Backpacking Food Basics

Whether you're a Mountain House fanatic or dehydrate your entire menu yourself—here's how to keep your energy levels stable on trail.

Whether you want gas station-fast or cafe-gourmet, there's a way to do it right.

Backcountry Foodie’s Aaron Owens Mayhew explains what you should eat and when to best suit your individual body and hiking needs.

Skip the resupply box: There are better uses for your time.

Optimize your diet and nutrition and you'll feel fresh, hike strong—and leave the Hiker Hobble behind for good.

Tired of premade beef stew? Try these Egyptian-, Bolivian-, and French-inspired dishes on your next trip.

When you're putting your body through the strain of 5 months on the trail, you need to take care of it.

Keep your body healthy and fueled on long-distance hikes.

From simple carbs to detox diets, we bust four common food fables.

Be your own beer master with this guide to matching trail meals to craft brews.

Don't fall for these food fibs.

Is it possible to have the real thing on the trail?

Seven rules to keep you going all day, every day.

Choose the best backpacking food with these simple tips from an expedition meal-planner.

Go beyond granola bars and make these energy-rich essential foods part of your trail diet.

Go beyond granola bars and make these energy-rich essentials part of your trail diet.

A chocolate bar that benefits hiking trails? Yes, please!