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Cam Honan

Cam Honan

‍Cam Honan is a wilderness advocate, prolific author,and self-confessed hiking "lifer." Over the past three decades, hehas trekked in 61 countries across six continents. He has set records for thefastest-ever calendar triple crown (Pacific Crest, Appalachian, and ContinentalDivide Trails), and pioneered long-distance hiking routes in some of theworld's most rugged environments. Cam also shares practical, trail-testedadvice on his long-running blog, The Hiking Life. His books include Wanderlust, Wanderlust USA, and Hiking & Backpacking For Dummies.

Articles & Books From Cam Honan

Hiking & Backpacking For Dummies
General Sports & Recreation

Hiking & Backpacking For Dummies

Get ready to hit the trails!Hiking is one of the world’s most popular outdoor activities, and Hiking & Backpacking For Dummies is the inclusive reference you need to get started exploring the great outdoors on foot. Whether you're day hiking in a local nature reserve or national park, or heading into the wilderness for your first backpacking trip, this book has all the information you’ll need to hit the trail with quiet confidence.
Explore Book
General Sports & Recreation

Hiking & Backpacking For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Cheat Sheet / Updated 04-13-2026
Whether you’re preparing for your first hike or brushing up before your next adventure, this cheat sheet puts essential hiking and backpacking information at your fingertips. It offers trail-tested advice on gear, skills, safety, and trip preparation — without burying you in details or jargon. Think of it as a no-nonsense trail companion: practical, easy to use, and designed to help you hike smarter, safer, and with confidence as you head into the wild.
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