A beginner’s guide to backpacking: 40 tips for packing, eating and enjoying life on the trail By Emily Pennington, CNN Underscored Updated 2:28 PM EDT, Mon May 13, 2024 Link Copied ...

Beginner backpacking idea 3: Point Reyes National Seashore. Bothwell’s recommendation — and mine — is Point Reyes. Not only is this stunning stretch of coastline a Bay Area must-visit generally, its ...

The nice thing is that backpackers tend to be some of the kindest, most generous people on earth. We are all just out here to help each other enjoy pretending we’re the only people out here. If you’re ...

Backpacking is just like day hiking. Except instead of finishing the day by going home to a shower and a home-cooked meal, you camp alongside the trail, don’t shower, and eat someone’s best ...

Backpacking is hard work, but the exertion pays off in spectacular scenery, great exercise and a heightened sense of wellbeing. Find out how to get started from an Appalachian Mountain Club guide.

Since 2008, the number of people hiking and backpacking in the United States has risen by nearly 50 percent.It’s easy to see why: The sport appeals to everyone from casual outdoorspeople and ...

Top Ten Beginning Backpacker Tips by Author of Backpacking 101. Heather Balogh Rochfort, the woman behind the adventure blog JustaColoradoGal.com, ...

After hiking 10 miles across Santa Rosa Island, we just wanted to sleep. That's when we heard noises in the dark. Beginner backpacking adventures on Santa Rosa Island - Los Angeles Times ...

5 WA beginner backpacking trips for this summer . May 24, 2024 at 6:00 am Updated May 24, 2024 at 6:00 am . By . Christina Hickman. Special to The Seattle Times. Backpacking can be intimidating.