Backpackers need plenty of protein, quality carbs and healthy fats before, during and after backcountry expeditions to repair tired muscles, regulate metabolism and boost their immune systems. Enjoy ...

Brush up on backpacking basics with tips, tricks, and advice from Backpacker’s experts in Hiking 101. Many of the most impactful moments in my life have come when I’ve chosen to let go and embark on a ...

Thanks to today’s lightweight equipment, a backpack loaded with all your weekend supplies should weigh less than 35 pounds. Rent a tent. Many outfitters rent shelter, packs and other gear. It cuts ...

Many of the most impactful moments in my life have come when I've chosen to let go and embark on a journey on my own. Pedaling my bike for the first time without my father's hands on my shoulders.