Marmot Sun-Protective Fabric Hiking Pants

Clothing designed to offer sun protection can prevent cancer, skin damage and more. Learn what UPF ratings mean, what features UPF clothing should have and more.

Learn how to prepare for rain when you go hiking: Get tips on gear to bring, how to keep it dry and special concerns for wet-weather hikers.

With the right mindset, a rainy backpacking trip can be fun. Get tips on wet-weather risks and gear, and how to keep things dry.