From long-trail heroes to quirky characters to nail-biting tales of danger, these stories are some of the best pieces of ...

The main philosophies at play in backpacking can be boiled down to minimalism in both gear and action. Since you’re carrying everything you need on your back, backpackers are very thoughtful about ...

A High Sierras backpacking guide selects his favorite trail gear for heading out into the backcountry—from beanie to shoes. As an overnight backpacking guide in Yosemite, I’ve learned the ...

Backpacking, on the other hand, involves carrying all of your gear on your back and setting up camp in the wilderness. Car ...

Backpacking is often seen as a style of travel that’s cheap, hard, and mainly suitable for the young. Travel + Leisure peels back myth from reality, exploring backpacking trips for all ages and ...