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A Complete Guide to Resupply on the John Muir Trail

A Complete Guide to Resupply on the John Muir Trail

May 28th : Inga Aksamit
The Trek
Socks Appeal: 8 of Our Favorite Backpacking Socks for 2020

Socks Appeal: 8 of Our Favorite Backpacking Socks for 2020

May 26th : Clay Bonnyman Evans
Gear
The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Sleeping Bags and Quilts for All Budgets

The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Sleeping Bags and Quilts for All Budgets

May 25th : Kelly Floro
Gear
Advice

Challenging the Narrative and Amplifying Voices: Resources for...

One of the universal characteristics of people who love the outdoors is that we enthusiastically lean into...
Jun 3rd : The Editors
Featured

Nine Pieces of Thru-Hiking Gear to Splurge on, and Nine to Save...

Choosing gear for a thru-hike or even for weekend backpacking can be daunting. So what gear should you buy on the cheap and where should...
Jun 1st : Rachel Meltzer
News

PCTA Asks Hikers not to Attempt a Pacific Crest Trail SOBO Thru-Hike

The Pacific Crest Trail Association is asking hikers not to attempt a SOBO thru-hike of the Pacific Crest...
Jun 4th : Hugh Owen
Inspiration
Beyond the AT

Beyond Thru-Hiking: What You Miss While Hiking the PCT (in California)

Jun 5th : Owen Eigenbrot
Inspiration
Appalachian Trail

24 More Stunning Appalachian Trail Photos to Get You Through Another Week

May 19th : Owen Eigenbrot
Inspiration
Thru Hiking Culture

Backpacking in America as a Person of Color: Hikers Share Their Experiences

May 14th : Clay Bonnyman Evans
Inspiration
Appalachian Trail

25 More Gorgeous Appalachian Trail Photos to Help You Get Through the Week

May 13th : Owen Eigenbrot
Inspiration
Appalachian Trail

26 Gorgeous Appalachian Trail Photos to Help You Get Through the Week

May 6th : Owen Eigenbrot