Choose a camping backpack by trip length, gear bulk, weather, and fit. This guide explains common liter ranges from daypacks to week-long backpacking packs.
Backcountry camping means carrying what you need beyond easy vehicle access. Learn the difference from primitive camping, essential gear, water and food safety, permits, waste rules, campfires, and low-impact campsite practices.
Learn how to plan your first backcountry camping trip with simple advice on routes, permits, gear, water, food, navigation, campsites, safety, and Leave No Trace.
Build a safer, lighter backpacking setup with eight simple systems for shelter, sleep, clothing, water, food, navigation, first aid, and gear repair.