Backcountry Kitchen
Nothing beats a good meal at 6,000 feet. You’ve worked hard, the air is cool and clear, all of your taste buds are humming in the alpine air. Whether you like old-fashioned comfort foods or a lighter-contemporary fair, we’ve compiled a selection of meals that’ll make those evenings on the summit (or even at your favorite campground) even more magical.
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Breakfast
Arguably the most important meal of the day, these breakfast dishes will give you the energy you need to push through to the next campsite.
Snacks & Lunch
Whether you're hitting the trail for a day hike or multi-day excursion, easy-to-eat snacks are a necessity to help you reach your final destination.
Dinner
Refuel after a long day on the trail with these protein-packed dinners. Ranging from restaurant quality fares to freezer bag meals, there's something for every type of chef.
Dessert
Some hikers may consider it optional, but nothing beats a sweet post-dinner treat (especially when foraged berries are involved).
Drinks
Sometimes you just need to drink something different on trail. These recipes can help.
Staff Recipe Guide
From our backcountry kitchen to yours, here is a full weekend menu of our favorite tried and true trail recipes.