Best 30 Thru-Hiking Podcasts in the US

A curated list of the best thru-hiking podcasts to listen to. Each listing includes host, booking agent, and producer contact information to facilitate collaborations.

1. Backpacker Radio

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From the Appalachian Trail to the Pacific Crest and everything in between. Backpacker Radio is a show all

Hosts

Zach Davis (Male), Juliana Chauncey (Female)

Producer/Network

The Trek

Email

****@thetrek.co

Listener Type

Fitness Enthusiasts, Environmentalists, Outdoor Enthusiasts

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.6/5

Apple Review

(US) 1624

Avg Length

181 mins
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2. Mighty Blue On The Appalachian Trail: The Ultimate Mid-Life Crisis

Mighty Blue On The Appalachian Trail: The Ultimate Mid-Life Crisis
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An overweight, 61-year-old retiree, with zero hiking experience, decided to hike the entire 2,185.3 mile

Host

Steve Adams (Male)

Producer/Network

Steve Adams

Email

****@steveadamsauthor.com

Listener Type

Life Coaches, Adventure Seekers, Personal Development Advocates

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.8/5

Apple Review

(US) 577

Avg Length

59 mins

3. Papa Bear Hikes

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Papa Bear Hikes is a Podcast for Nature Lovers & Outdoor Enthusiasts. Network/Artist: Martin Armitage is the

Host

Martin Armitage (Male)

Producer/Network

Papa Bear Hikes

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Travel Enthusiasts, Adventure Seekers, Environmentalists

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.9/5

Apple Review

(US) 127

Avg Length

44 mins

4. The Training For Trekking Podcast

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The Training For Trekking Podcast is created to help hikers, trekkers and mountaineers prepare for their

Host

Rowan Smith (Male)

Producer/Network

Rowan Smith: Hiking and Trekking Coach

Email

****@summitstrength.com.au

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.8/5

Apple Review

(US) 109

Avg Length

20 mins

5. Free Outside

Free Outside
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Welcome to 'Free Outside,' the ultimate podcast for outdoor enthusiasts! Join me, Jeff Garmire, as I blur the

Host

Jeff Garmire (Male)

Email

****@freeoutside.com

Listener Type

Adventure Seekers, Environmentalists, Outdoor Enthusiasts

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.9/5

Apple Review

(US) 138

Avg Length

62 mins

6. Trails Worth Hiking

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On Trails Worth Hiking, we bring you the most interesting backpacking and trekking routes in the world. Every

Host

Jeremy Pendrey (Male)

Producer/Network

Jeremy Pendrey

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Adventure Seekers, Environmentalists, Storytelling Aficionados

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.7/5

Apple Review

(US) 85

Avg Length

65 mins

7. The Thru-Hiking Podcast

The Thru-Hiking Podcast
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Do you wish you could get expert thru-hiking advice from those who have done it? Or maybe you want to hear

Host

Carol u201cCheeru201d Coyne

Producer/Network

A THRU-r Production With Carol "Cheer" Coyne

Email

****@thru-r.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.7/5

Apple Review

(US) 23

Avg Length

36 mins

8. The Backpacking Podcast presented by Outdoor Vitals

The Backpacking Podcast presented by Outdoor Vitals
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Be prepared to listen to great stories, hear from incredible guests, and laugh until your stomach hurts.

Hosts

John Kelley (Male), Jeremiah Stringer (Male)

Producer/Network

John Kelley, Jeremiah Stringer

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Adventure Seekers, Storytelling Aficionados, Outdoor Enthusiasts

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.5/5

Apple Review

(US) 213

Avg Length

59 mins

9. Backpacking Light Podcast

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The Backpacking Light Podcast explores the technology, gear, skills, and philosophy of backcountry wilderness

Hosts

Ryan Jordan (Male), Stephanie Jordan (Female)

Producer/Network

Backpackinglight.com

Email

****@backpackinglight.com

Listener Type

Adventure Seekers, Outdoor Enthusiasts, Travel Bloggers

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.8/5

Apple Review

(US) 243

Avg Length

41 mins

10. The Trail Dames Podcast

The Trail Dames Podcast
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In the Trail Dames Podcast we speak with 'women who like to dance upon this earth.' We are a supportive

Host

Anna Huthmaker (Female)

Producer/Network

Anna Huthmaker

Email

****@traildames.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

5/5

Apple Review

(US) 39

Avg Length

20 mins

11. Virginia Outdoor Adventures: Hiking, Camping, Kayaking, Local Travel and more!

Virginia Outdoor Adventures: Hiking, Camping, Kayaking, Local Travel and more!
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From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Chesapeake Bay, Virginia is a mecca for outdoor travel and adventure.

