Our very own testing editor, Jackie Cucco, feels confident that “you could go camping, hiking, or bear-wrestling in the pouring rain and this backpack would come out pristine.” The backpack is ...

If you like taking a hike with your tent and sleeping bag in tow, there’s a good chance you’ll come up against some rain at ...

Ideal for hiking trips ... EXCELLENT COVERAGE: Our rain poncho is generously sized to cover even the largest backpacks without sacrificing personal coverage. It can also be transformed into ...

Why we like it: Whether you’re kayaking or gardening, this seam-sealed hat offers great protection from rain. It has an adjustable chin strap that helps keep it in place during windy days and folds ...

Does your backpack need to be waterproof? I took a look at some of the best hiking daypacks available—at a variety of price points—to help you choose. I’ve been hiking and backpacking for decades, ...

And while rain covers do a pretty good job, most of the time, you need your sleeping bag and puffer jacket to stay dry all of the time. Even for gram-counting ultralight fanatics this one isn’t ...

Discover the best backpacking trails in Iowa, from the rolling Loess Hills to the rugged Yellow River State Forest.