# Backpacking Merit Badge

- Eagle-required: No
- Category: Hobbies
- Official requirements: https://www.scouting.org/merit-badges/backpacking/
- Pamphlet: https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/Merit_Badge_ReqandRes/Pamphlets/Backpacking.pdf
- Last synced from scouting.org: 2026-03-29
- Requirements: https://merit-badge.university/merit-badges/backpacking/requirements/index.md
- Digital Resource Guide: https://merit-badge.university/merit-badges/backpacking/guide/index.md

Complete Scouting America Backpacking merit badge requirements. Learn wilderness first aid, trip planning, gear selection, and navigation skills to earn this merit badge.