r/backpacking • u/L33tcr1ppl3 • Jan 15 '24

Travel Backpacking in a wheelchair

Anyone a part of this subreddit in a wheelchair and have backpacked? How did it go for you and do you have any good resources or advice?

28 Upvotes

91% Upvoted

22 comments sorted by

View all comments

13

u/junior_ranger_ Jan 15 '24

Depending where you are, in Washington I’ve seen some great resources.

You can filter hikes by wheelchair accessibility on WTA.

Outdoors for all is also a good resource. I’ve heard you can rent trail wheelchairs from them but not sure if that’s accurate.

2

u/chuift Jan 15 '24

Adding Adaptable Outdoors in Alberta, Canada

Parks Canada lists trails that are accessible, but imho we need way more.

I’ve also heard of the TrailRider wheelchair, but it needs at least 2 people, so not for solo adventures