Ultralight Backpacking Recipes
Browse Backcountry Foodie’s ultralight backpacking recipes designed for the trail. Find lightweight, high-calorie meals that are easy to make, tasty, and dietitian-approved. Choose from no-cook, cold-soak, and hot trail recipes to fuel every adventure without adding extra pack weight.
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Aaron Owens Mayhew, MS, RDN
Registered Dietitian & Experienced Thru-Hiker
Aaron is a registered dietitian and ultralight long-distance backpacker with over 20 years of nutrition and backpacking experience. She’s the founder & owner of Backcountry Foodie.
Backpacking Breakfast Recipes
Dietitian-Created, Trail-Tested Ultralight Recipes to Stay Energized on the Trail
Backpacking Lunch & Dinner Recipes
Stress-Free Backpacking Trip Planning to Build Lightweight, Trail-Ready Meal Plan
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Backpacking Dessert Recipes
How to Dehydrate and Freeze Dry Ingredients for Backpacking Meal Planning
Backpacking Snack Recipes
Stress-Free Backpacking Trip Planning to Build Lightweight, Trail-Ready Meal Plan
Backpacking Drink Recipes
How to Dehydrate and Freeze Dry Ingredients for Backpacking Meal Planning
Backpacking Guides & Free Downloads
Resources Created by a Registered Dietitian to Plan Smarter, Fuel Better, and Pack Lighter.
Trail Nutrition Tips
Designed for YOUR Backpacking Style
Choose Your Trail Persona ➞ 🦊 Fox 🐺 Wolf 🦅 Falcon
to get backpacking nutrition & meal planning tips that fit YOUR journey.
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