Our comprehensive backpacking essentials checklist features required and optional gear, clothing and accessories. Hit the trail with confidence!

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Apr 14, 2025 · A beginner’s guide to backpacking - what to expect, what to pack, and how to plan your first overnight adventure beyond the day hike.

Backpacking is a form of low-cost, independent travel, which often includes staying in inexpensive lodgings and carrying all necessary possessions in a backpack. Once seen as a marginal form …

Feb 19, 2025 · Want to get started backpacking? It's not as expensive or intimidating as you might think. Here's what you need to know.

Jul 28, 2025 · New to backpacking? Learn how to plan your first trip, choose the right gear, stay safe, and avoid beginner mistakes - based on real trail experience

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Nov 6, 2025 · This backpacking for beginners' guide is your complete resource, covering practical tips and expert advice to make the most of your trip

Oct 11, 2023 · In this guide we’ll go over the basics of backpacking for beginners, including how to get started, what to pack, and of course answering the frequently asked question: What is …

Sep 26, 2024 · After years of honing our backpacking gear to find the balance of weight, comfort, and preparedness, these are the items you’ll find in our backpacks. We put together this …