Backpacking Destinations
In-Depth Backpacking Guides for Iconic Multi-Day Hikes Worldwide
Backpacking Destination Guides and Trail Itineraries to Help You Plan Unforgettable Multi-Day Adventures
Below you’ll find our backpacking and hiking destination guides focused on bucket-list, multi-day adventures around the world. From backpacking the O-Circuit in Torres del Paine, Patagonia, to hiking to Mount Assiniboine in the Canadian Rockies during larch season, and tackling remote canyon routes like Buckskin Gulch in Utah and The Enchantments thru-hike in Washington, these guides are built for serious backpackers.
Each guide includes detailed trail itineraries, logistics, permits, packing considerations, and real-world tips based on our firsthand experience backpacking some of the most iconic trekking destinations on the planet.
Canada
Patagonia
United States
Patagonia
Plan epic backpacking trips in Patagonia with in-depth guides to the O Circuit in Torres del Paine, essential packing lists for the O and W Treks, and hiking and backpacking routes around El Chaltén.
Canadian Rockies
Discover unforgettable backpacking routes in the Canadian Rockies, with detailed guides to Mount Assiniboine, the Berg Lake Trail, and Lake O’Hara, including trail logistics, best seasons, and planning tips.
United States
Explore iconic backpacking routes across the United States, from slot canyon adventures in Utah’s Buckskin Gulch to the 100+ mile Wind River High Route in Wyoming and alpine backpacking in Idaho’s Sawtooth Mountains.
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Backpacking Gear Guides & Reviews You Can Trust
The right gear can make or break a backpacking trip, especially on multi-day and long-distance hikes. Our backpacking gear guides are built from real-world testing on trails around the world and focus on lightweight, functional equipment that performs in changing conditions. From fleece mid-layers for backpacking and the best sun hoodies for hiking to comprehensive ultralight backpacking gear lists, we break down what’s worth carrying—and what you can leave behind, so you can pack lighter, move more efficiently, and stay comfortable on the trail.
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Why Trust Our Backpacking Guides?
Hi, we’re Skye and Garrett; experienced backpackers with decades of combined time on trail and a shared passion for long-distance and remote wilderness travel. Skye began hiking in Washington at a young age and went on to become a hike leader with The Mountaineers, while Garrett has backpacked extensively around the world and previously guided hiking trips in New York. Together, we’ve completed demanding, multi-day backpacking routes across the U.S., Canada, and internationally, including routes like the Wind River High Route in Wyoming and the O Circuit in Torres del Paine, Patagonia.
Our approach to backpacking is rooted in ultralight principles and real-world testing. We spend countless miles dialing in gear, refining packing systems, and learning what actually works on long, challenging trails. Every backpacking guide, trail itinerary, and gear review on this site is based on firsthand experience—not theory, so whether you’re planning your first overnight trip or preparing for a serious thru-hike, you’ll find practical, trustworthy advice to help you hike farther, feel better, and enjoy the journey more.
