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WHY WILDLAND TREKKING? 1. PROVEN TRACK RECORD WITH EXCELLENT REVIEWS With more than 10,000 people joining our tours annually, we have a proven track record of providing quality trips that exceed our guests’ expectations. We are the top-rated company, and in fact activity, on five different national park Trip Advisor pages (Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Rocky […]
15 Best Beginner Backpacking Trips in the U.S.
If you’re new to backpacking, you may have a lot of questions, like what to pack, what to eat, and — most excitingly — where to go. In the US, you have dozens of beginner backpacking trips at your fingertips. Whether you want to plan an epic hiking vacation to your favorite national park or […]
Best Beginner Backpacking Trips in California
California has so many public lands and wilderness areas that it’s hard to decide where to visit next. Do you want to take in the iconic granite domes of Yosemite or soak in the sun along the rolling coastline of Point Reyes? If you are looking for the perfect beginner backpacking trip in California, you’ve […]
8 Things the Pros Wish They Knew Before Their First Backpacking Trip
Some first backpacking trips are better than others. But if you follow a bit of time-tested advice, you can ensure your first trip runs smoothly. My first backpacking trip? (I don’t even think you could call it that.) I forced my sister to walk a mile and a half across sand dunes to a walk-in […]
Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Outdoor Gear for Hikers and Backpackers
Right now (and all the time), the outdoors is a pretty good place to be. Whether you’re getting on local trails or visiting state and national parks, you’ll have fresh air and room to roam. As hikers and backpackers, you’ll want to be prepared for anything that comes your way. That’s why we’ve compiled an […]
Best Beginner Backpacking Trips in Colorado
Colorado is home to over 22 million acres of public land to explore. You can find soul-refreshing waterfalls, hidden trails, and magical summit views all within a few hours’ drive no matter where you’re starting your trip. We have narrowed down the best beginner backpacking trips in Colorado all in different areas across this beautiful […]
5 Best Utah Backpacking Trips
In the world of backpacking, few places offer the level of scenery and remoteness as the state of Utah. Whether you’re hiking on high ridges in the mountains or deep within desert canyons, these Utah backpacking trails are sure to provide an experience that you won’t forget. We know the backpacking opportunities can seem endless, […]
How to Start Backpacking: Everything Beginner Backpackers Should Know
Photo by Andrew Peluso on Unsplash On my first “backpacking trip”, my dad took me to Timothy Lake in Oregon. I was a young kid — maybe five or six. We hiked barely a mile into a campsite by a lake — all my little legs could handle. I wore a small, external frame pack […]
Going on a Guided Hiking Trip? Trust the Guest Reviews
When you’re going on a guided hiking trip, you should always check trip reviews from previous guests. We know how much a guiding company can impact your vacation, so we want to help you choose the absolute best before you book your adventure. We’ve even written a blog post about things to look for when […]
Best Beginner Backpacking Trips in the Southwest
For the beginner backpacker, the Southwest contains some of the best trails in the country. The red rock deserts and rocky mountains contain some of the most remote and vast wildernesses in the country. The canyons and peaks dappling the harsh landscape contain a quiet majesty, waiting for the most patient to discover beauty hidden […]
What To Pack For A Backpacking Trip
Photo by Tommy Lisbin on Unsplash Backpacking is the ultimate outdoor activity; you get the opportunity to focus on your surroundings and enjoy a reprieve from everyday life. If you pack simply, you’ll get the chance to explore the outdoors with just the essentials. You might be wondering: what’s considered essential? Well, that depends on […]
Top USA Camping Trips and Tours for 2022
Looking for the best camping trips and tours? You’ve come to the right place. Camping trips immerse us in nature in a way we don’t get in our everyday lives. Imagine returning to camp after a long, satisfying day of hiking through a National Park wilderness. You mosey around camp, thinking about that giant bison […]
Best National Park Backpacking Trips
According to the National Park Service, there were almost 312,000,000 visits to U.S. National Parks in 2022. I guide backpacking trips in 2 of the most-visited National Parks. One of my biggest takeaways? You don’t have to walk very far to lose the crowds. Because of that, it is my absolute favorite way of seeing our parks. The […]
5 Best Backpacking Trips on the East Coast
Photo by Sean Foster on Unsplash Old-growth forests, towering waterfalls, and trails steeped with history: there is something magical about backpacking trips on the East Coast. Along with the dramatic cliffs and lush, green forests, one of the most prominent East Coast hiking attractions is the Appalachian Trail (AT). This long-distance trail stretches approximately 2,200 […]
Choosing the Best Hiking & Trekking Tour Company
Over the last decade and a half Wildland Trekking has been providing premier guided hiking and backpacking tours across the USA and the globe. With number one spots on 5 national park Trip Advisor pages; memberships in multiple industry associations; and a selection of treks in 54 national parks, 11 states and 13 countries, we […]
Best Beginner Backpacking Trips in Washington
Washington is a hiker’s paradise where you’ll find hundreds of trails that are great for both beginner and expert backpackers alike. In this diverse state, you can trek deep into the old-growth forests, along the rocky shorelines of Olympic, or high into the mountains in the North Cascades (also known as the American Alps!) If […]