The Appalachian Trail might be classic, but its popularity can bring crowds. Here are six alternative backpacking trails that ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Wendy Altschuler is a seasoned travel and adventure writer and author. Pacific Crest Trail, John Muir Trail, Continental Divide ...

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On their recent backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail, the Emma family of Petersburg reached the summit of Max Patch in North Carolina's Pisgah National Forest, elevation 4,616 feet. From left are ...

When my family of four hiked a part of the Appalachian Trail, we packed a lot and came prepared. But on the second day, we ran out of water, and we all became sluggish. When we finally found water, we ...

Scott Benerofe bailed on his first overnight backpacking trip because he was too cold. It was mid-March 2016. Benerofe—then a 20-year-old sophomore studying mechanical engineering at Boston’s ...

Green canvas backpack with a metal frame and canvas straps. There is a leather grip at the top of the bag. The bag draws closed with a rawhide string and closes with a front flap. This was used by the ...