Backpacker Magazine

It's love at first sight! 📹 : @chadahoochie_

Proof you can have your cake and eat it in a tent. From skillet cobbler to trail tiramisu, these 25 camp desserts might just ruin your store-bought snacks forever. Link in bio. Bring a spoon.

you're so vain, you probably think this song is about you... 📹 : @havenmcnabb

but they are. 📹 : @db.explores

Packing the right sleeping bag saves your night (and your trip). We put top models through the paces (warmth, weight, shape, durability). See what’s in, and what’s out, at the link in bio.

Our editors tested and fell for some standout gear this month — smart layers, dialed-in sleep systems, and even a trail treat that proved luxury has a place in the backcountry. Field-tested and adventure-approved. Link in bio.

One veteran, one desert, a lot to think about. In this essay, Rob Vessels reflects on what it means to return to public lands like Bears Ears after serving, how the land changes you, and how you see the country you once swore to defend. Read his story at the link in bio.

Fit, support, weather protection and durability: we tested dozens of women’s hiking boots across terrain and environments. If your next adventure demands the right foundation, this guide makes it simple. Link in bio.

Shaky steps and heavy loads? Not anymore. We test trekking poles for stability, durability and comfort so you can trust each step on uneven or long trail sections. Link in bio.

From soaring Andean peaks to rainforest valleys and Pacific coastlines, Peru invites you to explore diverse landscapes, layered cultures and remote adventure. Link in bio.

okay I am talking about you

At 82 he became the oldest person to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. His story isn’t just about age or endurance, it’s about what keeps someone moving mile after mile when most would retire. Link in bio.

Fall is here and the gear you choose matters. We rounded up the best hiking and backpacking gear for this season: from rugged outer layers to smart pack designs, everything tested and field-ready for your autumn adventures. Link in bio.

Why wait until you get to the trailhead? This deconstructed take on the new viral dessert comes together with just a backpacking stove, so you can sate your darkest culinary urges off in the woods where society can't see you.

PSA. Pack Snacks, Always.

Long hikes test more than physical strength. Relationships face the trail too. We dive into why so many thru-hikes end in breakups and share how you can avoid the same fate. Link in bio.

Winter hiking brings magic and… a lot of heavy gear. Learn smart strategies to shed pack weight without sacrificing safety or comfort, so you can carry less and move freer on cold-weather trips. Link in bio.

Here’s a story of living among (and working alongside) polar bears in one of the world’s most remote work environments. Not for the faint of heart, but deeply humbling. Link in bio.

what would I give to live out of these waters ...? 🧜‍♀️ 📹 : @rodtrvn

A look inside one of Canada’s most remote and least-visited national parks. The Torngats are a place where weather, wildlife, and wild terrain dictate the pace, not people. A rare trip into true northern backcountry. Link in bio.