Backpacking

AboveCalifornia
Descriptions of trails, maps, weather, campground information, and a library with works by John Muir and others.
http://www.abovecalifornia.com/

Adventure Matters
Website contains information on the Appalachian Trail, thru-hiking, hiking and backpacking as well as links to other great informative sights.
http://www.adventurematters.com

Andy's Lightweight Backpacking Site
Presents information regarding general and lightweight backpacking, safety tips, and outdoor photography.
http://www.geocities.com/amytys/

BackcountryTech
The latest backcountry gear, news, and deals
http://backcountrytech.com

Backpacker Magazine
News, reviews, editorials, and subscription information.
http://www.backpacker.com

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.
http://www.thebackpackersguide.com

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.
http://www.johann-sandra.com/backpackdir.htm

Backpacking in the Catskills
Pictures from popular overlooks in the Catskills with trail descriptions and advice.
http://members.tripod.com/~stooges/

The Backpacking Site
Backpacking information, adventure stories, photos, gear reviews, articles and other resources.
http://www.thebackpackingsite.com

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
http://www.casadelamontana.com

Catskill Hiking Shack
Local information for the Catskill Mountains as well as pictures, tips, hints, equipment, and calendar of events.
http://www.catskillhikes.com/

Colorado Mountain Club
Dedicated to exploring and protecting the wild areas in Colorado. Sponsors courses and lectures about Rocky Mountain natural history and mountaineering.
http://www.cmc.org

Freezer Bag Cooking
Recipes and instructions for freezer bag meals that allow backpackers to quickly and easily eat on the trail.
http://www.freezerbagcooking.com/

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.
http://gorp.away.com/gorp/location/asia/nepal/favpicks.htm

International Backpacking Association
Provides backpacking related online videos, helpful hints, maps and low impact backpacking guides. Membership is required for full access.
http://www.backpackingfun.com

The John Muir Trail
Information, photographs and descriptions of the 211 mile long trail that goes from Yosemite Valley to Mt. Whitney.
http://www.hikejmt.com/index.htm

The Lightweight Backpacker
Lightweight backpacking tips, techniques, books, gear, reviews, gear checklists, message forums, and specialty pages.
http://www.backpacking.net

Michigan Hiker
Offers information on backpacking, hiking, camping and outdoor equipment along with articles about experiences in the outdoors.
http://www.michiganhiker.com

Midwesthiker
General community for backpackers in the American Midwest that includes discussion of gear, trip reports and other backpacking topics.
http://www.midwesthiker.com/

N2Backpacking
A personal collection of photos, trail tales, trip reports, trail maps, and trip summaries. Over twenty-five years of backcountry adventures.
http://www.n2backpacking.com/

Net Backpacking
Backpacking portal featuring how to articles and gear reviews.
http://www.netbackpacking.com

One Pan Wonders
Backcountry cooking at its finest! One pan meals for backpackers.
http://www.onepanwonders.com

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.
http://sierrabackpacker.com

Spadout - Backpacking
Articles and tools for backpacking gear.
http://www.spadout.com/backpacking/

TheBackpacker.com
Includes resource includes advice for beginners, answers to user submitted questions, directory of trails, and active message board.
http://www.thebackpacker.com/

Tips For Survival
We want you to be a happy camper. We provide superior information for campers, backpackers, hikers, survivalists and everybody else interested in having a happy experience in the great outdoors.
http://www.tipsforsurvival.com

Trailspace.com
Reviews of tents, hiking boots, jackets, backpacks, and sleeping bags.
http://www.trailspace.com/

WeBackpack
Index of trip reports searchable by place, time of year, mileage and days. Includes backpacker profiles, groups and favorite destinations.
http://www.webackpack.com/

Wilderness backpacking tips and advice
The Wilderness backpacking website is dedicated to providing useful information for wilderness campers and backpackers.
http://www.wilderness-backpacking.com

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.
http://www.wildernessutah.com

WildernessBackpacker
Provides articles, tips, and stories about wilderness backpacking, camping, and travel.
http://www.journeywest.com/WB/index.html

YetiZone
A Himalayan trekking web guidebook to the Annapurna Circuit, the Everest Trek and the Langtang Trek. Over 650 kilometers of trekking description.
http://www.yetizone.com/