From what to pack to how to train, this guide is a brief starting point for your next backcountry hike.
From what to pack to how to train, this guide is a brief starting point for your next backcountry hike.
Backcountry hiking is incredible… when done properly! Read on to learn how to do it right: http://prks.org/2oA4myF
From the Appalachian Trail in the East, to the Pacific Crest Trail in the West, and countless miles in-between, some of the best backcountry hiking destinations in North America are accessible in our national parks.
Backcountry hiking means spending at least one night in the wilderness, usually at a designated backcountry campsite or trail shelter far from the nearest road. If you’re ready to graduate from day-hikes to overnight backpacking trips, do the necessary preparation before leaving the crowds behind and heading deep into the wilderness.
Do you prefer lodges and inns? Or are you more of backcountry and campground kind of traveler? Well no matter what your preference may be, you’ll find something to enjoy in our latest Owner’s Guide series, “Gimme Shelter!” Chocked full of 26 awe-inspiring ideas, the FREE guide will inspire your imagination and help you plan that next incredible national park adventure.
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[Image: Volcano House at Hawai’I Volcanoes National Park]