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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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👋
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!
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!
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! 🎣 🌅
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!
TOMORROW IS THE DAY!!
☀️ Summer Parking Lot Sale ☀️
9 AM in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Northshore!
30-75% off great gear PLUS check out all of our new tailgate collection! 🐅🌶️⚜️🌊🐆
08/19/2026
THIS SATURDAY @ 9 am 📣
Up to 75% off gear, apparel, and shoes for your next outdoor adventure! Stop by and say hi in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Northshore👋🏼
COME EARLY, LEAVE HAPPY🛻
Ride the Bull 15 is 2 weeks away in Grand Isle. This thing has been the world’s largest kayak fishing rodeo for over 10 years! When Capt Danny started this thing he said that he wanted it to be the Woodstock of Kayak fishing - and it is. The highlight of Louisiana fishing & the kayaking community. Come see us Ride The Bull Kayak Rodeo August 28 & 29!
08/05/2026
📣 For a limited time!
We couldn’t believe how fast these went but we just restocked a few more in each store! Limited time Backpacker embroidered canvas tote bags in store now with a $300+ purchase! Get them while we have them!*
*while supplies last, instore only 😊
Backpack✅
Water bottle check✅
Lunchbox✅
Pirate gold✅
Teddy and Shepherd are ready for the school year. 🎒 Swing by and get a FREE Backpacker t-shirt with backpack purchase!
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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 |