Host

Jessica Bowser (Female)

Producer/Network

Virginia Outdoor Adventures Podcast

Email

****@virginiaoutdooradventures.com

Listener Type

Adventure Seekers, Outdoor Enthusiasts, Nature Lovers

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.9/5

Apple Review

(US) 98

Avg Length

35 mins

12. Outdoor Adventure Series

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The Outdoor Adventure Series is an award-winning podcast produced by Fox Coaching, Inc. It celebrates

Host

Howard A. Fox

Producer/Network

Howard A Fox

Email

****@foxcoaching.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.3/5

Apple Review

(US) 6

Avg Length

32 mins

13. Hikes and Mics Podcast

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Hikes & Mics is where the trail meets the conversation. Each week, host Ivan Orozco brings together hikers,

Host

Iván

Producer/Network

Ivan

Email

****@gmail.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.6/5

Apple Review

(US) 17

Avg Length

55 mins

14. Thenaturalmedic Adventures

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Hello there, and thanks so much for joining us here! You are probably wondering what this podcast is all

Host

Craig Johnson (Male)

Producer/Network

Craig aka thenaturalmedic

Email

****@gmail.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

5/5

Apple Review

(US) 1

Avg Length

8 mins

15. Hiker Sessions

Hiker Sessions
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'Hiker Sessions' is an engaging interview podcast that delves into the world of backpacking and hiking. Each

Email

****@gmail.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

5/5

Apple Review

(US) 1

Avg Length

45 mins

16. By Land Podcast

By Land Podcast
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Welcome to the By Land Podcast! My name is Emory, and this show is all about having real, honest

Host

Emory Wanger (Male)

Producer/Network

Emory Wanger

Email

****@byland.co

Listener Type

Outdoor Enthusiasts

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.9/5

Apple Review

(US) 182

Avg Length

75 mins

17. Hiker Trash Radio

Hiker Trash Radio
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Join Doc and his guests on Hiker Trash Radio, the outdoor adventure podcast that takes you on a myriad of

Host

Doc (Male)

Producer/Network

Doc, Bleav

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Environmental Activists, Outdoor Enthusiasts, Nature Lovers

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.8/5

Apple Review

(US) 136

Avg Length

43 mins

18. Backpacking & Blisters: A Hiking, Backpacking, and Adventure Show

Backpacking & Blisters: A Hiking, Backpacking, and Adventure Show
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Backpacking and hiking tips and tales...with a sense of humor. This is your one-stop show for backpacking,

Hosts

Carl Mandrioli (Male), Derek Sommerville (Male)

Producer/Network

Carl Mandrioli, Bleav

Email

****@gmail.com

Listener Type

Storytellers, Travel Enthusiasts, Adventure Seekers

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.6/5

Apple Review

(US) 315

Avg Length

47 mins

19. Live Ultralight Podcast | Backpacking, Travel, and Adventure

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The Live Ultralight Podcast is all about inspiring you to get outdoors and teaching you how to lighten your

Hosts

Tayson Whittaker (Male), Brigham Crane (Male), Tyler Condie (Male)

Producer/Network

Outdoor Vitals

Email

****@outdoorvitals.com

Listener Type

Environmentalists, Outdoor Enthusiasts, Nature Lovers

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.8/5

Apple Review

(US) 344

Avg Length

60 mins

20. Happy Camper Radio

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The Happy Camper Radio Show is a family oriented camping podcast. Our focus is on building and maintaining

Hosts

Skip Huber (Male), Daniel Pitts (Male)

Producer/Network

Skip Huber

Email

****@happycamperradio.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.7/5

Apple Review

(US) 39

Avg Length

28 mins

21. Hike

Hike
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Hike is a podcast that shares the stories of people and places that inspire us to explore, wander, and live.

Host

Lori Prima (Female)

Producer/Network

Lori Prima

Email

****@gmail.com

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

4.7/5

Apple Review

(US) 67

Avg Length

45 mins

22. Common Land

Common Land
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Common Land explores the creation stories behind protected areas. In each season of the show, we take a deep

Producer/Network

The Wild Lens Collective & Radio Boise

Email

****@wildlensinc.org

Estimated listeners

Most Listeners in

United States

Apple Rating

5/5

Apple Review

(US) 16

Avg Length

21 mins