The idea of free camping isn’t just a myth. With a little bit of research, you can find free camping spots or locations almost everywhere that you travel! We camp, a lot. And there have been many ...

Like many backpackers, hikers, trail runners, and so on, I often go on adventures searching for a certain stillness. It is quiet and nourishing. It is what some might call peace of mind, or happiness, ...

Contributing editor Megan Michelson is an award-winning journalist who covers travel and the outdoors for a wide range of publications, including Outside, The New York Times, and the San Francisco ...

Modern hiking and backpacking apps are more than mere navigational aids, they are comprehensive guides that seamlessly integrate with the great outdoors. Whether you're a seasoned trekker or a novice ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — It’s an activity so popular that Dora the Explorer even had a song dedicated to it. Backpacking offers an opportunity to experience Missouri’s most secluded and untamed landscapes.

Backpacking is just like day hiking. Except instead of finishing the day by going home to a shower and a home-cooked meal, you camp alongside the trail, don’t shower, and eat someone’s best attempt at ...