Backpacker Long Trails

By Liz Thomas,

Book cover of Backpacker Long Trails: Mastering the Art of the Thru-Hike

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WINNER OF THE 2017 NATIONAL OUTDOOR BOOK AWARDS (INSTRUCTIONAL CATEGORY)

Make the Dream of a Long Distance Thru-Hike a Reality

Have you been dreaming of the summer when you can hike the Appalachian Trail? Or marvel at the snow-capped peaks along the Pacific Crest Trail? Or simply section hike the…

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1 author picked Backpacker Long Trails as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This is the book I wish I’d had before my first long-distance hike. It’s a truly comprehensive (and yet totally approachable) guide on how to choose your gear, stock your food resupplies, and plan both your budget and hiking schedule.

Liz so generously shares the wisdom of her many years and thousands of miles of backpacking experience—complete with gorgeous photographs of life on the trail.

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