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Backpacking Checklist: Essential Gear for New & Experienced Hikers

Field Mag's Ultimate Backpacking Checklist for Happier Trails This Season

A complete guide to packing for a multi-day wilderness adventure, product recs included

Why Are Thru-Hikers So Obsessed With Smartwater?

Why Thru-Hikers Are So Obsessed With Smartwater Bottles

Plenty of reusable, lightweight water bottle options exist, yet many hardcore hikers prefer to pack this plastic bottle available at any gas station

Michinoku Coastal Trail Winter Hiking Guide: Epic Views & No Crowds

Why You Should Hike Japan's New Michinoku Coastal Trail Next Winter

Though the MCT is often hiked in the fall or spring, those who brave it in colder months will be rewarded with singular beauty and tastier fish

How Durston Turned an Ultralight Tent Idea Into a Beloved Hiking Gear Brand

Why Durston Gear's Weatherproof, Affordable Tents are Beloved by Backpackers

Informed by years of thru-hiking, British Columbia's Dan Durston and his namesake outdoor equipment have earned a loyal following among UL backpackers

Quilt vs Sleeping Bag: A Guide to Finding the Best Backcountry Sleep System

How to Choose Between a Quilt & Sleeping Bag for Your Next Backcountry Trip

Though often made of the same performance materials, small design variations makes sleeping bags and quilts better suited for different conditions

Inside the Evolution of Pa’lante, From Ultralight Packs to Apparel & Beyond

Inside the Evolution of Pa’lante, From Ultralight Backpacks to Apparel & Beyond

How the innovative brand defies definition, from outfitting FKT thru-hikes in 2017 to launching apparel inspired by climbing, fly fishing, and skating

How to Choose Between Lightweight and High-Capacity Hiking Backpacks

Lightweight vs. High-Capacity Hiking Backpacks: A Comparison Guide

Multi-day backpacking trips require the right kind of pack -- here's how to choose the right style for your needs

How to Pick the Perfect Hiking Backpack, According to a Pro Gear Tester

How to Select the Perfect Hiking Backpack: Pro Tips & Recommendations

Using the right backpack makes all the difference for comfort and convenience when hiking - here's how to find the right one for you

16 Japanese Outdoor Brands You Should Know

16 Japanese Outdoor Brands You Need to Know About

Japan's longstanding culture of hiking, camping, skiing, and taking in nature is alive and well thanks to a growing group of design-minded gear makers

Experience the "Real Japan" by Hiking the 1,000 km Michinoku Coastal Trail

Michinoku Coastal Trail Guide: What to Know About Japan's New 1,000 km Trail

This scenic trail winds through rugged coastlines, dense forests, and historic towns, helping revitalize a region still reeling from the 2011 tsunami

Arizona Trail Guide: Everything You Need to Know About This Rewarding Trail

Everything You Need to Know About Hiking the Arizona Trail

Extending from the Mexico border to Utah, the 800-mile Arizona National Scenic Trail is a challenge for any hiker—this guide should help that

Chasing the Famous & Rare Golden Larch in North Cascades National Park

Photo Essay: Chasing the Famous & Rare Golden Larch in North Cascades National Park

Medium format photos from deep in the rugged alpine of Washington State, where each fall for rare moment a brilliant gold hue overtakes the evergreen

Hikerkind Releases First Full Collection of Women's Hiking Apparel

Hikerkind Drops First Ever Full Collection to Dress Hikers On and Off the Trail

Inspired by the triple crown of hiking, the debut line of minimalist women's gear aims to inspire confidence on trail through comfort and style

Ultralight Backpacking: Why You Should Embrace the UL Hiking Philosophy

How Embracing an Ultralight Mentality Changed My Whole Perspective on Hiking

Less weight on your back means faster, longer, more comfortable hikes, less impact on trails, and better designed gear to help you connect with nature

A 100-Mile Reunion Hike Along the Rugged Arizona Trail

Photo Essay: A Grand Reunion on the Rugged Arizona Trail

After a decade apart and amid pandemic upheaval, two old friends reconnect on 100 miles of the famed Arizona National Scenic Trail (aka the AZT)

Photo Essay: What It's Like to Be a USFS Wilderness Ranger Intern

Photo Essay: What It's Like to Be a USFS Wilderness Ranger Intern

A firsthand account of two rugged months spent living and working with the Forest Service in California's famed John Muir Wilderness

The 13 Best Fashion Forward Trail Running Shoes for Men & Women

13 Fashion-Forward Unisex Trail Runners for Everyday Wear

Lightweight, futuristic, and engineered for rugged terrain, yet perfectly styled for the urban environment too

Eastern Sierra Camping: The 10 Best Spots According to a Local

A Visual Guide to Eastern Sierra Camping in California's High Country

A comprehensive guide to roughing it on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada—where to camp, hike, fish, and soak in hot springs this season

Salomon Predict Hike Mid GTX Brings Next Level Comfort to the Trail

Salomon's Newest Boot Goes From the Trail to Town With Comfort & Style

The all-new, waterproof hiking boot is a comfort-driven, single-quiver footwear solution for fall and beyond

13 Best Mendocino Cabins Rentals on the California Coast

13 Cool Cabins on the Picturesque Mendocino Coast of Northern California

Cabins, A-Frames and more from one of northern California's coastal hot-spots

Get Peace of Mind While Off-Grid With Garmin's inReach Mini

Backpackers, Get Peace of Mind While Off-Grid With Garmin's New inReach Mini

This ultralight GPS + emergency SOS device is a must carry for solo adventurers & families looking to stay connected beyond the limits of cell service

What 15 Days and 260 Miles on the Pacific Crest Trail Taught Me

Lessons Learned From 15 Days and 260 Miles on the Pacific Crest Trail

Film photography and insightful reflections from an attempted Oregon section hike along the 2,650-mile PCT

Photographer Forrest Smith on Life Adrift and His New Book “Wilder"

Photographer Forrest Smith Shares His 5 Favorite Moments From New Book "Wilder"

Reflecting on a thoughtful project spanning four years of photography, nine states, a handful of countries, and a lifetime of experience

Topo Designs & Danner Draw Go Big and Bold With New Collab

Topo Designs and Danner Team Up for Colorful Collab That’s Brighter Than the Sun

The 3rd collab for the two American brands pays special homage to the Pacific Crest Trail and bold 90s style