Theoretically, I guess you can backpack year-round. I’ve backpacked from May on into September, backpacked into the mountains to hunt September to November and even winter camped in January or ...

Backpacking is one of the most exciting outdoor activities you can do. It’s like you go back in time. You may be a mountain man back in the wilderness on your own or an old explorer. It doesn’t matter ...

I wanted to do at least three good backpacking trips this summer. Things started off great, and then Katy broke her ankle in three places. Twelve screws and a few plates later, and they said to give ...

On a backpacking trip in Idaho’s White Cloud Mountains in September, we were shocked and disappointed to find that Ocalkens Lake #2 was nearly dry. So much for the fishing gear we brought with us.

Idaho State Parks is offering hiking and other outdoor activities at sites across the state, including in Athol.