My Favorite GROCERY STORE BACKPACKING FOOD | Cheap & Easy HIKING SNACKS From Costco

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thanks for watching! What are some of your favorite snacks to take hiking and backpacking? Also, should I go back and get another bag of the mini almond cakes? Asking for a friend!

[@hannahcollins1816]

Treat yo'self!

[@TheHungryHiker]

@@hannahcollins1816 Heck yes!!!

[@KenFernbach]

Why not? Go for it and enjoy!😂❤

[@pauletteramage8956]

not only should you go back for one, but for a few extra bags! they look like great additions and personally i steer clear of chocolate on the trail though its yummy i've had multiple messes with it. One nice treat i've taken skiing or winter hiking is yogurt or chocolate covered expresso beans as they give you some sweet, crunch and some pep if your lacking, they also go well with nuts and dried fruit.

[@georgecooper5310]

Go for the second bag of almond cakes Kathleen. The look of pure delight on your face says go back😀

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thank you! I think I will go back for that second bag.

[@shannonr9689]

One snack I love to bring is oil cured olives because they don’t need refrigeration and have big flavor. A mix of oil cured olives and the super small grape tomatoes last for 3 days easily. So good!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Yum! Great suggestion!

[@HummerGirl88]

If you put pb on both slices, then jelly, it keeps it from soaking through & making it messy. I have Celiac Disease, so I have to make my own 😁

[@TheHungryHiker]

Great suggestion. Thank you!

[@goodandgreen]

Parmesan whisps! One ingredient: cheese, freeze dried!

[@TheHungryHiker]

I'll be on the look out for those. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@charlesbeal1402]

@@TheHungryHiker Stay away from the Pizza flavored ones, they don't taste very good. The Parmesan Whisps are good.

[@jeffg3895]

Love the Whisps! They were on sale for $6.99 per bag, limit of 6 per day. I have 24 bags in my garage in preparation for my PCT thru hike this May! Super high protein too!

[@miken7629]

Wish I could go back in time and tell my mother this, she used to make PB&J sandwiches for my school lunches that were soggy by lunch, to avoid PB&J getting soggy put Peanut Butter on both slices then add the jelly, PB forms a barrier that keeps the jelly from soaking through.

[@mommy25bunnies]

mini Stroopwafels, homemade chocolate espresso brownies, snack sized gouda or brie rounds, Trader Joe's turkey summer sausage, Trader Joe's trail mix crackers (meat & cheese on these obviously!)

[@TheHungryHiker]

Yum! Great suggestions! I'm a huge fan of Trader Joes too!

[@kristalann1973]

Haha yes definitely go back! I hope they have them at my MN store!🤞Skittles are always in my backpack along with Kind bars and Nature’s Bakery Original Fig bars😋

[@TheHungryHiker]

Spoiler Alert: I weren't back this morning and got two more bags. Thank goodness because the display looked considerably smaller than when I originally came in to do my Costco hiking snacks haul.

[@sfgirly64]

thanks for the great info. . heading to Costco now ;/. . have to get those cheese sticks and almond cakes! back country, coffee and almond cake? yes please. . happy hiking!

[@gamerpoets]

I love how positive you are and that you genuinely enjoy doing what you do. I just psssed 10 years as a youtuber. I also respond to TONS of comments. The "negative people" , even while 99% of the comments are fun or positive, can really take their toll over time. Dont forget to prioritize mental health :)

[@michellelee7771]

Drool- those almond cakes look heavenly! The snacks I always look forward to: sour patch watermelon gummies, almonds, salt and pepper kettle chips and tangerines. Even tho they're heavy and take up a lot of space, the fresh citrus always tastes so good on trail. Love your videos!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Yum!!!

[@terezasmejkalova8566]

I enjoyed this video so much, thanks for putting all the prices per serving and nutritional values!! You got me excited for my next trip, many thanks 🌻

[@TheHungryHiker]

Yay! Glad you enjoyed this video and found it helpful.

[@ttjustdgaf]

Love a good Costco haul lol! You should definitely get more almond cakes 😋

[@TheHungryHiker]

I think I will. Hopefully they still have them in stock.

[@jeffhowell3911]

love your costco ideas. i use costco for my PCT hiking foods. However, you gave me some great ideas.

[@TheHungryHiker]

Awesome!!!

[@wayofthehike]

Super helpful and well thought out video. You really did your homework here! Gonna make a Costco run asap and check some of these out! Thanks for putting this info together - love it!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Glad it was helpful! Have fun shopping for hiking snacks!

