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You love your day hikes, but you’re ready to take it to the next level and backpack. Planning your first backpacking trip can be a little nerve-racking and there’s a lot of factors to consider. What gear do you need? Where should you hike? How do you know when to stop?

Don’t let it feel overwhelming. Planning your first backpacking trip is super exciting! You’re going to get that much closer to nature and the experience will for sure become a core memory. This guide covers everything you need to know from how to plan your trip, meals to eat, packing tips, and more!

I first learned about Havasupai through Instagram in 2015 and when I saw the pictures I thought “there is no way the water is that color blue!” But to my surprise, the water really is that color! It looks like water you’d find in the Caribbean, except you’re in the middle of the Grand Canyon! This guide covers everything you need to know about backpacking to Havasupai including, permit information, campgrounds, and more!

Maui offers pretty much everything you could ever want in a vacation — from amazing hikes, famous beaches, great food and culture. This list includes some of the best things to do in Maui, all of which are perfect for first-time or returning visitors.

This guide covers all you need to know about backpacking the Trans-Catalina Trail 3 nights and 4 days, detailing information about permits, how to pack, time of year to do the hike, and more!

This Zion National Park guide covers the best hikes, places and restaurants to go to in Zion as well as some of the top spots to hit outside of the park in the surrounding towns. I've included a mix of must-see areas and some lesser-known hikes that are just as beautiful as the iconic ones.