BACKPACK

A backpack gives you a place to stow your camping gear and food. Fully loaded, it should be comfortable to carry for a short hike to a campground or a long day on the trail.
Most backpacks have an external metal frame or a stiff internal frame that gives the pack its shape and stability. A hip belt shifts the weight from your shoulders to the strong muscles of your legs. Your pack might also have outside pockets for water bottles, maps, and other gear that you might want Backpacks with external frames are great for general backpacking, to reach quickly.