Figuring out what to eat on a camping or backpacking trip can become its own adventure, especially in the backcountry, when access to civilization is limited. Sure, there are plenty of tasty ...

No matter if you’re trekking on a rugged backpacking trip or simply going on a hike for an afternoon, bringing high-quality (and tasty) food with you is a must for staying energized on the trail.

Dehydrating food has been a practical preservation strategy since ancient times. Today, dehydrated foods pop up everywhere from your favorite snack aisle to your local sporting goods store.

Figuring out what to cook while camping can mean the difference between heading out the door or staying home. And choosing a delicious meal that everyone wants to eat can be the difference between ...

In May, Kampgrounds of America (KOA) published the 2024 Annual Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report. The 10th annual report covers almost a decade of research charting the nation’s annual camping ...

Benjamin Tepler is a Senior Gear Editor at Outside with a focus on hiking and backpacking equipment. As a former food critic, he is a strong advocate for the advancement of better-tasting backpacking ...

Louise Barton remembers the exact backpacking moment when her career path changed. “I’m a botanist by training. I started working for the Forest Service and we were in Yellowstone doing huge off-trail ...

There’s nothing more comforting than a steaming bowl of mashed potatoes – especially if it’s enjoyed after a long day of hiking and setting up camp. But who has the back strength to carry a big ole’ ...

One of the biggest challenges of going backpacking is knowing what food to bring. The first time I went backpacking, those expensive bags of dehydrated meals you buy at your local outdoor supply store ...

From brewing the perfect cup of coffee at the campground to rehydrating the best backpacking meals in an instant, having a reliable cooking system to boil water makes all the difference when camping.