Fitpacking

01/28/2026

Join our FItpacking guides on a new adventure!

Fitpacking is more than a company — it’s a community and a lifestyle. We specialize in guided backpacking adventures designed to help people achieve their fitness goals while experiencing the transformative power of nature.

01/27/2026

This is the last call for Cumberland Island! Don't miss out on your chance for some warmer climates on one of our most beginner friendly backpacking adventures. Can't wait to see you there! Sign-up now at https://icont.ac/51daC

Escape the winter chill and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Cumberland Island National Seashore, a remote barrier island off the coast of Georgia, just 50 miles north of Jacksonville, Florida. This island offers a rich blend of ecosystems and history—coastal marshes, undeveloped beaches,...

01/26/2026

Join us for a backpacking adventure! Trips in the US and Scotland.

01/25/2026

Join us on a backpacing trip this year in the US or Scotlan!

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01/24/2026

Join Fitpacking on an adventures backpacking in the US and Scotland!

01/24/2026

Join us in South Dakota's Black Hills

Escape into the wild heart of South Dakota with a multi-day hiking experience that explores the best of the Black Hills, including Custer State Park, the Black Elk Wilderness, and the legendary Mount Rushmore area. Each day offers a new trail, a new challenge, and a new chance to reconnect with nature while immersing yourself in the rugged terrain and cultural legacy of this iconic region — all without the need to carry a heavy overnight pack.

Over the course of several days, you’ll venture out each morning on expertly guided hikes ranging from 8 to 14 miles. You’ll return in the late afternoon or early evening to a comfortable frontcountry basecamp, where you’ll enjoy well-earned rest and hearty meals cooked the traditional way — in cast iron Dutch ovens over hot coals. This unique format allows you to experience the physical challenge and natural beauty of backcountry hiking without the weight and logistics of full backpacking.

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01/21/2026

Hike with us at Acadia National Park!

Each day, we’ll set out on scenic day hikes to explore Acadia’s diverse ecosystems and landscapes. From rugged granite peaks with sweeping ocean views, to serene wooded trails, historic carriage roads, freshwater lakes, and the rocky Atlantic shoreline, this trip offers a little of everything. Bird enthusiasts will be happy to know that the park is home to over 330 species of birds—though we can’t promise we’ll spot them all!

At night, we’ll return to our comfortable group campsite at Blackwood’s Campground, located within the park and just a short drive from trailheads and Bar Harbor. Evenings offer time to relax around camp, cook meals together, and enjoy the long, light-filled evenings of Maine in early summer.

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01/20/2026

Join us on an adventure to Channel Island!

We’ll spend the entire week on Santa Cruz Island, the largest and most diverse of the Channel Islands. Highlights of the trip include visits to Scorpion Beach, Potato Harbor, Smugglers Cove, Montañon Ridge, and Chinese Harbor. One afternoon will be dedicated to kayaking or snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of the Pacific, exploring kelp forests and marine life up close.

Expect wide-open views, rugged coastline, unique geology, and an unforgettable blend of ocean and island landscapes. With no food stores, gear shops, or traditional amenities on the island (aside from limited kayak and snorkeling rentals), we will be largely self-reliant—a rewarding experience in its own right.

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01/18/2026

Zion National Park is a bucket-list destination for anyone who loves the outdoors. Known for its towering cliffs, deep canyons, and iconic sandstone formations, Zion offers a dramatic and colorful landscape that is both accessible and awe-inspiring. This trip is designed to showcase the parks most scenic and famous day hikes—perfect for those who want to experience Zion's magic without the demands of full-pack backpacking.

We'll be exploring the major established trails open to commercial groups, which means we won’t be venturing into places like the Upper Narrows, but we will hike into the lower Narrows, where the canyon begins to widen and the Virgin River flows gently between towering rock walls. Other highlights include the Court of the Patriarchs, Riverside Walk, the Grotto, and of course the trail to Angel’s Landing, one of the most exhilarating and unforgettable hikes in any national park.

01/17/2026

Join Fitpacking for an unforgettable hiking adventure through the otherworldly landscapes of Bryce Canyon National Park! — home to the world’s largest concentration of hoodoos. This iconic Utah Park features towering spires, sculpted rock formations, natural bridges, and winding canyons, all bathed in vibrant hues of red, orange, and pink. Our itinerary focuses on the parks most scenic and accessible day hikes, perfect for those who want to explore Bryce’s stunning terrain without the burden of a full pack.

During our five-day trip, we’ll explore highlights of the Bryce Amphitheater, including the dramatic Fairyland Loop and the winding corridors of the Peekaboo Loop. These well-established trails offer the best of Bryce’s topography—colossal rock faces, narrow slot canyons, and panoramic overlooks in every direction.

01/17/2026

In Zion National Park, we’ll explore the dramatic depths of the Zion Narrows, summit the iconic Angel’s landing via its famous chain-assisted trail, and take in panoramic views from overlooks near The Patriarchs. Zion’s towering sandstone cliffs and lush canyon floors offer a breathtaking contrast of desert and oasis.

In Bryce Canyon National Park, we’ll descend into the park’s surreal labyrinth of hoodoos, spires, and natural amphitheaters. Trails like Peekaboo Loop and the Navajo/Queens Garden Loop will take us deep into Bryce’s dreamlike landscape, where light and shadow shift dramatically with the rising and setting sun.

Both parks are recognized International Dark Sky Parks, so be prepared for incredible stargazing and unforgettable sunsets each night.

01/14/2026

Our journey begins at the Needles Campground, quickly leading into Big Springs Canyon, where sandstone walls rise around us and the desert’s quiet vastness sets the tone for the days ahead. As we ascend slick rock mesas and navigate narrow, winding canyons, we’ll be treated to breathtaking views across the desert skyline. Along the way, we’ll encounter iconic landmarks such as Druid Arch, along with numerous unnamed arches and rock formations that are just as inspiring in their solitude. Ancient petroglyphs, natural bridges, and remnants of early 20th-century ranching culture offer powerful glimpses into the human and geological history of this rugged region.

This is more than a hike it’s a journey into a landscape shaped by time, wind, and water. For those ready to take on the challenge, the Needles District offers an experience of raw beauty, deep stillness, and the kind of discovery that stays with you long after the trail ends.