FIELD NOTE 001
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FREE TOOL
Custom backpacking checklist
Tailor your packing list to your trip length, terrain, temperature, water sources, and shelter.
THE ADVENTURE STARTS HERE
Less guessing.
More exploring.
Discover trails worth taking, build the right packing list for your trip, and head into the wild with a little more confidence.
✳Real trail resourcesSmart trip planningMade for every experience level
GO FURTHERTRAILBOUND • OUTDOORS
01 / 04FIND YOUR WAY OUT THERE
WEATHER NEAR YOU
Finding weather for your general area…
Automatically detects an approximate city from your network. Optional GPS improves accuracy; no precise address is shown or saved.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED, NOTHING YOU DON'TGood trips start before
Good trips start before
the trailhead.
From your first overnight to your next long-distance trek, TrailBound keeps the details in one place so you can spend less time planning and more time outside.
THE TRAIL LIBRARY
Close to home. Far from ordinary.
FIND YOUR WAY
The trail library.
Thoughtful starting points for your next adventure. Always check official sources for up-to-date conditions and restrictions.
NORTH AMERICA · EXPANDING INDEX
US · CA · MXExplore parks & trails — every state.
Choose any U.S. state and browse named hiking trails A–Z using live USGS map references when available. State park listings use USGS PAD-US. Canada and Mexico have region directories; full trail imports are still pending. The reference datasets are incomplete, and neither legal access nor camping, water, or closures are verified.
Browse all 50 states alphabetically
Connecting to expanded trail index…
BY HIKERS · FOR HIKERS
Community trail finder.
Browse trails contributed by hikers in the country and state selected above. All public submissions are screened by the TrailBound team, but details still need independent checking.
Choose a state above to see shared trails.
Submit a trail for the TrailBound directory
Free TrailBound account and verified email required; approval is not automatic. Share only trails you have permission to describe. Never include your home address, private access points, sensitive sites, or GPS details that could endanger others. This is not an official trail register.
U.S. STATE PARKS · OFFICIAL MAP DATA
Browse state parks A–Z.
State park and recreation land names are queried from USGS PAD-US 4.1. Some park names are missing or outdated; this is a reference index, not a complete official state park register. Check managing agencies for operating hours, closures, permits, and legal camping.
Select a U.S. state to load mapped state park and recreation lands.
Source: USGS Protected Areas Database. A park appearing here does not prove it is open or has hiking/camping. More official state sources must be reconciled for full coverage.
Map-based trail records: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Coverage is incomplete and changes over time. See the original source and check the relevant land manager before visiting.
Five featured starter trails
These five are sample TrailBound listings, not the full state directory. For other trails, use the A–Z state search above.
Trail safety note: Listed mileages describe full trails or passages, not pre-planned itineraries. Camping, access, closures, weather, and water availability must be independently checked before departure. Natural water requires appropriate treatment, and some sources may be dry or unsuitable.
BUILT AROUND YOUR ADVENTURE
The smart pack builder.
No generic one-size-fits-all list. Tell us about your trip and get a checklist that actually makes sense.
YOUR PACK AT A GLANCE
✳Ready for the trail.
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GEAR ESTIMATE—Non-consumables*
LOADED ESTIMATE—Including food & water*
*Weight figures are rough planning estimates, not weighed equipment. They may include worn clothing. Food, water, and fuel needs vary substantially. Check real gear weights, current weather, local food-storage rules, and water availability before every trip.
YOUR OWN TRAIL EQUIPMENT
The gear locker.
Track the gear you already own and its actual weight. Your pack builder uses these numbers when an item matches.
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Add your gear
Make your packing lists more accurate.
Tip: check the manufacturer's label or weigh your own item. You can keep more than one version of a gear type.
ITEMS TRACKED0
GEAR TYPES COVERED0
ADVENTURES IN THE MAKING
Your saved trips.
Save a checklist, pick up where you left off, and export your gear plan before heading out.
Saved gear and trips live only in this browser on this device. Clearing site data or switching devices may erase them. Export your checklist for a backup.
PRACTICAL FIELD NOTES
Guides for getting out.
Useful resources for building your confidence on the trail. More in-depth guides are being prepared.
FIELD NOTE 002
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DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
First overnight field guide
A practical beginner's guide to pacing, campsite planning, food and water, and common mistakes.
Price: $15
FIELD NOTE 003
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DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
Weekend backpacking planner
A printable trip-planning workbook with day-by-day notes, logistics, and gear worksheets.
Price: $19
Free downloadable starter guide & app installation instructions
↓ Download free backpacking guide
Android: Open the hosted site in Chrome, choose the menu and select Add to Home screen or Install app. iPhone: Open the hosted site in Safari, use Share, then Add to Home Screen. GPS works only with HTTPS and permission. Native store builds require the separate Capacitor build steps.
