These outdated backpacking trends may no longer have a place in our packs, but it will always have a place in our hearts.

Anna and Dan Vinson have been rucking. No, that isn’t a typo; get your mind out of the gutter. Actually, rucking is one of the latest hiking trends in Colorado, spurring Facebook groups, local events ...

Silence. Breathtaking beauty. Solitude, peace and serenity. These sensations and feelings are all the result of choosing a trail, packing your gear and heading out on a backpacking adventure, where ...

If you're only going hiking for a day you really don't need a huge pack, just something compact and comfortable. From fully-featured gear haulers to ultralight backpacks, here are the best 15 to 30-li ...

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