Essential Guide: Choosing the Best Backpacking Tent

From construction to packability, we’ll help you find what to look for in a backpacking tent.
The 5 Best Backpacking Tents in 2025

We’ve spent countless nights in all sorts of weather conditions, from scorching desert heat to
Hyperlight Mountain Gear 2400 Southwest Review

Lightweight and comfortable, Hyperlite’s sub-2-pound backpack truly shines in the world of ultralight gear.
Zoleo GPS Satellite Communicator Review

The ZOLEO Satellite Communicator turns your cell phone into a reliable, and easy to use satellite phone.
Best Backpacking Stoves in 2025

After spending a whole day on the trail, you need a backpacking stove that is dependable, easy to use, and lightweight. You have many options to choose from out there. From tried and true workhorses like the MSR PocketRocket 2 to newer stoves like the Jetboil Stash, there’s something out there to fit your needs. […]
The Ultimate Backpacking Checklist | Printable Version

I’ve spent years finding the perfect assemblage of gear to carry with me on a backpacking trip. It can be tough to find your sweet spot in terms of weight and comfort so I’ve created this easy to navigate backpacking checklist to help you find what you need for your next backpacking trip. I’ve listed […]
Top Mistakes Backpackers Make and How to Avoid Them

It’s tempting to just buy yourself a pack, pick a trail, and head out but there are a few things to watch out for if you’re a novice backpacker. I’m guilty of violating most of these at one point or another and I hope this list can help you avoid some of the mistakes I […]
How to Find and Book a Backpacking Trip in Desolation Wilderness

Backpacking in Desolation Wilderness can be one of the most rewarding activities you can take on. Still, this doesn’t do you much good if you can’t figure out where to even start! When I first started backpacking, going through all the different apps and government websites to find and reserve my spot on a trail […]