Descriptions of trails, maps, weather, campground information, and a library with works by John Muir and others.

Website contains information on the Appalachian Trail, thru-hiking, hiking and backpacking as well as links to other great informative sights.

News, reviews, editorials, and subscription information.

A "how-to-guide" for camping, backpacking and hiking, especially for those just getting started. Includes packing lists and a sample 3-day menu.

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.

Pictures from popular overlooks in the Catskills with trail descriptions and advice.

This is a great website offering all sorts of information for backpackers, from how to choose a backpack to what types of tents are sold these days.

Backpacking information, adventure stories, photos, gear reviews, articles and other resources.

One web site with trip descriptions, photos, recipes, and plenty of links to find all the information needed to decide where to go and how to do it safely. Helping you have fun backpacking.

Local information for the Catskill Mountains as well as pictures, tips, hints, equipment, and calendar of events.

Dedicated to exploring and protecting the wild areas in Colorado. Sponsors courses and lectures about Rocky Mountain natural history and mountaineering.

This site describes the John Muir trail in its entirety, from Yosemite Valley to Mt. Whitney. There is information about planning a trip, including permits, reservations, meal planning and recipes. A photo gallery accepts submissions from readers.

Source of information on exploring the canadian rockies including backpacking, hiking, camping, mountain biking, scrambling, mountain bike trails, trip planning, tips and many other outdoor activities.

Recipes and instructions for freezer bag meals that allow backpackers to quickly and easily eat on the trail.

Lists the top treks in Nepal including the Annapurna Circuit, Rara Lake National Park, Dolpo and Mustang, Langtang and Helambu, and the Kathmandu Valley.