Hiking backpack

Check out the best hiking daypacks for women in a variety of sizes and get tips for finding the right fit, capacity & technical features.

Before heading to SA I knew absolutely nada about what to bring with me. This lifestyle was totally foreign. I began doing lots of research online, spending hours at REI, and even harassing José on what hiking boots he owned so I could get the same ones, LOL. I couldn’t fathom the idea of taking only the “necessities.” I learned a lot on the road, and most of what you need can be found in the bigger cities. I put this post together to share some insight on my experiences and to help you…

If you are new to backpacking and you want a beginners backpacking destination : choose Angel Island State Park. WHY? Because there is water on the island which means you carry less weight and it only takes you about one … Continued

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With our archives now 3,500+ articles deep, we’ve decided to republish a classic piece each Sunday to help our newer readers discover some of the best, evergreen gems from the past. This article was originally published in June 2021. Next week, Kate and I will be joining a friend in Colorado for a backpacking trip. […]

Discover the best backpacking backpacks for women. These packs are comfortable, lightweight, easy to organize and can handle heavy loads.

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A short and concise guide on how to pack light to travel for a week, a month or a year. It is all about the weather and choosing the right...

Get the scoop on the best women's hiking boots and lightweight hiking shoes and learn how to choose the best hiking footwear for you.