Solo backpacking is an exciting way to explore the world, providing freedom and adventure in spades. But with that independence comes responsibility—prioritizing safety when navigating unfamiliar ...

Solo backpacking through Yosemite offers a unique way to experience the park’s dramatic landscapes, quiet trails, and unforgettable wilderness moments. In Part 1, the journey begins with practical ...

Making sure you have enough water is essential before setting out on a hike. Going on a hike with your partner can be a great way to move your body and spend some quality time together—until your ...

Early this spring, during a fact-finding sprint up a storm-damaged section of the Appalachian Trail (AT), I had a comical epiphany about my backpacking life: Despite hiking 11,000 miles since 2019, or ...

What’s better, hiking alone or with other people? “Depends how many bears are involved,” is one quip. Perhaps it depends on what kind of person you are. Hiking solo is a markedly different experience ...