We tested 25 backpacking packs across eight countries and three continents. These are our 9 all-time favorites for multiday ...

I went backpacking through Europe for the first time and was surprised by overnight trains, small towns, and my capabilities ...

Backpacking trips have been something of a rite of passage for young people for almost 70 years. Whether you’re setting off around the world, or exploring a particular region, country, or city, taking ...

Altogether, these nine ultralight backpacking items weigh just over nine pounds—perfect for the ultralight-curious.

3D printing can help lighten your pack and cut costs. These practical camping and backpacking gadgets show what you can make before your next trip.

The best backpacking sleeping pads aren’t just lightweight and portable to keep your pack weight down. They’re comfortable, too. Between hauling gear and trekking up different terrains, you need a ...

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There’s nothing better after a long day of hiking and setting up camp than a hot cooked meal—and for that you will need a decent camp stove. These days you can find options that are lightweight, ...

A local hiker shares how she’s pivoting her trips to contend with low snowpack and drier-than-normal conditions in California ...