Eli Bernstein

Yes, you can hold down a stable career and hike six months out of the year. Three enterprising thru-hikers share their secrets.

These four trails deliver bountiful backcountry blooms.

What's better than hiking? Hiking to BBQ. Celebrate summer with a hike-and-feast combo on one of these seven trails.

Kick off hiking season right by acing your Memorial Day camp BBQ.

In pictures, Greenland’s backcountry ski terrain looks spectacular. In person? It’s even better.

You don't need to white-knuckle your way through your dream high-altitude trip. Here's how you can feel your best.

Can the East's small but rugged mountains unseat the Rockies' biggest peaks?

Finally, a hiking boot that can truly do it all

A lightning-fast water filter makes staying hydrated on the trail easier than ever

This nifty container makes gear organization a cinch

If you had to choose only a bottle or reservoir, which would it be?

A hike through Panama’s Parque Internacional La Amistad highlights wonders, both of the natural world and within the hikers themselves.

These models have you covered no matter the terrain or mission length.

Looking to make the jump from the lift line to the skin track? Go shopping with our gear editor.

Staying away from resort crowds this winter? The backcountry can offer solitude, a wilderness experience, and the satisfaction of earning your turns. These gear picks will help you make the most of lung-busting uphills and whoop-worthy descents.

These products will help you make a home in snowy climates.

On a ski trip to the Pacific Northwest, Backpacker's editors found beauty, snow, and solitude.

This kit will take you deep into the frozen backcountry, no matter the conditions.

Our top picks for triumphing over cold in the fourth season.

Stay warm by staying smart in the fourth season.

The Altra Superior 5 aids in a natural, comfortable stride.

The Haiku Stars have been officially closed to the public since 1987.

The Mountainsmith Cona 65 makes easy work out of heavy loads.

The pair made it out unharmed after an ordeal in the Pine Mountain Wilderness.

The company is set to release six all-new pack models in spring 2022.

Eddie Bauer's new rental operation makes it easy to use gear without spending a fortune.

The adidas Terrex Speed Ultra provides plenty of cushion without the weight.

The Pfeiffer Falls Trail is open as of June 18.

I quit hiking when I was a teenager. Years later, an unfinished pact with my dad brought me back.

Use this strategy to escape the crowds, without reservations.

An overnight effort by first-responders brought every member of the party down safely.

Covid and the resulting surge of new outdoor enthusiasts has led some of the country’s most popular destinations to require advance reservations.

Get the electrolytes you need without overpowering your tastebuds.

Bag, can, or locker? Here's what you'll need to use to keep your food safe from bears.

Gear comes and goes, but these constants are always in his pack.

Save on an ultralight, spacious shelter.

Stay warm through hiking season with these top picks.

These jackets will keep you on the trail no matter how bad the weather.

Go beyond the jargon to find the perfect midsole for your hiking style.

Gear testing isn’t all beautiful vistas and sunny days. Sometimes it means sleeping outside when it’s below zero.

These brain buckets provide lightweight protection on backcountry adventures.

A first-look review of the Thule Stir Alpine 40L

Gear Editor Eli Bernstein details what goes in to choosing our favorite winter products.