Colorado Trail
The Colorado Trail is a 485-mile point-to-point backpacking route in Colorado. It stretches from Denver to Durango across the Southern Rockies and can be hiked in 25-35 days.
Hugh’s 40-Year Journey to Lightweight Backpacking
BPR editor Hugh Owen started backpacking in the 1970s with a massive external-frame pack, heavy boots, and an 8-pound tent. Here’s his gear transformation over the past 40 years.
Just a Few Insanely Talented Backpacking Artists, Gear Makers, and Designers
A selection of artists who also backpack, or backpackers who also make art. Either way, here’s where to find their paintings, jewelry, photography, and more.
PCT Thru-Hike Applications Will Open Jan. 19, Scout and Frodo will not Host
Applications for 2021 long-distance hiking permits for the Pacific Crest Trail will begin this year starting at 10:30 a.m. PT on Jan. 19.
Benton MacKaye Trail
The Benton MacKaye Trail is a lightly trafficked 287-mile trail through the Southern Appalachian Mountains in Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee. This spring / fall thru-hike makes a great alternative to the first 300 miles of the Appalachian Trail
A Winter Lesson Learned in New Hampshire’s Unforgiving White Mountains
In New Hampshire’s White Mountains during the winter, you don’t have a lot of chances to make the wrong decisions, and ignoring your gut can lead to near-disaster.
Maggie’s November Ouachita Trail Gear List
Maggie’s gear list for a November thru-hike of the Ouachita Trail, including what she used, how it worked, and what she recommends.
Emigrant Wilderness Loop
The Emigrant Wilderness Loop is a 19.5-mile loop located in Stanislaus National Forest, California that can be hiked in 1-3 days. The trail has frequent water sources and tons of campsites.
The Impact of Social Media and Increased Traffic on Hiking Trails
How is influx of new hikers in 2020, plus social media influencers utilizing the outdoors for recognition damaging our trails?
Loowit Trail
The 26-mile Loowit Trail circumnavigates Mt. St. Helens in Washington. This is a challenging trail with epic views. It can be hiked in 2-3 days.