America's Newest Long Trail
Don't have time to hike all 1,200 miles of the Pacific Northwest Trail? No worries: Our scout pinpointed the finest two-week stretch.

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Hiking Switzerland: Around the Alps in 80 DaysWell, maybe 105. But who's counting? Contributing editor John Harlin defies conventional wisdom with a 1,400-mile circumnavigation of this mountainous kingdom. America's Newest Long TrailDon't have time to hike all 1,200 miles of the Pacific Northwest Trail? No worries: Our scout pinpointed the finest two-week stretch. Died and Gone to New ZealandHiker heaven, redefined, is a month-long hike/paddle/camp in Adventureland. |
International Adventure TravelFrom Nepal to New Zealand, we have stories and tips to help you plan the perfect 'life list' backpacking trek abroad. Ansel Adams's Lost Photos?David Howard investigates the mystery of 61 black-and-white negatives that are stirring up a hornet's nest of accusations, threats, and lawsuits. Readers' Choice 2012: Reader Leader Contest WinnersMore than 150 of you entered our contest to become a BACKPACKER field scout. Meet the winners. |


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