The best backpacking gear list is not all-inclusive. While it may not cover everything you need on a backpacking trip, it includes 20 of the most important items on your packing list—at least in our ...

The clothes you wear while hiking are pretty important. They can make the difference between an enjoyable trip or a chafing nightmare. Hiking shorts should fit comfortably by staying in place without ...

But like an uncomfortable pair of hiking boots, the wrong shorts can transform an otherwise perfect outing into a painful slog, whether because of chafing or flimsy, cheap materials. So, we asked ...

Whether you’re in the middle of your first thru-hike or planning out next season’s adventures, upgrading to ultralight backpacking gear is a smart investment. The more grams you shed, the farther ...

Our editors independently select these products. Making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission When you’re out for a hike, you’ve got enough to worry about on the trail. Packing ...

When it comes to adventuring in the great outdoors, there’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad gear. Luckily, there’s plenty of waterproof hiking gear for all sizes, styles and budgets. So, ...

With the proper gear, exploring the great outdoors isn’t just easier—it’s also much more comfortable. You’ll need to wear the right hiking boots or trail runners, of course, but it’s equally as ...

So you didn't take advantage of last summer's end-of-season sales and your hiking clothes are in less-than-prime condition. Aside from footwear, like lightweight hiking boots or rugged hiking shoes ...

Kuhl’s Renegade Convertible pants are stylish and practical for various climates and are easy to convert from pants to shorts. Columbia’s Men’s Pilsner Peak are our budget pick as they bridge the gap ...

Anne Taylor is an updates writer at Travel + Leisure where she keeps articles fresh and up to date. As an avid traveler who has been to 26 countries, she is always testing new products to make her ...

For as long as we’ve been walking, we’ve been hiking. The marked trails, well-equipped backpacks and moisture-wicking, quick-drying fabrics of today may look different than what our ancestral ...