[@1anita1m]

I love shopping at Costco. I always buy the things I need before a camping or backpacking trip. There are some items my local Costco doesn't carry. So, on my monthly trip to Seattle, I shop there. 😊 trader Joe's is also one of my favorite places. I've been following you for a couple of years or so and have learned a lot. I am vegan but a lot of your advice applies. Thank you so much for all your info. Much appreciated! ❤ You Rock 😊

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thank you! So happy to hear that my videos have been helpful with planning your own outdoor adventures. Costco and Trader Joes are both two of my favorite places to shop for backpacking food and hiking snacks. So many yummy options that don't break the bank.

[@AnnieGill7]

This was totally awesome! I am an avid hiker and I appreciate all of the prepackaged snacks that are good and bad for us. I don’t have a Costco near me unfortunately but Sam’s does have some of these things that are very similar! So I will go snack hiking there next time! Thank you :-) :-) :-) Happy trails. 🥾🥾🥾

[@TheHungryHiker]

Glad you enjoyed the video and it inspired some future hiking snack possibilities. Happy snacking/snack shopping!

[@memathews]

Okay, new hiking snack ideas. I'm headed to Costco on Friday to boost my hiking larder! Thanks for the fun video and ideas 😊

[@it2641]

Always enjoy your videos ❤ and you always have a ton of practical, useful info!! Glad your out there helping all of us! So happy to see someone else enjoying a good ol P&J...sigh...makes my ❤ happy😊, that and chocolate covered gummi 🐻. Keep trecking, sista

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thanks for watching!!

[@ladikmk]

I LOVE COSTCO!!! Haven't tried the Almond Cakes yet, but I do love the Madelines sold in the bread section. They're individually wrapped and heavenly. The Australian licorice bites are so good; strawberry, mango, and watermelon. Kirkland Turkey jerky is yummy good. Regarding Almond Cakes - I make my own Almond loaf and cookie. There are a ton of recipes using almond flour that are delicious. That was a great haul Kathleen. I share your joy with their hot dog/drink combo. That and the single slice of cheese pizza get me every time, plus where else can you get a bottle of water for 25 cents lol?

[@TheHungryHiker]

I've been saving almond cake and almond cookie recipes for years and haven't made a single one. I think this is part of why I was so excited to see these in Costco. One day I'll get around to making all of those recipes I've saved. Costco fans unite!!! :)

[@ralphjesseman6562]

A very good vid, those almond cakes look awesome!! Yum yum!!

[@TheHungryHiker]

I'm still debating on if I should go back and get another bag of these...They're SO GOOD!!

[@ashleyohtori]

Yeah, those almond cakes are honestly better than a lot of the financiers I've even tried from fancy bakeries. Your reaction to hoard all the almond cakes was my same reaction when I first tasted them haha.

[@TheHungryHiker]

It's always such a satisfying feeling when I take a chance on an unknown snack, especially when buying in bulk at Costco and then having it to be turn out way better than I expected. I'm going back for another bag. I just hope they still have them in stock!!

[@candacetoms4927]

Yay backpacking food!!! Those caramel s’mores clusters are SO good! I’ve got to try those almond cakes. (you definitely have to go back and get another bag 😆) I almost grabbed those chocolate covered gummy bears on my last Costco trip. I’m putting those on my list now too.

[@TheHungryHiker]

I'm always on the look out for new backpacking food and hiking snacks ideas. Costco delivered in my last hiking snacks haul! Happy to do the research so that I can help make your shopping experience easier. PS: I'm definitely going back for another bag of those mini almond cakes.

[@user-no2ei6dp2q]

Luv your Thanksgiving meal which I’ve had a couple of times!!😊

[@TheHungryHiker]

yay! Glad you like that one. It's one of my all-time favorites and super easy to put together.

[@queenanne94101]

So many good ideas for my next Costco run!! Thanks for sharing…what a great video. Hugs to you!! ❤

[@TheHungryHiker]

Yay!! Happy to help!!

[@rickd6880]

Excellent video. Excellent advice. Thank you…

[@Jljohnson0308]

In October, we are going on a 17 miles bike ride. I will definitely be adding some new snacks to our packs 😊

[@TheHungryHiker]

Awesome!

[@kriseikenbery112]

Hell yeah, get another bag! Those cakes rock!,😎🤓🤣

[@TheHungryHiker]

I think I will. They're sooooo good!

[@allisonstarend6481]

Two of my favorite Costco hiking snacks are the Aussie Bites and the Nutty And Fruity brand dried strawberries.

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@KenFernbach]

This post is giving me the munchies! ❤

[@TheHungryHiker]

Imagine how I felt editing this video. Major munchie vibes! Hahahaha!!

[@roxanne9984]

I found the smores at Costco a few weeks ago and absolutely love them. Dangerous treat. Lol

[@TheHungryHiker]

They are VERY dangerous. I can never eat just one either.

