The Adirondack High Peaks should be on your list of destinations for backpacking. Easy and free access, epic hiking and real mountains!

Intro When you've got all your gear, broken in your boots and packed your pack it's time to plan your backpacking trip. You can wing it but a little pre-plan...

Wilderness navigation is knowing where you are, where you want to go and how to get there. Read on to learn how.