Backpacking in Pennsylvania State Parks and Forests

Looking for more information about backpacking in the Pennsylvania state park system? Keep reading! Table of Contents What is Primitive Camping or Backpacking? Backpacking in PA State Parks Backpacking in PA State Forests Summary of Differences between Backpacking in State Parks vs State Forests Most of the best places to backpack in Pennsylvania are part …

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Backpacking Clothing Guide

Struggling to figure out what to wear for a backpacking trip? Here is my backpacking clothing guide to help you out! Guide to Choosing Clothing for Backpacking The right clothing is super important when backpacking. Clothing that fits well and is meant for trip conditions can make a trip ten times better while clothing that …

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Hays Woods: Pittsburgh’s Newest Park

Looking for more information about Hays Woods? Check out my tips for visiting Pittsburgh’s newest park! Looking to explore Pittsburgh’s parks? Look no further than Hays Woods, a hidden gem tucked away in the Steel City’s southeastern corner. This park is a wonderful place to get away from the city, soak in some views, and see amazing …

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List of PA State Parks

Looking for a comprehensive list of the state parks in Pennsylvania? Read on! Looking for a state park in Pennsylvania? I’ve got you covered with a list of all of the state parks in PA, alphabetical by region. I’ve used the same regions as the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) for consistency. …

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Must-Have Backpacking Gear

Looking for a comprehensive list of gear to take to the backcountry? I’ve compiled a post on all of my backpacking must-have’s to make it easy to get outdoors! Must Have Backpacking Gear One of the biggest barriers to getting into backpacking is the gear! I was so stressed and hesitant to try backpacking because …

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