Hiking food ideas

We share the best backpacking food ideas to help you enjoy simple and lightweight backpacking meals on the trail. We have you covered for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert!

This post includes dozens of backpacking snack ideas—some healthy, some fun, and all full of energy to keep you fueled for a day of hiking.

Searching for hiking lunch ideas for your upcoming hike? Explore your options with out guide to the best hiking lunches. We suggest foods for your hikes that are going to fuel your adventures. Read our complete list of the best lunch ideas for hiker to learn more.

How much food should you bring for a backpacking trip? Here's the backpacking food I brought with me for 17 days on the Pacific Crest Trail.

We've put together this list of backpacking and camping foods that do not require refrigeration to give you an idea of what to pack for an overnight camping trip or multi-day backpacking adventure. We hope these camping food ideas inspire your inner outdoor chef! What new food combinations will you come up with?

Over 40 tasty day hike lunch ideas like sandwiches, snacks, bars, soups and sweets. All nutrient-packed and delicious. (V, GF, DF included)

Favorite backpacking & hiking lunch ideas - not just snacks. From day hikes to multi-day trips. Backpacking lunch ideas - no cooking required!

The author hiked the Pacific Crest Trail in June 2017 -- 117 days in which the PCT became her home. Learn from her best tips.

Save money while still eating well with these budget-friendly hiking lunch ideas. Discover affordable yet satisfying options like peanut butter wraps, tuna salad packets and homemade trail mix.