Knotty roots, bulging rocks, too-cold temps — there are many ways for a night of sleep at camp to be ruined. That’s why she ...

A tent is the most expensive piece of gear in most backpackers’ gear closets, and upgrading your shelter can put some serious strain on your wallet. If you’re looking to snag a new tent for a ...

Whether you’re a die-hard minimalist or a weekend warrior just looking to lighten the load, ultralight backpacking gear has ...

We’ve put backpacking backpacks from top brands like REI, Gregory, Osprey, and more to the test on backpacking trips across ...

Look for flat ground. Take a walk around and find the most level section to pitch a tent. Clear out any big sticks or rocks, ...

American backpacking gear specialist Zpacks already has one of the world's lightest lineups of tents and shelters, with some single-sleepers that flirt with a mere half-pound (227 g). Its new Duplex ...

Hyperlite Mountain Gear and Dyneema collaborate on lighter, more durable hiking backpacks, which lets you put even more ...

The stuff of backpackers' dreams is real, and it's almost here. By ABC News. July 6, 2015, 12:42 PM. The Scrubba Wash Pack is a daypack that also doubles as a washing machine.

In fact, if you’re putting together your first backpacking gear list, there’s no better time to consider jumping in. Firstly, and most importantly, backpacking gear can be expensive.

With the right gear, backpacking can easily become a safe and comfortable sport for literally anyone who can carry 30 pounds for 2 to 3 miles. Yes, really.