For these easy to moderate recs, we focused on those with stunning scenery, minimal elevation gain, and well-marked trails to ...

Hiking trails by definition are suited for human travel. When you go off-trail, you run the risk of getting lost or even ...

If you're a fan of camping and hiking but have never tried backpacking, here's how to get started — with three entry-level backpacking trails right here in the Bay Area.

This Backpacker-tested tent, sleeping bag, pad, and backpack is everything a new hiker needs to hit the trail—and right now it's a steal.

Got your eyes set on your first backpacking trip? Consider these five routes, from the Olympic Peninsula to the Cascades, that are great for beginners.

It’s an activity so popular that Dora the Explorer even had a song dedicated to it. Backpacking offers an opportunity to ...