Backpacking

Poler Introduces Orange Label
Poler Releases New Tech-Driven Orange Label

Higher functionality and premium, tech materials elevates the Poler name

Better Organize Your Backpacking Gear With TripTarp
Better Organize Your Gear With TripTarp

A multipurpose packing tool for backcountry campers that doubles as an emergency shelter

Backpacking Central Washington's Ancient Lakes
Photo Essay: Backpacking WA's Arid Ancient Lakes

When wishing to avoid Seattle's infamous rain, the high desert never disappoints

High Altitude Camping in North Cascades National Park
High Altitude Camping in North Cascades National Park

A late summer alpine outing to concur Washington's Sahale Peak

Behind the Brand With Mystery Ranch Founder Dana Gleason
How A Self-Taught Designer Built a Brand Navy SEALS Swear By

The outdoor industry legend shares lessons learned from a lifetime of building packs for climbers, hotshot firefighters, and Navy SEALs

Backpacking Olympic National Forest's Marmot Pass
Photo Essay: Making the Most of Marmot Pass

A PNW treasure of a trail with impressive elevation gain and even better views

Backpacking Washington State's Indian Heaven Wilderness
Backpacking Washington's Idyllic Indian Heaven Wilderness

Two generations of Northwest locals spend three days hiking, swimming, and wild huckleberry picking along the Pacific Crest Trail

A Family Backpacking Trip to California's Iconic Lost Coast
19 Photos Capture California's Lost Coast Backpacking Trail

Exploring the rugged—and refreshingly remote—King Range National Conservation Area along the North Coast with mom, dad, wife, and dog in tow

3 Weeks in the New Zealand Backcountry
Photo Essay: 3 Weeks in the New Zealand Bush

Highlights from hiking a section of the legendary Te Araroa trail

 Hut Hiking Norway's Dovrefjell National Park
Photo Essay: Norway's Dovrefjell National Park

Old friends and new challenges deep in the land of midnight sun

Canyoneering in Wild Utah
Photo Essay: Canyoneering in Capitol Reef National Park

Exploring the ancient red rock formations of Capitol Reef National Park