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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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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Best Backpacking in Western Pennsylvania

Looking to get outdoors and do some backpacking in Pennsylvania? Check out my list of best places to backpack in western Pennsylvania! Table of Contents Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail Moraine State Park Oil Creek Quebec Run Wild Area Cook Forest Why Backpack in Western Pennsylvania? I am relatively new to the world of backpacking. My …

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