The Best Microadventures for Hikers

Bite-Size Trips

Low-commitment, high-enjoyment adventures for everyone

Trips by State

Pack Big Adventures Into Short Trips On These 14 Perfect Overnights

Kelly Bastone

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Washington Trails

Easy Epics: 16 Drive-up Campsites Any Backpacker Will Love

Jim Gorman

California Trails

3 Urban Hiking Trails for City Dwellers

Maren Horjus

Trips

The Best First Backpacking Trips in the US

Stephanie Vermillion

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Beginner Skills

Level Up From Scenic Dayhikes to Awe-Inspiring Overnight Adventures

Zoe Gates

Packing

Going on Your First Hike? Here’s What to Pack.

Zoe Gates

Gear

The Ultimate Dayhiking Checklist

Benjamin Tepler

Trips

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