Autumn is my favourite time of the whole year to go camping. Summer is great, of course, but when dawn breaks at 4:30 a.m. and floods your tent with daylight and the sound of a hundred early-rising ...

First-time backpackers often like to go on shorter, easier trips to break their packs in. It can helpful to go with friends who have a little experience, or pick spots that are closer to society just ...

You may not need a book, binoculars, disco ball, or item from this list, but luxury items can spark joy on your next fall backpacking adventure and prove to be worth the weight. ByWendy Altschuler, ...

However, while many days in spring-time are warm and sunny, there is still a high chance of cold nights and frosty mornings, as well as the risk of heavy rain and even some snow at higher altitude.

View post: Amazon Has a Adjustable Trailer Hitch on Sale for Just $80 For most of us who love being outdoors, once summer hits and the temperatures sore there are a few ways to cool off: hit the lake ...

Question: I’m fascinated with the desert backpacking experience. I’ve been to Big Bend and the Guadalupe Mountains in West Texas, but I am interested in seeking other backpacking adventures in the ...

Adventures and vacations often go more smoothly with a planned route, but sometimes it can be just as rewarding to go off the beaten path and discover the mysteries that many have not had the ...

The best backpack brands have greatly advanced the technology behind their designs over the last decade. Today’s modern packs are lighter, offer more storage, and are more comfortable than our ...

Whether you're headed out for a quick overnight or trekking the Continental Divide for several months, your tent is the first line of defense between you and the elements. From weight to wind ...

One of my favorite parts of a backpacking trip is the food: It just hits different after a full day of hiking. As a previous backpacking guide who cooked for up to ten guests at a time, I love making ...

Whether you’re simply renting a kick-ass van for a long weekend outdoors with a furry friend or you plan on hitting up a multiday backpacking route in the rugged Sierra Nevada with your pet, it’s ...