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Cottonwood-Marble Canyon Loop Backpacking Guide – Death Valley NP
Cottonwood-Marble Canyon Loop Backpacking Guide – Death Valley NP
Last Updated:
September 10, 2024
Still very much a backpacking frontier, Death Valley National Park, at 3.4 million acres, is the largest national park in the US south of Alaska. Popular with desert-loving backpackers, this long and challenging hike is one of the few loop trails in Death Valley National Park. The route is undeniably beautiful, though a bit tricky to follow at times.
Best Hiking Shorts for Men of 2025
Best Hiking Shorts for Men of 2025
Last Updated:
September 10, 2024
Discover your new favorite trail-ready hiking shorts from Patagonia, PrAna, REI, and more. Our experts bring you tailored suggestions for the best in comfort, durability, and style from trail to town.
Six Moon Designs Lunar Duo Tent Review
Six Moon Designs Lunar Duo Tent Review
Last Updated:
August 30, 2024
Bottom Line The Six Moon Designs Lunar Duo stands out as a roomy, no-frills backcountry tent for budget-conscious backpacking pairs. It’s one of the most spacious tents on our best backpacking tents guide thanks to the arched brow poles, which offer a generous amount of headroom, and the expansive interior rivals much pricier models. CleverHiker […]
Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 Tent Review
Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 Tent Review
Last Updated:
August 30, 2024
The Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 is one of the lightest double-wall, 2-door tents on the market. This makes it ultralight, convenient, and easy to pitch. It also has more headroom than much of the competition due to its long brow pole that pulls out the sidewalls.
REI Co-op Trailmade 2 Tent Review
REI Co-op Trailmade 2 Tent Review
Last Updated:
August 27, 2024
Bottom Line The REI Trailmade 2 is the perfect crossover tent for folks who are starting to backpack but also love car camping. It’s a budget-friendly shelter that overperforms its price point for durability, ease of setup, and comfort and easily earns a spot on our best backpacking tents guide. Gear Analyst Ian Krammer has […]
Best Hiking Pants for Men of 2025
Best Hiking Pants for Men of 2025
Last Updated:
August 23, 2024
Try on our trail-tested picks for the best men’s hiking pants so you can take on the outdoors with…
Men’s REI Trailmade Pants Review
Men’s REI Trailmade Pants Review
Published:
August 22, 2024
These are an excellent choice for the price-conscious hiker looking for a lightweight pant. We are impressed with their performance and their value.
Men’s REI Sahara Convertible Pants Review
Men’s REI Sahara Convertible Pants Review
Published:
August 22, 2024
This model is the image of the classic hiking pant: versatile, durable, and loaded with features. We tested them in heavy Alaskan rain and on long sunny hikes and we love using one pair of pants for both outings.
Rab Incline Light Pants Review
Rab Incline Light Pants Review
Published:
August 22, 2024
These pants are a super lightweight and packable pair sure to please anyone who’s after a quick-drying and breathable option.
Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pants Review
Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pants Review
Published:
August 20, 2024
Tested in Alaska’s Chugach Mountains, these pants deliver a lightweight and highly mobile pant that excels in a variety of conditions.
Mammut Runbold Pants Review
Mammut Runbold Pants Review
Published:
August 20, 2024
After extensive testing in the alpine of Alaska’s Talkeetna Range, these pants are one of our top scorers in our lineup.
Janji Transit Tech Pants Review
Janji Transit Tech Pants Review
Published:
August 19, 2024
These jogger-style pants are extremely lightweight and breathable and are a great fit for warmer weather and higher-output activities.
Men’s Arc’teryx Gamma Pants Review
Men’s Arc’teryx Gamma Pants Review
Published:
August 19, 2024
These pants are loaded with features, including cinch hems, a built-in belt, and all-zippered pockets, making them fit for big adventures where durability and weather resistance are paramount.
Half Dome Hiking Guide – Yosemite National Park
Half Dome Hiking Guide – Yosemite National Park
Last Updated:
August 15, 2024
Standing 5,000 feet above Yosemite Valley, Half Dome is without a doubt a US National Park icon.
ZPacks Duplex Classic Tent Review
ZPacks Duplex Classic Tent Review
Last Updated:
August 15, 2024
The price tag on this shelter may seem like highway robbery, but if you’re an avid backpacker, it’s worth every penny and then some.
A Complete Guide to Hiking the Colorado Trail
A Complete Guide to Hiking the Colorado Trail
Last Updated:
August 14, 2024
From the flower-filled alpine meadows of the Sawatch Mountains to the dramatic craggy peaks of the San Juans, a hike on the Colorado Trail is sure to be a journey full of challenges and rewarding experiences.