Check Out The Top 5 Love the Backcountry Articles of 2016

If you’re reading this right now, then first of all, thanks for stopping by. Whether you’re new to Love the Backcountry or you’ve been following us for a long time, we’re glad to have you on board. Every month, we publish nearly twenty articles on your favorite outdoor topics, ranging from hiking, backpacking, and camping, […]

The Impact of the Backcountry in 2016: From Individuals to the Masses

When it comes to the outdoors, it’s nothing to mess with. The land around us, or the little of it there is left, anyway, is so precious to mankind. Without it, we wouldn’t be able to breathe, drink water, eat, and ultimately survive. Sure, there’s a lot of debate about how much we’re actually helping. […]

Here Are the Most Unforgettable Backcountry Moments of 2016

As this year comes to a close, it’s nice to reflect on the last twelve months outdoors. In addition to looking back on our own experiences, there are some really extraordinary things that stuck out over 2016. If you love the backcountry as much as we do (and we bet you do), then you’ll be […]

Was 2016 YOUR Year? Take the “Backcountry Experience” Quiz!

This past year has been pretty interesting, to say the least. We lost a few good celebrities, elected a new president, Fidel Castro has died, and Native Americans are still fighting for their land. Whatever your involvement or focus has been on the top headlines this year, at the end of the day, we have […]

Check Out The Top 5 Love the Backcountry Articles of 2016

The Impact of the Backcountry in 2016: From Individuals to the Masses

Here Are the Most Unforgettable Backcountry Moments of 2016

Was 2016 YOUR Year? Take the “Backcountry Experience” Quiz!

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The 7 Best Backpacks of 2016

If you’re searching for a the right backpack for your upcoming hike or trek, then it’s good to know which ones have been rated the highest. Though you can get any backpack as long as it fits your hiking needs, you want to also have one that will be reliable once you’re in the outdoors. […]

The Top Pick Tents of 2016

Once you know how to choose a tent that is best for your adventure, it comes the time to choose the one you’re actually going to purchase. No matter what kind of camping or hiking you’re going to be doing, there’s a great tent out there for everyone. Before you put money down on any […]

The 7 Best Sleeping Bags of 2016

Having the right sleeping bag to sleep in after a long day hiking is a necessary component of a perfect backpacking trip. Sleeping bags come in all different materials, shapes, sizes, and colors. Though you’ll want something that looks good and feels good, any sleeping bag you choose needs to do its job of letting […]

New Gear to Look Out for in 2016

A new year means more hiking goals, and with that, new gear to keep an eye out for. These days, technology is expanding quickly, and more and more useful gear and equipment for the trails are hitting the stores. With all that’s out there, it’s important to know what’s worth buying: Arc’teryx Acrux AR Boot […]