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

The Backpacker

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

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10/29/2026

Countdown is ON 🎿❄️🏔️ to our biggest sale of the year!
Storewide savings plus it’s Halloween 🎃so you know we will have face painting, pumpkin crafts, and a sip and shop.

Come early, bring the family and gear up for your next adventure!!

10/28/2026

10/27/2026

Our biggest sale of the year is HERE! ⭐️
Our Winter Adventure Sale is this Saturday Halloween morning starting at 9 am in all three stores! 🎃 🍂
Come shop store wide savings, door busters, and some great gear to get you ready for your next adventure. ⛷️⛺️🥾
We’re also celebrating with face painting, costume contests, and refreshments!

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!

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

Website

https://www.backpackeroutdoors.com/

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