As we look back on a year of adventures, some stories have stuck with us. In 2024, Backpacker profiled an outdoor industry ...

I went on another epic adventure to hawaii, spent very little ($335) and had one of the best experiences of my life. This is ...

Backpack. Go through the compartments, pockets and sleeves to be sure they’re empty. Check buckles and straps, and examine ...

The first essential needed when it comes to camping or backpacking is the sleeping bag. A good sleeping bag is defined by how well it regulates body temperature ...

Of course this comes at a literal price. At three dollars per packet, the Cascadia Coffee Roasters Mountain Sunrise is the ...

Shaun Bowles said he was in “disbelief” when he realised his 19-year-old daughter Holly would not survive, after she and her ...

Whether it’s making your morning coffee or cooking a warm evening meal, a backpacking stove is an important part of your backcountry kitchen. To figure out which model provides the best performance ...

While slogging through a Florida swamp in shin-deep water might not be everyone’s idea of a good time, that was precisely how I chose to spend a long November weekend on a bucket-list ...

A backpacking rain jacket is a must-have, even if you’re expecting nothing but bright, sunny hiking weather. Mother Nature is unpredictable; you never know when the sky might open up in a ...

Discover the ultimate guide to backpacking in Thailand, featuring the best places to visit, budget stays, and essential ...