Southwest Hikes

Your Southwest Hiker Pal

Your Southwest Hiker Pal

the TOPO Deisgns rover mini backpack sitting in a high desert landscape of the southwest during a hike

Gear Review: TOPO Designs Rover Mini Backpack

I didn't actually know how much I would use this mini backpack when I first bought it. I just thought it was cute and was tired of always having a 20 liter+ backpack on. As it turns out, I use the Rover Mini a ton and really love it!

Scenic southwest trail with a hiker carrying an ultralight backpack, surrounded by canyon walls and steep slopes

30 Ultralight Backpacking Tips: Expert Advice to Lighten Your Load

Ultralight backpacking is about hiking smarter, not harder. With the right strategies, you can reduce pack weight without sacrificing comfort or safety. From choosing multi-purpose gear to packing calorie-dense foods, these 30 tips will help you streamline your setup for your next adventure.

Top Gift Ideas for Neurodivergent Hikers: Thoughtful and Practical Picks for Outdoor Adventures

Top Gift Ideas for Neurodivergent Hikers: Thoughtful and Practical Picks for Outdoor Adventures

Hiking is a deeply personal and freeing experience, and finding a gift that aligns with your loved one’s unique needs and passions is a beautiful way to celebrate their adventures.

a woman wearing patagonia nano-air light bottoms for a hike in the southwest

Gear Review: Patagonia Nano-Air Light Bottoms

I cannot express enough how much I love the sweatpant-like fit of these. That does not exist in the weird world of women's pants. So Patagonia has seriously changed the women's pants game with the way they designed these!

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SALE: TOPO Designs Black Friday Cyber Monday Holiday Sale 2024

Now through December 2 you can get up to 70% OFF of TOPO Designs clothing and gear!

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SALE: Therm-a-Rest End Of Year Sale 2024

Now through December 2 you can save up to 40% on Therm-a-Rest sleeping bags and cozy items.

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SALE: FarOut Guides Black Friday Holiday Sale 2024

FarOut Guides are the best maps in the world to keep you aware of what's to come!