Short hikes don’t require much equipment, so carry all your belongings in a lightweight pack that won’t tire you out.

Great camping backpacks will often make fantastic cabin ... a RECCO detector is a really good idea – these small transponders ...

Campers seeking maximum comfort ... but some caution that it doesn't pack down as small as other bags with a comparable temperature rating. [The North Face One Bag Sleeping Bag: $300 or less.

This backpack does have the most “admin”—built-in organizational panels for pens, paperwork, and other small items—of any model we tested for this guide. The shoulder pads are well padded ...

The 28-liter birdseye pack from Eddie Bauer is a small hiking backpack that’s ideal for ... for a hydration reservoir and all the necessary camping gear you’ll need for a short trip.