Let’s face it: backpacking can hurt. Heavy packs, steep hills, variable weather conditions, and difficult terrain all add to the difficulty of backpacking, but that’s all part of the adventure. We have some great news for you: it is possible to drastically decrease the weight in your pack. To help you out, we’ve created this list of the 49 top ways to lighten your backpacking load. #backpacking #backpackingtips #backpack #lightbackpacking #ultralightbackpacking #adventuretravel #backpacktips