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14 More Awesome (and Awesomely Bad) Outdoor Movies You Can Stream Right Now
Hike the desert or sail the Indian Ocean with these great (but sometimes cringe-inducing) flicks.
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Meet The 2020 Get Out More Ambassadors
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Here Are the National Parks That Are Closed Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic
A handful of major parks have shuttered, while many more have modified operations.
Thru-Hiker Heroes: Will "Akuna" Robinson
Akuna's path to the Triple Crown led through battles with PTSD, a failed attempt on the PCT—and a few life-changing friendships.
30 Hazardous Hikes (That You Should Do Anyway)
From grizzlies to falling rocks to maze-like canyons, you'll want to come prepared for these tricky trips.
Killer Trips: Weather
Heading out on one of these hikes? Keep an eye on the forecast.
Was This Swedish Immigrant the First Continental Divide Thru-Hiker?
Nearly a century ago, Peter Parsons made long trail history before there were long trails.
The Hiker Who Never Left
When CDT thru-hiker Cionnaith "Lucky" O'Dubhaigh stopped to resupply in Lake City, Colorado, he was just looking for a short rest. Instead, he stayed and turned his new home into one of the best trail towns in the country.
14 Organizations to Support This #GivingTuesday
Take a break from the holiday shopping frenzy and give back today.
The Best Gifts for Ultralighters of 2019
Help them go lighter and faster with these 15 trail-ready gifts.
This 89-Year-Old Grandma and Her Grandson Are Visiting All of the National Parks—and They’re About to Start the Final Stretch
Grandma Joy is an inspiration to anyone who's ever dreamed about hitting the road.
How to Organize a Hiking Meetup Online
Hiking alone can be fun, if you’re ready for it. For the rest of us, there’s still safety in groups. But what do you do if you don’t have any hiking buddies?
6 Eastern Fall Hikes to Catch Epic Colors
With its mixed hardwood forests, the east coast has some of the country's best fall leaves. See them before they're gone on these six hikes.
It Takes Grit to Finish the Triple Crown. Just Ask Akuna.
Will “Akuna” Robinson is an Iraq veteran, a thru-hiker, and now, one of the few African-American backpackers to complete the country’s three most famous long trails.
Gear of the Week: Hart Outdoor First Aid Kits
These kits make finding what you need simple.
Hiking is for the Birds
Birding adds a new dimension to every hike.
Growing Up on the PCT
When a father-daughter team tackles the Pacific Crest Trail over the course of seven summers, they learn something about long-distance hiking—and each other.
Pass/Fail: Hike With Wet Feet
Can two hikers keep their feet happy while splashing through creeks for days?
4 Mountaintop Lookout Towers You Need to Hike
Score bird’s-eye views over valleys and mountains on these four treks to summit lookouts.
43 Ways to Have Your Best Summer Ever This Year
From swimming holes to wild berries, it’s prime time for hikers. Tick off these 43 trips and experiences to make the most of the season.
Gear of the Week: Six Moon Designs Silver Shadow Carbon Umbrella
Shield yourself from rain and sun with this ultralight umbrella.
The Crawford Path at 200
This New Hampshire footpath— the oldest continuously maintained hiking trail in the country—is a rite of passage for anyone who cares about America’s history of preserving and exploring wild places.
Should You Buy Backpacking Insurance?
Buddy is a new startup offering by-the-day accident insurance to people who love to play outside. Will hikers bite?
10 Feel-Good Summer Hikes
Craving sunshine on your shoulders? Consider this your hit list.
Meet the Artist: Nika Meyers
Meyers fell in love with thru-hiking after discovering Vermont’s Long Trail. Over 9,000 miles later, she still can’t stop.
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The 6 Most Remote Places in North America That You Can Actually Explore
Get away from civilization in these accessible wild places.
The 10 Rules of Solitude
Use these tips and trips to find backcountry peace and quiet, no matter where you live.
Master the Basics of Thru-Hiking
You don’t have to be a planner to start a thru-hike, but you’ll turn into one if you want to finish. Such is the wisdom of Amanda “Zuul” Jameson, who has thru-hiked the Pacific Crest, Continental Divide, and Grand Enchantment Trails and now helps fellow trekkers dial in their gear.
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America's Most-Visited National Park is Getting its First Female Chief Ranger
Lisa Hendy will assume post at Great Smoky Mountains National Park in April.
Thru-Hiker Heather "Anish" Anderson’s Big Year
In 2018, Anish became the first woman—and sixth person overall—to hike the Triple Crown in a single calendar year. Doing it would take a lot of sweat, and 8,000 miles on the the trail.
Record-Breaking Kids of 2018 and Beyond
From big fish caught to big mountains summited, kids can do the darndest things.
Leave No Trace Confessional: I Cut an AT Blaze Off a Tree
A hiker's conservation sin leaves him lost.
How to Go Winter Hiking with Toddlers
You can do it! Here’s how—with tips from Scott and Jenny (and Raven and Evergreen) Jurek.
13 Ways to Make Hiking Better This Giving Tuesday
Because no matter what gear you have, the outdoors are the best gift.
How Heather “Anish” Anderson Finished the Triple Crown in a Single Year
In just over eight months and almost 8,000 miles on the trail, Anish became the first woman to complete America’s marquee long paths in a calendar year. Doing it took a lot of guts—and about 16 pairs of shoes.
Swiftkick Pursuit Heavy Hike
Warmest sock from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Why I Still Carry an External-Frame Pack
There's more to my pack than old-school chic.
12 Little-Known National Park Hikes That Should Be On Your Bucket List
The perfect dozen: Embark on one of these 12 treks, and turn America's most iconic preserves into your own private paradise.
