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Grand Teton National Park: Middle Teton via South Couloir

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Navigate boulder fields, rocky ridgelines, and seasonal snowfields during this long, challenging ascent of the third-highest peak in the Tetons.

Pacific Crest Trail: CA Section 15

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ELIZABETH CANYON to HIKERTOWN: Much of this 26.3-mile stretch navigates the slopes of Sawmill Mountain before ending in the desert flats of Hikertown, USA. High point: Views on Leibre Mountain stretch from the Pacific to the Mojave.

Appalachian Trail: Max Patch Road to Hot Springs, NC

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Enjoy panoramic Smokies views on blueberry- and rhododendron-lined trails on the way to French Broad River, where relaxing hot springs await.

Argon 85

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Backpacker Oven

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Back in November I went on a Backpacking trip in the Sierras. My Daughter and I went to Lower Soldier Lake it was really cold but we ... Read more

Blue Mesa 1610

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This tent is easy to set up and very spacious inside. The Blue Mesa 1610 also endures high winds nicely. However, this tent leaks ... Read more

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A Perfect Week in the Grand Tetons

You won't waste a minute with our only-the-highlights hiking and climbing guide to the West's archetypal range. From the loftiest summits to the loneliest cross-country routes, this seven-day sampler visits every type of Tetons treasure-and then some.

Land of the Lost: Native American Artifacts in Utah's Range Creek

Utah's Range Creek hides the most intact Native American artifacts in the United States. Get there now–while you can still play archaeologist.

Green Scene: BPA-Free Water Bottles

Lighten your planetary load, water bottle style, with these BPA-free water bottle alternatives.

Field Notes: The Latest Word from Our Testers

True-blue reviews on the latest items we've taken out on trail.

Survive This: Separated From Group

If you get lost from your hiking party, here's how to get found–fast.

Danger Signs: Painful Plants

Sure, you know the mantra "leaves of three, let it be." But that warning alone doesn't help you detect those irritating plants that change colors, grow as vines, or mimic harmless species. Heed these tips to keep your summer itch-free.

Backpacker Wins National Magazine Award for General Excellence

Backpacker magazine wins the coveted award at the American Society of Magazine Editors' annual ceremony.

Active Interest Media Wins Six Maggie Awards

Backpacker Wins Four Maggie Awards and Yoga Journal picks up two

180s Expands Presence in Global Marketplace

A leading US manufacturer of apparel and accessories announced a number of new distribution partnerships in Canada, Western Europe and Japan.

High Sierra Donates To Breast Cancer Research

High Sierra Sport Company Donates to A Silver Lining Foundation and Susan G. Komen For the Cure Chicagoland Affilitiate: The Company to Support The Third Annual "Dancing With Chicago Celebrities" Benefit.