You’re ready to start hiking but you’re not sure what gear you need and you don’t want to break the bank, right? You’ve come to the right place! As a budget-friendly hiker, I totally get it! My main goal is to get you out on the trails to experience the magic of the outdoors!
I’ve been on a considerable amount of hikes over the last 6+ years, including day hikes in national parks across the US, the backcountry of Washington state, week-long glamping trips in Utah, backpacking in China, and more. I’ve curated my personal outdoors packing list through much of my own trial and error, so I’ve learned a thing or two about what you need to stay safe and be comfortable in the outdoors!
You don’t need a ton of fancy gear to get started hiking but there are some non-negotiable essentials for hiking like water, a first-aid kit, and a map. If you’re a complete beginner, then you need to read the Hiking Essentials for a Day Hike first before downloading this guide!
If you’re new to hiking, this FREE guide covers all the basics, including gear for day hikes, multi-day hikes, and glamping. Already enjoy hiking? Well, you may just find some new gear inspo here!
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I know it can be super scary as a beginner hiker to get out on the trails – I’ve been there! I recommend also reading this Hiking Etiquette for Beginners for tips on being respectful on the trail.