Confessions of a Reluctant Highpointer
More people have climbed Mt. Everest than have highpointed every state in the U.S. But does that mean it's really hard or really crazy—or both?
The Best Peaks in America
We asked readers to pick the best mountain in their state. This is what they said.
Hike Like a Local in Atlanta
Atlanta has plenty of nicknames, but the best one is The City in a Forest. Atlanta urban center boasts a higher density of tree cover than almost any other major city in the country—meaning quality trail time is hardly farther than your doorstep.
Plan for Power Line Across Kennebec Gorge Remains Controversial
A green electricity proposal finds fierce critics among Maine's wilderness lovers.
Passaic County Park Gets Hiker-Friendly Upgrades
Highlands Preserve's new bridge improves access to its trail network and beyond.
Cross the "Virginia Triple Crown" Off Your Hiking Bucket List
The saying goes, "Virginia is for Lovers," but it could just as easily be "Virginia is for outdoor lovers."
The Man Who Hiked it All
Photographer Bart Smith, 58, has hiked nearly every mile of every National Scenic and National Historic Trail designated under the National Trails System Act. We caught up with him before his latest outing—a 3,700-mile trip on the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail—to talk about the hiker mind, trail magic, and seeing the elephant.
The Second Annual BACKPACKER Cover Contest
Submit your photo below for a chance to be on the BACKPACKER cover!
The Best Hiking Boots for Backpackers
Need a little extra support on the trail? These mid-cut boots are here to help.
For Thru-Hikers, This Year's Dry Winter Means Water Woes
With snow totals in the western US bleak, seasonal water sources are drying out—and that’s bad news for the backpackers who rely on them.
Renewable Energy Plan Would Build Power Lines across Maine Wilderness
A proposal to bring Canadian hydropower to Massachusetts would require cutting through a swath of pristine North Woods.
The 4 Best Knives and Multitools of 2018
From fixed-blade knives to versatile multitools, these are the top tools for backpackers.
6 Women Adventurers Who Are Changing the World
These explorers’ exploits go beyond just summiting a mountain: They're using the outdoors to preserve Native culture, protect the environment, and more.
Presentation: Thru-Hiking & Bikepacking the Triple Crown
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The 7 Best Sleeping Bags of 2018
Bed down better in the backcountry by picking one of these comfy bags.
Editors’ Choice 2006: The Best Backpacking Gear of the Year
Cutting-edge technology, category-defining comfort, and exceptional value earn these 12 new products the BACKPACKER seal of approval.
Editors’ Choice 2002: The Best Backpacking Gear of the Year
After a gnarly hike down California's Lost Coast, these pieces shone.
Editors’ Choice 2001: The Best Backpacking Gear of the Year
Lightweight cookware and a revolutionary headlamp are among the highlights of this look back at 2001's best equipment.
Editors’ Choice 1998: The Best Backpacking Gear of the Year
Socks with frying pan technology, a pack built like a taco, boots that would make Darth Vadar smile. Innovation abounds in this year's "Best New Gear" Awards.
Editors' Choice 1996: The Best Backpacking Gear of the Year
After 18 days near the Arctic Circle, these boots, socks, packs, canoes, and more came out on top.
Editors’ Choice 1993: The Best Backpacking Gear of the Year
To find out where marketing hype ends and true excellence begins, we trolled the aisles at trade shows last fall (where new gear debuts) and drew up a list of likely candidates. Then we took samples into the woods and beat the heck out of them. When the dust settled, the survivors made it onto this year's best-of-the-breed list.
Conservation Groups Oppose Hotel on Mt. Washington
The proposed Skyline Lodge would sit 1,000 feet from the New Hampshire summit.
New York City's Top 5 Dayhikes
The best Big Apple escapes, as selected by BACKPACKER Local scout Justin Bailey.
Atlanta's Top 5 Dayhikes
The best local trails, as selected by BACKPACKER Local scout Stan Gentry.
Right to Roam: In Scotland, Hikers Can Go Anywhere
The U.S. may have pioneered land protection, but Scotland leads the charge when it comes to accessing wild terrain. Can we learn from one of the most hikeable countries on Earth?
AMC Book Club
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Meet the 9-Year-Old Hiker Who Just Finished the Triple Crown
Christian "Buddy Backpacker" Thomas finished his hike of the CDT this month—making him the youngest person to finish America's three most famous long trails.
America’s Best Huts: Doyles River Cabin
Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
America’s Best Huts: Roan High Knob Shelter
Cherokee National Forest, Tennessee
Boston College Grad Smashes AT Speed Record
Joe McConaughy, a former cross-country runner known as Stringbean, finished the trail with a 37-hour push.
Ask a Thru-Hiker: What Are The Wildest Food Challenges?
You could eat a half-gallon of ice cream in one sitting, or hike 100 miles eating only Pop-Tarts: On a long trail, anything goes.
Thru-Hike Basics
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5 Threatened National Monuments to Backpack While You Still Can
The federal government is considering changes to national monuments around the country. Hike these trails to get a ground-level view of what's at stake.
Brave the White Mountain Superhike
Forget the comfort zone. Let ambition be your guide.
Atlanta Accounting Firm Hiking All of Georgia's AT
The firm Bennett Thrasher has organized a series of summer hikes for employees covering 79 trail miles.
Quadriplegic Woman Tackles PCT Thru-Hike
Computer-powered leg braces help Stacy Kozel cover up to 30 miles a day.
Hiker's Body Found Near Amicalola Falls State Park
Foul play is not suspected in the death of the 54-year-old Kentucky man.