Is This Ultralight E-Reader a Gimmick or a Gamechanger?
Published: September 18, 2026 21:03
Books are a contentious item among ultralight backpackers. Sure, a little entertainment can help pass long hours in the tent during storms or help …
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10 Family-Friendly Quebec Hikes to Waterfalls, Peaks, and Magical Forests
Published: September 18, 2026 19:02
With its 28 national parks, dramatic shoreline along the St. Lawrence River, and celebrated epicurean trail, Québec ticked all the boxes for a fun …
Meet The Artist Behind the PCT Sculpture Controversy That Set the Internet on Fire
Published: September 18, 2026 12:05
How we reported this story: We tracked down and interviewed Warren Sherick Jr., the artist behind the sculptures that have caused controversy on the …
New Mining Claims Filed in Bears Ears, and Digging Could Start “In Months”
Published: September 18, 2026 03:40
How we reported this story:Backpacker reviewed mapping data for 16 new mining claims in Bears Ears National Monument filed with San Juan County, …
The Ultralight Rebound: Why Everyone I Know Eventually Adds Weight Back
Published: September 17, 2026 16:55
About this story: Author Ayesha “Heaps” Cording is a thru-hiker who has completed the Pacific Crest Trail three times, as well as other long trails …
Shelters Have Long Been a Symbol of the Appalachian Trail. Are They on the Way Out?
Published: September 17, 2026 12:05
The situation at the Appalachian Trail’s Hawk Mountain Shelter had gone off the rails. The stopover, which was moved to its current location in 1993, …
42 Backpacking Upgrades That Cost Pennies (or Nothing at All)
Published: September 16, 2026 20:54
One hiker’s hack is just another hiker’s smart idea. Backpack for long enough and you’ll find yourself with your own bag of tricks—smart moves that …
“I Yelled at the Top of My Lungs ‘He’s Alive!'”: How Two Kayakers Saved a Missing Hiker in One of America’s Most Remote National Parks
Published: September 16, 2026 16:45
An extensive missing hiker search in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula ended up concluding by chance this week when two kayakers crossed paths with a …
Camping in a Tropical Rainforest Was My Lifelong Dream. Here’s How I Pulled It Off
Published: September 16, 2026 12:05
How we reported this story: Author Corey Buhay traveled to Panama and Papua New Guinea, trying out a variety of shelters, filtration methods, and …
Deep in the West’s Backcountry, These 6 Trails Lead to Sacred Rock Art and Ruins
Published: September 15, 2026 18:55
Every hike has a story to tell, but there’s something special about a trail that takes you to ancient dwellings or rock art. It forces the past into …
How to Pack and Layer for Fall’s 40-Degree Temperature Swings While Keeping Your Pack Light
Published: September 15, 2026 12:05
In my experience, fall is the hardest season to pack correctly for a backpacking trip. Winter and summer are predictable and consistent in their …
5 Close-to-Town Trails in Arkansas’ Under-the-Radar Outdoor Capital
Published: September 15, 2026 05:32
When people think of “hiking in Arkansas,” a few classic trails and parks come to mind. The famous Ozark Highlands Trail, Buffalo National River, or …
Deal of the Week: This Sleeping Bag Brings Maximum Coziness at a Minimum Price
Published: September 15, 2026 03:43
$227 (35 percent off) at REIAs fall mornings get chillier, willing yourself out of your sleeping bag gets harder and harder. You could fight it—or …
From Protein Soda to Protein Bread, We Tried the Weirdest Protein Foods We Could So You Wouldn’t Have To
Published: September 13, 2026 12:05
Eating high-protein is among the most popular specialty diets in America right now, and food manufacturers are cashing in. Walk down the aisles of …
ICE Worked Together With the Forest Service to Arrest 5 Campers in Washington
Published: September 12, 2026 11:05
Agents with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reportedly arrested five men who were camping on public lands in Washington State over …
Aspen Season Starts Now. See Peak Color On These 5 Trails
Published: September 11, 2026 22:01
For just a few precious weeks each year, the aspen forests of the West and Midwest flare into a golden wonderland. The trees flush from electric …
How the Controversial Yosemite Land Swap Would Effectively Create a Private Park Entrance for the Wealthy
Published: September 11, 2026 19:57
About our reporting: Associate Editor Sam MacIlwaine reviewed dozens of court documents dating back to 2007 and spoke with former Hazel Green …
Why I Traded My Tent for a Glamping Trailer on My Last Hiking Trip
Published: September 11, 2026 18:15
Planning a hiking trip often means choosing between backpacking, car camping, or booking hotels. But I recently found a sweet spot right in the …