker’s Top 100.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 04, 2016

Meet Tuxie, The Cat Who Loves To Hike

Tuxie is the real deal hiking cat, pawing up to eight miles a day on adventures across the Southeast United States.

Written by Sean McCoy March 22, 2016

The Comprehensive Gear Guide for Your Adventure Dog

Thousands of miles of hiking, running, and exploring with a dog have uncovered some must-have gear to keep you and your four-legged friend safe and…

Written by Mackenzie Lobby Havey March 17, 2016

High Routes: Backpacking’s Exciting Next Level

‘High routes’ are concentrated adventure. Go high, and stay as high as possible without any technical climbing. Renowned backpacker Andrew Skurka explains how.

Written by Andrew Skurka March 15, 2016

The Resort That Adventure Built: ‘True North’ Basecamp

Just feet from groomed fat bike trails in the winter or mountain bike singletrack in summer, a new resort in northern Minnesota redefines the cabin…

Written by Kyle Nossaman March 14, 2016

‘Hike’ The 2,650-Mile Pacific Crest Trail In 5 Minute Video

Get a tiny taste of what it’s like to hike the length of the 2,663-mile Pacific Crest Trail from the perspective of a man with…

Written by Staff Post March 03, 2016

‘Cheese Grater’ Snowshoe For Mountain Terrain

The cheese grater design of the Snowfoot doubles the surface area of these small snowshoes, making for a small footprint with lots of float and…

Written by Steve Graepel February 15, 2016

Meet An Appalachian ‘Trail Angel’

He helps strangers along their 2,186 hike, and gets something intangible but valuable in return.

Written by Staff Post February 11, 2016

Review: ‘Small Foot’ Inflatable Snowshoes

Light and packable, inflatable snowshoes by Small Foot are the real deal. We put the Small Foot Revolution to the test.

Written by Steve Graepel February 11, 2016

Hikers Pack 1,000 Pounds Of Trash Off Appalachian Trail

A hiker saw trash gathering on trails, but instead of complaining, he and his friends rolled up their sleeves and got to work.

Written by Elgin Stallard November 17, 2015

Superior Hiking Trail: REI Fund Will Complete Route

The outdoors retailer and co-op REI is literally building the trails you hike on with its Every Trail Connects program, funding shovel-ready construction and maintenance…

Written by Alex Kurt October 23, 2015