Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... GLACIER NATIONAL PARK, MONT. — I’ve traipsed around my neighborhood wearing a backpack weighted with books. I’ve tested socks, trying to find a pair that’ll ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Backcountry permits for overnight camping in wilderness areas of Rocky Mountain National Park during peak season go on sale this Saturday at 8 a.m. That ...

Get off the grid and into the wild on an overnight backpacking trip. Backpackers are likely to experience the wilderness much more intimately than other types of travelers – and reap the benefits of ...

Sleeping at the historic Granite Park Chalet means you still have to hike in—but you don't have to pack a tent. For a moment, this Montana adventure sure feels like backpacking. First, there’s the ...

Camping is a great way to get outdoors and enjoy nature. Whether you prefer car camping or backpacking, both offer unique ...

The sense of total isolation felt rejuvenating as I hopped off the hiker bus in the heart of Denali National Park. My two cousins and I were 43 miles from our car, dropped alone in the Alaskan ...

Sleeping at the historic Granite Park Chalet means you still have to hike in—but you don't have to pack a tent. Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in our June 2017 issue. This version was ...