The hiking atlas for curious adventurers — a state-by-state trail guide for all 50 US states, honest gear reviews, and trip-tested field notes from backpackers who'd rather wear in the boots than write fluff about them.
Every US state. The hikes locals actually rave about — with distance, elevation gain, difficulty, season windows, and a live trail map for each one. Pick your state and start planning the weekend.
Cut your base weight under 10 lbs without going broke. Top-rated brand-name picks paired with the best comparable Amazon alternatives — tent, pack, sleep system, stove, water and layers.
The Soto WindMaster redefines canister stove performance, delivering an unwavering flame and rapid boil times even in the fiercest winds. Its innovative design with a recessed burner head and minimal pot gap makes it an essential tool for any backpacker who refuses to let the weather dictate their hot meal.
The Garmin Fenix 7 Pro Sapphire Solar is the apex predator of multisport GPS watches, offering an unparalleled suite of navigation, health tracking, and performance metrics. Its solar charging capability and built-in flashlight make it an indispensable tool for serious multi-day backcountry adventures.
The best all-around day-hiking boot we tested in 2026. Light, grippy Contagrip outsole, dialed lacing, waterproof without feeling like a sauna.
Climb above the treeline to a viewpoint over 700 sq miles of ice. Watch for bears.
A boat shuttle drops you at the trailhead. Moose, marmots, and the Tetons towering overhead.
Knife-edge ridge with chain-assisted scrambling and unmatched canyon views. Permit now required.
Between the North Atlantic and the Norwegian Sea lies a scattered archipelago of 18 volcanic islands where the weather is a fickle monarch and the landscape writes its own sagas. The Faroe Islands don't offer easy escapes; they offer something better: a profound, windswept immersion into a world that demands you slow down, look closer, and embrace the beautiful uncertainty of 'maybe'.
You don't need $2,000 of gear to start hiking. You do need these ten things in your pack — every single time.
We were skeptics. After two seasons of testing, we won't hike without them on anything steep.
