Last updated: April 2026

HikeATrail.com participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means that when you click certain links on our site and make a purchase, we may earn a commission. This comes at no extra cost to you.

Programs We Participate In

AvantLink — We are an AvantLink affiliate partner for retailers, including Backcountry and other outdoor gear brands.

Impact.com — We are an affiliate partner through Impact.com. REI is available through this network. (Enrollment pending — links will be active when approved.)

AllTrails — We participate in the AllTrails affiliate program. When you sign up for AllTrails through our links, we may earn a commission.

Other Programs — We may participate in additional affiliate programs, including Harvest Hosts, Boondockers Welcome, and The Dyrt. These will always be disclosed.

Our Editorial Standards

Affiliate relationships never influence our reviews or recommendations. We only recommend products and trails we have personally researched or tested. If we haven’t used something ourselves, we say so clearly using our Tier 1 / Tier 2 system. We do not accept payment to review products or write positive reviews.

FTC Compliance

This disclosure is made in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s guidelines on endorsements and testimonials (16 CFR Part 255).

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