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I spent 5 days in the Great Smoky Mountains with just a backpack.: Here are 9 items I'm glad I packed and 1 thing I didn't need.
A backpack was all Business Insider's reporter needed for a five-day trip to the Great Smoky Mountains.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderI traveled to the Great Smoky Mountains in 2023 and packed just a backpack. I was glad I brought layers, my camera, and a. physical copy of a good book. I wish I had left my iPad behind.I usually travel with just a backpack. From short trips to two-week adventures, I find it's easiest to get around and keep track of my belongings when I pack light. But my five-day trip to the Great Smoky Mountains in April 2023 was my first time backpacking in a natural environment, so I called in an expert's help. I worked with Millie Bentley, a capsule-wardrobe stylist, to pack as efficiently as possible.Bentley helped me select the ideal attire for hiking, camping, and exploring nearby towns. on foot with a rainy forecast, all while taking photos.Looking back, I had everything I needed for this trip, thanks to my previous experiences and Bentley's suggestions. But there's one thing I barely used that I wish I had left behind for this nature getaway: my iPad.In April 2023, I took a five-day trip to the Great Smoky Mountains with just a backpack.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderFrom toiletries to camera gear, I had everything I needed for my trip's activities, from hiking to camping. Looking back, though, I could have packed even lighter.One of the most important things I packed was a raincoat because, for the majority of my trip, it was pouring outside.The author braces the rain.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderI wore a light puffer jacket under a hard-shell raincoat with a large, adjustable hood and Velcro straps to cinch the sleeves at my wrists, keeping my inner layers dry.With rain and cool temperatures in the mornings and evenings, I was glad I brought layers that I could take off when it got warmer.The author brought two jackets.Joey Hadden/Business. InsiderSince it was raining most of the time, packing layers made of thin, moisture-wicking materials that dried quickly made my trip easier.When it came to toiletries, body wipes and a rag were essential.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderFrom my face to my fingers, my skin was coated in dirt after spending time in nature.These items especially came in handy when I went out to eat after hiking, camping, or being out in the rain.To keep myself hydrated, I brought a reusable water bottle.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderI had plenty of opportunities to refill it at campsites and in nearby towns. Plus, I was able to keep track of how much water I was drinking.For shoes, I was glad I only packed one pair of water-resistant trainers.The author brought neutral water resistant trainersJoey Hadden/Business InsiderI wore black trainers because they go with every outfit.The Great Smoky Mountains are unsurprisingly full of dramatic landscapes, so I thought my camera was worth making room for.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderI took hundreds of photos documenting my whole trip, from waking up in a cozy cabin to falling asleep at a glamping resort.I also found the natural scenes to be inspiring and thought-provoking, so bringing a journal was a smart move.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderBy the end of the trip, my journal was nearly full of scene descriptions, anecdotes, and lessons learned.A really good paperback helped me unplug and avoid screen time during my trip.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderGetting lost in a physical book always helps me relax. I brought a book about travel to keep me excited about my adventures.But with nature all around me, I should have left my iPad behind.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderWhile it came in handy on the plane, I hardly used my iPad otherwise.During my trip,. I was impressed with myself for having everything I needed.The author stands in front of the mountain view from the balcony.Joey Hadden/Business InsiderAnd next time I'm on a nature getaway, I'll leave the extra electronics behind.Read the original article on Business Insider
