It's been one of the most unpredictable starts to a spring that the Backpacker staff can recall. This gear was with us for ...

Altogether, these nine ultralight backpacking items weigh just over nine pounds—perfect for the ultralight-curious.

From its vast selection of backpacking gear to its thoughtful mission to protect our planet, REI has quickly secured a spot ...

Belgian backpacker Celine Cremer was on the trip of a lifetime, but on a hike in Tasmania she left the trail and was never ...

How does a sleeping pad get lighter and more packable without sacrificing warmth or comfort? I went to find out.

The only thing it’s missing is its own bag of trail mix.

Join the Inter-Mountain Alpine Club (I-MAC) for its 2026 Backpacking School. The two-day weekend event is free and open to the public. Perf ...

3D printing can help lighten your pack and cut costs. These practical camping and backpacking gadgets show what you can make before your next trip.

Fairfield's Scouts BSA Troop had $8,000 of camping equipment stolen from their trailer. Through a GoFundMe, the community has ...

A Fairfield Boy Scout troop lost $8,000 in camping gear to thieves, but a generous community helped them bounce back in just ...