r/backpacking

Frequently asked questions

Who is r/backpacking for?

Best for Travelers and Outdoors and Hikers enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.

Is r/backpacking free to join?

This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.

How many members does r/backpacking have?

Roughly 5.5M members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.

What platform is r/backpacking on?

r/backpacking runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.

What topics does r/backpacking cover?

On the Hive Index, r/backpacking is organized under Travelers, Outdoors, Hikers.

How do I join r/backpacking?

You can join r/backpacking by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.

What are the Travel communities like?

Communities for travelers planning trips, sharing itineraries, and swapping tips on everything from budget backpacking to luxury travel. You will find subreddits for specific regions and travel styles, Discord servers for nomads and expats, and Facebook groups for niches like solo female travel and budget flights. Active communities for both trip planning and general inspiration.