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Ultimate Hut to Hut Packing List

August 16, 2026August 30, 2025

Headed on a hut to hut hike and unsure what to pack? Check out my packing list for everything you need for a hut hiking trip!

Categories Tips and Gear Tags backpacking, gear, hut to hut

Best Itineraries for Hiking the Cumbria Way

August 23, 2026August 27, 2025

Looking to hike the Cumbria Way but not sure where to get started? Check out the best itineraries for hiking the Cumbria Way!

Categories International Tags backpacking, cumbria way, England, hut to hut

Ten Things to Know about Hiking the Cumbria Way

August 30, 2025August 24, 2025

Looking to hike the Cumbria Way in England’s Lake District? Check out these ten things to know before heading out!

Categories International Tags backpacking, England, international

How to Sleep Better Outside

December 11, 2024
woman in backpacking shelter putting together sleeping bag

Looking to get a better night’s sleep when backpacking or camping? Check out this round up of helpful tips for a great night’s sleep outdoors!

Categories Tips and Gear Tags backpacking, hiking tips

Backpacking vs Camping

August 25, 2025October 6, 2024

Trying to figure out whether backpacking or camping is right for you? Read this guide for the pros and cons of each to find your new favorite outdoor activity!

Categories Tips and Gear Tags backpacking, camping

How to Reserve a PA Backpacking Permit

July 14, 2024May 29, 2024

If you’re looking to go backpacking in Pennsylvania State Parks, check out this step-by-step guide to reserving your permits.

Categories Tips and Gear Tags backpacking, PA State Park, travel tips

Backpacking in Oil Creek State Park

August 25, 2025May 27, 2024

If you’re looking for an incredible backpacking destination in Pennsylvania, Oil Creek is one of my favorites! Read on for a guide to backpacking in Oil Creek State Park.

Categories Pennsylvania, State Parks Tags backpacking, PA State Park, Western PA

Backpacking in Raccoon Creek

January 30, 2026April 1, 2024

Looking for a great place for a short backpacking trip near Pittsburgh? Backpacking in Raccoon Creek is absolutely worth the visit!

Categories Pennsylvania, State Parks Tags backpacking, Itinerary, PA State Park, Western PA

Best Trans Catalina Trail Itinerary

July 14, 2024March 16, 2024

Looking for the best itinerary for hiking the Trans Catalina Trail? The TCT is one of the most beautiful backpacking trails in the United States but planning a thru-hike can be challenging. Read on to find some of the best itineraries for the TCT!

Categories West Coast Tags backpacking, california, Trans Catalina trail

How to Plan for A Backpacking Trip

December 6, 2024February 3, 2024

Planning for a backpacking trip can be stressful if you don’t know how. Check out my guide to planning for a backpacking trip to make the process as pain free as possible!

Categories Tips and Gear Tags backpacking, backpacking gear, camping
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