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The Backpacker The Backpacker inspires adventure through education, experience and exceptional gear. The Backpacker is Louisiana's premier outfitter since 1974!

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JOIN OUR TEAM! ⛺️ 🌲 🌞 Love the outdoors, great people and the best gear? Apply with the link in bio! 👀 Hiring in Baton ...
10/14/2026

JOIN OUR TEAM! ⛺️ 🌲 🌞

Love the outdoors, great people and the best gear? Apply with the link in bio!

👀 Hiring in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Northshore for Sales Leads, Sales Associates, and Seasonal Gift Wrappers!

10/07/2026

Lots of new gear (like ski and hiking gear and apparel ⛷️ 🥾) this week including our new
Reusable Canvas Tote Gear Hauler!

It’s embroidered, has a front pocket and holds a ton of stuff. Coming this week to all locations.

09/30/2026

What we mean when we say since 1974 🏕️🥾🌅
We’ve grown so much and have loved outfitting our community for adventure for decades.
Thank you for shopping local we are proud to be here!

09/25/2026

NEW fall this week
🍁 Flannels + sun shirts
🍁 Poncho in fall colors
🍁 Restock on Turtlebox colors (including the Saints edition!)

Open 9-6 tomorrow and 12-5 on Sunday! Come gear up for your weekend! 🥾 ⛺️ 🍻

09/23/2026

Jonnie O in LAFAYETTE has dropped and it’s gonna be great!

☀️ Sun protecting and moisture wicking- this collection is great for tailgating and golf.

Come say hey to Jack in Lafayette and he might make a joke and give you a refreshment! 🍻

09/18/2026

What makes a great gear shop? It’s in the details (and the people ✨) 🗺️🍻⛺️
Pop by this weekend and check out our new fall gear for your adventures. Can’t wait to see you wave👋

09/09/2026

NEW this week ⚡️ we’ve got some fall styles coming in, refreshed camping supplies, and new tailgate ready apparel for your next adventures. Come see us in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Northshore!

THIS SATURDAY ⚡️We are teaming up with our friends Grandstands to kick off the season with you!! Come hang out with us, ...
09/03/2026

THIS SATURDAY ⚡️
We are teaming up with our friends Grandstands to kick off the season with you!! Come hang out with us, enter to win some some prizes, and grab a tailgate exclusive purple and yellow Backpacker coozie 🤙🏼 see you there!

In the meantime- shop the Geauxts Polo in Baton Rouge, Lafayette and Northshore!

08/31/2026

This was our 15th Ride The Bull Kayak Rodeo and we had a blast! Thanks for everyone who stopped by and hung out with us at the tent- we can’t wait to see y’all again next year.

Shop us in store and online for your next fishing trip! 🎣 🌅

We’ve got tons of outdoor events coming up and we’d love to hang out with you! Share and save it!! THIS WEEKEND: Ride Th...
08/28/2026

We’ve got tons of outdoor events coming up and we’d love to hang out with you! Share and save it!!
THIS WEEKEND: Ride The Bull Kayak Rodeo 🎣 AND Ducks Unlimited Franklin Golf Tournament ⛳️
Got cool outdoor events? Let us know. We’re in 📆
Shop out new outdoor gear for all your adventures this weekend in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Northshore or online!

Address

7656 JEFFERSON Highway
Baton Rouge, LA
70809

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+12259252667

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