Realistic expectations and careful planning are necessary to ensure a great, fulfilling and memorable backpacking experience.

Photo by Karl Hess for Thrillist My face streaked with sweat and dust, breathing heavily and moving slowly under the weight ...

When it comes to tent camping, the tent itself is often one of the bulkiest, albeit most essential, items you need to pack.

The Rocky Mountains in Colorado offer some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the United States, making it a top ...

Alaska's vast wilderness, with its stunning landscapes and untamed nature, offers an unparalleled backpacking experience.

Anything weighing less than two kilos is ideal. A tent weighing between two and four kilos will still serve purpose, but you ...

From camp chairs, to comfy shoes to lanterns, consider the following outdoorsy luxuries for your next fall backpacking ...

So I called my buddy Dan Becker to see if he was interested in the iconic rim to rim to rim backpacking trip. - I got enough stuff. - [Eric] Dan and I have become good friends over the last couple ...

Backpackers are picky about what they put in their packs. Use this guide to find the perfect gift for your favorite ...

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 ...

OL staff writer Laura Lancaster and I tested the best backpacking sleeping bags in the field to determine which are best suited to varying conditions, sleeping habits, and backpacking kits. I also ...

ALBERT RIERA left his job as a paramedic in Catalonia to go travelling for a year in New Zealand. While most ...