The Best Backpacking Water Filters For Safe Sips From Streams, Rivers, And Lakes

Reliable access to clean drinking water is essential when you're miles from the nearest trailhead or paddling along a remote river. While clear streams and alpine lakes might look pristine, they can still harbor harmful bacteria, protozoa or viruses that could sideline your trip with illness.

That's where the best backpacking water filters come in. These compact, lightweight water purification devices aim to safely remove contaminants from natural water sources, giving you peace of mind with every sip during a weekend hike or a multi-day trek.

Continue reading about the best water filters for backpacking, written by Meg Carney.

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May 27, 2025

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メグ・カーニーは『Field & Stream 』のスタッフライター。Outdoor Minimalist』の著者であり、『Outdoor Minimalist』ポッドキャストのホストを務めるカーニーは、6年以上にわたってアウトドアと環境のライターとして活躍している。ミネソタ州ダルースでコミュニケーションアートと文学を学んだ後、アウトドア業界でさまざまな仕事を経験し、やがて現在のフリーライターとしてのキャリアに至る。カーニーは2021年秋、ギアライターとしてField & Streamチームに加わった。

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