Whether you’re a veteran backpacker who’s already checked off many long-distance treks or you’re brand new to the idea of carrying everything you need on your back into the wilderness for days, the point is: Backpacking can be for everyone. You just need to find the right trail for you. (Before you go, read up on backpacking basics and make sure you have the proper gear.) Maybe you’re bringing little kids and hiking one or two miles a day, or maybe you’re going fast and light and logging dozens of miles before sundown. It doesn’t matter. We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite classic backpacking routes around the U.S. Take on the whole thing or just a portion.