Trips
Your dream backpacking trips are waiting for you. Find and explore new hiking trails and backpacking routes across the country with advice, adventure travel stories, topo maps, photography, and more from the experts at Backpacker.
What’s in a 5-Time Appalachian Trail Hiker’s Pack?
With over 30 years of thru-hiking and section-hiking long trails all over the country (but never the PCT), Andy Niekamp is definitely the voice of experience. Backpacker sat down with him to find out his tips, tricks, and favorite gear.
Taste the Flavor of the Season on the Cranberry Loop
Circle an upland swamp rich with views, solitude, and wild edibles.
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