What Shoes Do You Actually Need for Arches and Canyonlands National Park?
What are the best shoes for Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park? We break it down.
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6 Ultralight Fleece For Backpacking and Hiking in Every Season!
These are some of our fave ultralight fleece layers for hiking and backpacking when breathability and insulating power are paramount.
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4 Ways to Filter and Purify Water for Hiking and Backpacking (And How to Choose)
Whether you’re a seasoned outdoorist or new to the whole backpacking thing, there’s one piece of gear you should always have on hand if you plan to drink water from natural sources in the great outdoors: a water filter. Here are the four main ways to filter and purify so you can decide which is best for you for every outdoor adventure.
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Glasses or Contacts for Backpacking? Here’s How to Choose and Keep Your Eyeballs Healthy
Trying to decide between glasses or contacts for backpacking? It’s a tough choice and one that largely comes down to personal preference. But there are also some pretty solid reasons to choose one over the other depending on your situation.
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The Best Memorial Day Sales on Outdoor Gear [2026]
The best Memorial Day sales on outdoor gear on the web rounded up for 2026! Camp, hike, bike and more. Find it all!
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How to Hike Victoria Peak, Belize’s Most Challenging Trek
Looking for a multi-day backpacking trip for the ages? One that none of your friends and family have ever heard of but promises to be the challenge of a lifetime? Head to Belize to hike up Victoria Peak.
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The 10 Best Deals from the REI Anniversary Sale!
It’s that time of year again! Time to celebrate REI’s anniversary with one of the retailer’s biggest and most comprehensive sales of the year. This year, tons of gear is on sale. And while we’ve seen larger percentages off some gear in the past, the Anniversary sale is a great opportunity to score deals across tons of brands and product categories. Meaning if your entire kt needs a refresh or you’re brand new to camping or backpacking and want to gear up, now’s a great time. Here are our top sustainable gear picks from the REI Anniversary Sale.
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You’re Doing it Wrong: How Not to Be THAT GUY when Dispersed Camping (10 Camping Etiquette Tips)
When it comes to camping etiquette, particularly when dispersed camping, it all comes down to one guiding principle: Don’t be a butthole. A little consideration for others goes a long way when you’re far from civilization. So whether you’re planning your first dispersed camping trip or your 30th, here’s how to conduct yourself in a civilized way, even when you’re far from civilization.
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How to Choose the Best Hydration System for Hiking & Backpacking
How to choose AND build a personal hydration system that works for your style, trip length, preferences and environment. All so you can stay happy, healthy and hydrated on any trail.
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The 7 Best Barefoot Hiking Sandals [2026]
Looking for the best barefoot hiking sandals for your next adventure? We wore these barefoot sandals hiking, camping, and trail running to find out which ones are the absolute bomb.