Secure checkout: PayPal, Cash App Pay, and credit/debit card options appear in the checkout window. Payments and private paid downloads activate after your merchant accounts and Netlify payment functions are configured. Card details are collected on provider-hosted pages, not stored by TrailBound.
WEATHER · OFFICIAL ALERTS · TRAIL INTEL
Know before you go.
Weather automatically shows conditions for each visitor’s approximate city or area. No GPS permission is required for the general forecast. Use optional device GPS to improve location accuracy. Forecasts are not specific to a selected trail.
YOUR GENERAL LOCATION
Finding your area…
Approximate city-level location · network/IP
This is weather for your current city/area—not a chosen trail. An approximate location is inferred using your network/IP and sent to weather services. GPS is optional and requires your permission; coordinates are not stored in your account.
Current weather.
Not loadedLooking up your local weather…
Upcoming forecast.
NWS · United StatesYour approximate area is used to fetch local weather. GPS permission is optional. An internet connection is needed for live conditions.
Weather from NWS in the U.S. and MET Norway model forecasts globally.
HIKER-SUBMITTED CONDITIONS
Seen something on the trail?
Report a fallen tree, campsite issue, flooding, muddy access, or water-source change. Reports are held for moderator approval before appearing to other visitors.
Before traveling: General city/area weather is approximate and not an emergency alert. When outside the U.S., this app cannot display official local warning bulletins. Always verify local land-manager closures, fire restrictions, conditions, and permits. Weather and trail reports require an internet connection to refresh, and previously cached readings may be stale when offline. There is no automatic emergency notification or rescue service.
ALWAYS KNOW WHERE YOU'VE BEEN
Map, steps & pace tracker.
Record your own hike with GPS, see your route, and export it as GPX or GeoJSON. Recording and the route sketch work offline after the app has been loaded. On-screen browser tracking cannot guarantee updates with the screen locked.
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Coordinate grid and GPS track • Not a topographic navigation map
Drag to pan • +/− to zoom • Touch to panWaiting for map
MY HIKE HISTORY
Saved on this deviceRecorded adventures.
Safety and offline maps: Online OpenStreetMap street-map tiles appear only while connected and are not offered as offline downloads. Without a connection, the coordinate grid, imported GPX routes and previously recorded track remain usable. An actual offline topo map requires a licensed tile/data provider. Track accuracy depends on your device, sky visibility, and location permissions.
THE PEOPLE WHO WALKED IT
Trail field reports.
Rate trails and log your experience. In this starter version, reports are stored privately on your device; a moderated, shared community feed requires a connected service.
ON-DEVICE COMMUNITY PROTOTYPE
Recent reports.
Publishing reviews for everyone requires hosting a secure database, spam protection, moderation, privacy policy, and abuse reporting. None of your local reviews are posted online automatically.
PACK SMARTER, SPEND WISELY
The TrailBound gear shop.
Discover practical backpacks, tents, sleeping gear, water filters and more. Save products to your gear wishlist, or follow verified retailer links. The catalog is free for everyone.
Shopping transparently: Retailer links open the merchant's own checkout; TrailBound records an outbound click, not the purchase, shipping or order. Prices and stock must be confirmed at checkout. Links marked “Paid link” may earn TrailBound a commission. Third-party retailers are responsible for checkout, shipping, returns and order tracking. All gear links are free to access.
Amazon affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Amazon links are paid links; purchasing from Amazon never requires a TrailBound Plus membership.
Track a TrailBound order
Orders fulfilled by TrailBound can be checked here. Third-party retailer orders must be tracked on the retailer's website.
Direct TrailBound purchases: Only items explicitly marked "TrailBound Direct" can be ordered through TrailBound's Stripe checkout, after the owner activates the store and configures real stock, shipping, taxes and fulfillment. External purchases cannot be tracked as TrailBound orders.
GROW WITH THE COMMUNITY
Your adventures. More freedom.
Explore trails free. Create a free account for saved trips and gear. Upgrade for larger synced libraries and more photo journals. Account features require the live backend. Native apps must be published and configured separately.
$0 forever
Browse without signing up; free account required to save plans and gear.
- Browse trails and campsite recommendations
- Smart checklists, 3 account-saved trip plans
- 10 account-saved gear items
- Current weather and severe alerts
- GPS tracking and GPX export
- Read all approved community stories
- 2 journals/month · 2 photos each
$1.99 / month
Simple recurring subscription. Cancel anytime through your payment provider.
- Everything in Free
- Up to 250 saved trip plans, synced across devices
- Up to 1,000 saved gear entries, synced across devices
- 20 community journals per month
- Up to 8 photos per journal
- Support an independent trail community
Billed monthly. Does not include the separately sold digital guides. No promise of a downloadable offline topographic map.
STORIES FROM THE TRAIL
Share the miles. Find the good camps.
Trip journals, photos and campsite tips from hikers—including section hikers and long-distance thru-hikers. Reading is free; every contribution is moderated before publishing.
Connecting to trail community…