How to pack a hiking backpack

Knowing how to properly and efficiently pack a backpack for overnight trips will save you time and frustration. If your current mentality is to just “throw everything in the pack and hope it fits,” this is your much-needed guide.

Whether you're looking for tips on how to pack efficiently or ways to stay safe and comfy in the backcountry, we've got you with these 25 backpacking hacks.

Discover essential hiking tips to make your next adventure safer and more enjoyable. Learn about gear, navigation, and trail etiquette from experienced hikers

Our beginner's guide on how to choose a backpack will help you make the best choice for your needs, ensuring comfort and reliability.

Planning a back country camping trip this summer? There has literally never been a better time! Backpacking is a great way to escape the city, unplug, and soak up some uninterrupted time in nature. Packing for one of these trips, however, takes thought, practice, and tetris-like stacking skills. Don`t worry though, we`ve got your back!

Use this easy list to know just what to take on a hike! These essential items are musts for day hikes, whether one or twenty miles.

So you’ve got all the gear, mapped out your route, and gotten all your food squared away, now you've got to start packing your backpack!

Find out how to pack a backpack for hiking like a pro. From what goes where to weight distribution, our backpack packing diagram is here...

If you're going camping or hiking, you'll need a backpack. Check out our guide on how to pack a rucksack so you can squeeze in everything you need.

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