The beautiful thing about backpacking: You don’t need expensive classes or years of experience to do it well. Whether you're into mountaintop views, starry nights, or heart-pumping ascents, all you ...

Heading out for an adventure beyond the comfort of tame indoor spaces is often a priority for eager explorers. Whether you're meandering around a park or trail for the day or plotting a longer camping ...

Traveling as a first-time backpacker-whether with friends, in a group, or on your own-can feel overwhelming, especially if you choose the wrong destinations to begin your journey. The excitement of ...

Backpacking trips have been something of a rite of passage for young people for almost 70 years. Whether you’re setting off around the world, or exploring a particular region, country, or city, taking ...

Nepal is one of the cheapest countries in the world, which makes it an ideal destination for backpackers. The country is home to the Himalayan mountain range and many backpackers recommend hiking and ...

Nothing beats backpacking in a National Park, but it requires planning and permit applications. Here’s a short list of our favorite backpacking itineraries, with tips and permitting info for each. My ...

While America’s long-distance treks top adventure bucket lists, months-long stints on the Appalachian, Continental Divide, or Pacific Crest trails may not go over well with your day job. That’s where ...

If you are thinking of taking a summer backpacking trip, now is the time to start planning. Regardless of the number of people embarking on the trip, not only will you need to pick that perfect ...

Most parents in America would agree that monitoring screen time for kids is a big challenge, especially because playing games and getting online is how many teenagers socialize and communicate with ...

It is no secret that the great outdoors can do wonders for our mental health. And in 2021, we are more ready than ever to get out of the house and into the wild. Even newbies to hiking might want to ...