Erik the Black's Pacific Crest Trail Maps

2,650 Miles From Mexico to Canada

The Pacific Crest Trail is a 2,650 mile long hiking and equestrian trail that runs from Mexico to Canada across California, Oregon and Washington. Our Pacific Crest Trail Maps provide all the essential information you need to plan your trip and navigate the trail.

Erik the Black's John Muir Trail Maps

210 Miles From Yosemite to Mount Whitney

The John Muir Trail is a 210 mile long hiking trail that runs from Yosemite Valley to Mount Whitney in the Sierra Nevada mountains of central California. Our John Muir Trail Maps provide all the essential information you need to plan your trip and navigate the trail.

Erik the Black's Tahoe Rim Trail Maps

171 Mile Loop Around Lake Tahoe

The Tahoe Rim Trail is a 171 mile long hiking, mountain biking and equestrian loop trail around Lake Tahoe. Our Tahoe Rim Trail Maps provide all the essential information you need to plan your trip and navigate the trail.

Backpacking Gear Lists

Wondering what kind of gear to pack for your backpacking trip? Check out our example Backpacking Gear Lists for some ideas.

Lightweight Backpacking Gear List

Lightweight Backpacking Gear List (12 lbs)

Best all around gear list. Includes all equipment needed for long-distance backpacking. (12 lb base weight)

Ultralight Backpacking Gear List

Ultralight Backpacking Gear List (10 lbs)

Best for experienced hikers. Includes all equipment needed for long-distance backpacking. (10 lb base weight.)

Midweight Backpacking Gear List

Midweight Backpacking Gear List (16 lbs)

Best for comfort and durability. Includes all equipment needed for long-distance backpacking. (16 lb base weight.)

Budget Backpacking Gear List

Budget Backpacking Gear List (Under $1,000)

Best for beginners. Includes all equipment needed for long-distance backpacking for under $1,000. (14 lb base weight.)

Backpacking Food Ideas

Looking for some new backpacking food ideas? Here are some backpacking food articles from my blog to get you started.

Backpacking Meal Plan

Five Day Lightweight Backpacking Meal Plan

A complete 5-day meal plan for long-distance backpackers. Provides 3,500 calories per day from 2 lbs of food.

Backpacking Recipes

1,000 Calorie One-Pot Backpacking Meals

Sick of the same old trail food? Here are some of my favorite original backpacking meal recipes for you to try.

Top 10 Backpacking Foods

Top 10 Ultralight Backpacking Foods

Ten staple backpacking foods that are lightweight, shelf-stable, easy to pack and easy to prepare on the trail.

DIY Backpacking Pot Cozy

How To Make A Backpacking Pot Cozy

This easy DIY project will help you conserve fuel and simplify trail cooking (and it doubles as a carrying case for your pot.)