Gorp's Top Ten Coolest Treks in the Nepalese Himalaya
Lists the top treks in Nepal including the Annapurna Circuit, Rara Lake National Park, Dolpo and Mustang, Langtang and Helambu, and the Kathmandu Valley.
Chuck's Backpacking Bonanza
Extensive collection of information, tips, photos, and humor.
Backpacking in the Catskills
Pictures from popular overlooks in the Catskills with trail descriptions and advice.
Sierra Nevada Backpacking
Information for Sierra Nevada hiker, backpacker and mountaineer. Includes locations and maps of passes and trails, backpacking checklist, clothing, gear, books, weather and photos.
Our 2006 Hike Across The U.S.
Jakob and Tamar, two recent graduates of McGill University, will spend 8 months walking across the US in 2006. This site documents their journey, and contains their live blog.
WeBackpack
Index of trip reports searchable by place, time of year, mileage and days. Includes backpacker profiles, groups and favorite destinations.
AboveCalifornia
Descriptions of trails, maps, weather, campground information, and a library with works by John Muir and others.
Providing outdoor recreation information for summer, winter, spring and fall
Gear review, how to, hot locations, nature stories and more for kayakers, canoers, campers, hikers, skiers and climbers.
Backpacker Magazine
News, reviews, editorials, and subscription information.
The Lightweight Backpacker
Lightweight backpacking tips, techniques, books, gear, reviews, gear checklists, message forums, and specialty pages.
International Backpacking Association
Provides backpacking related online videos, helpful hints, maps and low impact backpacking guides. Membership is required for full access.
Casa de la Montana Hostel & Mountain activities Center
We are in Asturias, North of Spain, near Picos de Europa National Park, Covadonga, Llanes, Ruta del Cares We offert 52 places at a Hostel in rooms with bathroom for 2,4,6 people(bunks and beds )Mountain programs and promenades for individuals, small groups and families. See more on our web page
Catskill Hiking Shack
Local information for the Catskill Mountains as well as pictures, tips, hints, equipment, and calendar of events.
CloudWalker's Base Camp
Contains backpacking tips and resources for hiking the AT.
Colorado Mountain Club
Dedicated to exploring and protecting the wild areas in Colorado. Sponsors courses and lectures about Rocky Mountain natural history and mountaineering.
FootTrails.com
Backpacking information source and online community forum.
Freezer Bag Cooking
Recipes and instructions for freezer bag meals that allow backpackers to quickly and easily eat on the trail.
Andy's Lightweight Backpacking Site
Presents information regarding general and lightweight backpacking, safety tips, and outdoor photography.
The Backpacking Club
Non-profit club conducts hikes and an eight-week school. Photos, course description, and membership application. Spokane, Washington.
The Backpacking Directory
A directory of links to information about backpacking and hiking, including gear, retailers, trails, trip reports, photos, clubs and organizations, and the Pacific Crest Trail.
WildernessBackpacker
Provides articles, tips, and stories about wilderness backpacking, camping, and travel.
Michigan Hiker
Offers information on backpacking, hiking, camping and outdoor equipment along with articles about experiences in the outdoors.
Midwesthiker
General community for backpackers in the American Midwest that includes discussion of gear, trip reports and other backpacking topics.
Miss Janet's House is the "Bunk and Breakfast" hostel for Appalachian Trail Hikers
Services include full hostel accommodations, hike planning, shuttle’s and workshops. Located in downtown Erwin, Tennessee near the Appalachian Trail. Open year round (423)743-1932
N2Backpacking
If you are into backpacking you'll be "n2" this. The website is BirdShooter’s personal collection of photos, trail tales, trip reports, trail maps, trip summaries, and much more. N2Backpacking documents over twenty-five years of backcountry adventures.
Net Backpacking
Backpacking portal featuring how to articles and gear reviews.
Rei Camping/Hiking Expert Advice
Expert instructions on how to fit a pack, conditioning for backpacking, lightweight backpacking, how to be bear-aware and safe in bear country, and many other topics.
Spadout - Backpacking
Articles and tools for backpacking gear.
TheBackpacker.com
Extensive resource includes advice for beginners, answers to user submitted questions, directory of trails, and active message board.
Backpackers Guide
A "how-to-guide" for camping, backpacking and hiking, especially for those just getting started. Includes packing lists and a sample 3-day menu.
The Backpacking Site
Backpacking information, adventure stories, photos, gear reviews, articles and other resources.
The Travel Monkey
How to spot scams, avoid potential problems and pack the right equipment. Free travel and backpacking hints, tips and information.
Thru Hikers
Forums discuss the Appalachian, Pacific Crest and Continental Divide trails, plus backpacking food and gear. Also includes a photo gallery.
Trailspace.com
Reviews of tents, hiking boots, jackets, backpacks, and sleeping bags.
Wilderness backpacking tips and advice
The Wilderness backpacking website is dedicated to providing useful information for wilderness campers and backpackers.
Wilderness Utah
A collection of trail guides, photos, and trip reports from across the state of Utah. This site also includes informational articles about hiking in the Utah outdoors.
YetiZone
A Himalayan trekking web guidebook to the Annapurna Circuit, the Everest Trek and the Langtang Trek. Over 650 kilometers of trekking description.
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