Perfecting the art of backpacking is as much about knowing what to leave behind as it is about knowing what to take. I’ve met mountaineers so weight conscious that they cut the handle off their ...

Our list of the 10 backpacking essentials for any overnight hiking trip includes crucial kit that should go without no matter where you're going, what season and how experienced you are Miss 'Stranger ...

One of my favorite parts of a backpacking trip is the food: It just hits different after a full day of hiking. As a previous backpacking guide who cooked for up to ten guests at a time, I love making ...

You can't have a backpack essentials list without a backpack! The Fjallraven Kanken is a classic if you want a backpack that's a little more stylized than your average bag. It can fit a ton of stuff ...

Backpacking isn’t just a hobby; it’s an escape plan where your gear is your lifeline. Selecting the right equipment can feel like speed-dating: awkward, overwhelming, but potentially life-changing if ...

The essential backpacking gear that keeps them safe and pain-free on-trail. Taylor Fox is an editor at Travel + Leisure where she tests, researches, and writes about travel products. Taylor holds ...

Backpacking is more complex than throwing a tent, a sleeping bag and some Ramen Noodles in a pack and hitting a trail. If you’re going to cover a number of miles and stay out for a night or more, you ...