[@cherimelton9753]

Love your videos. I have come to the conclusion that I will never be able to backpack due to my dietary restrictions. So I live vicariously through your adventures Cheers!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Your dietary restrictions might not be as hard to navigate around as you think when it comes to backpacking. Maybe the prepackaged stuff might not work for you, but you can always try making your own meals and snacks. I highly recommend checking out Backcountry Foodie for tons of backpacking meal and snack options that work for all kinds of dietary restrictions. Here's a video I put together talking about how I use Backcountry Foodie to put together a meal plan for an overnight backpacking trip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJLLeqmhirNseqc

[@joanndavis4843]

I will save this video for future reference ✅️. What a good way to stop and contemplate nature with all of these yummy snacks on board (surprised gummies had 4g fiber). Another delicious Costco treat is the Churro donut holes. And it's very rare, but I too luv the inexpensive hot dog & drink. But I eat it in my car before I shop😉.

[@samuelsonpatsy]

Those s’mores clusters have me in a CHOKEHOLD right now! 🤤🤤🤤

[@TheHungryHiker]

Hahahaha!! I might have consumed of few of those s'mores caramel clusters while editing this video. ;)

[@roxanne9984]

They are so good.

[@tammyfritz4868]

Definitely go back for the almond cakes.

[@TheHungryHiker]

I sure did and got two bags!! 😀

[@nanciparoubek3256]

definitely go back for more almond cakes :) also agree with you about carrying things you want-ie get rid of that crust if you don't like it, dump the green gummy bears if you regret that they're not lime every time you eat one, it's your hike so only carry with you the things that you want

[@creedm3040]

Awesome video! Go back and get two bags! I wish I had the patience to browse so you have made my life easier ❤ Best!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thank you! I think I will go back and get another bag. I hope they still have them in stock. Glad this haul has helped make your life a little easier. Happy snacking!

[@creedm3040]

@@TheHungryHikerHave you ever tried their snack crackers? Crunch Masters? Addicting. So good! I haven’t tried the pepper jack but they look good too. Best!

[@TheHungryHiker]

@@creedm3040 Nope, I haven't yet, but I'll be on the look out for them now. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@creedm3040]

@@TheHungryHiker let me know what you think. I love your videos.

[@cindymarshall2784]

So many good suggestions! I’m really interested in the gummi electrolyte chews! I love Stinger Chews but they are $$&😏

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thank you! The Mary Ruth's Gummy Bears are super tasty. Lots of flavor, soft and really chewy. Plus they only have 3 grams of sugar. If you see them at your Costco, snag a bag. #NotSponsored

[@SlowEddie]

Wooohoo! Love these vids!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Glad you like them!

[@williamwadejr5302]

Amazon has got that brand of Landjaeger in packages of two each. They are excellent!

[@checkerspotfarm3927]

The American selection is so different than the Canadian! We do have those Korean BBQ bites here too though and they are even more amazing when added to ramen. Easiest ever level up. I also love Whisps as a great salty crunchy snack. Some more good meal bumps: full fat milk powder, French's Fried Onions, and KD Shaker Cheese.

[@arlenesolis024]

37cents cakes! Girl go back for bag nomero 2. Freeze them before you go on hike so they don’t go bad. I was just saying Costco sometimes brings products sale them cheap but they don’t come back when you said they same thing. I also do my pb and j sammies too. Cheaper!

[@TheHungryHiker]

Great idea!!! I'm definitely going back for another bag of those mini almond cakes. I just hope they're still in stock when I go in to get them.

[@NealBenson]

How long does the cheese last on the trail without refrigeration?

[@mikerandle5713]

Cool, now I just gotta join Costco.

[@TheHungryHiker]

Or find a friend who has a Costco membership and go with them. I did that for a few years before getting my own membership.

[@onlyinparadise4613]

Wild huckleberry jam? Haven’t seen that yet at Costco.

[@TheHungryHiker]

Costco can be tricky because one day they'll have something and then the next day it's gone. Plus, most Costcos will carry different items based on their region. Luckily we had huckleberry jam at my local Costco here in Missoula back in the Spring and it was delicious!

[@hannahcollins1816]

Mmmm - love Beecher's! Not sure our Costco carries them here though 😭 I grab the Chomps beef sticks - I'll have to try the mini Archer ones next time! Those KBBQ snack bites and s'mores clusters looked really good too The "don't shop when hungry" advice is possibly the most important 😂

[@TheHungryHiker]

Even when I shop at Costco on a full stomach with a list, I still come home with way more snacks than were originally on my list. And who can say no to the $1.50 hot dog + soda combo? My willpower is always tested at Costco!

[@hannahcollins1816]

@@TheHungryHiker the pizza and/or soft serve sundae get me every time... It's not even "great" pizza, but there's just something about that nostalgia factor!

[@TheHungryHiker]

@@hannahcollins1816 100% agree!!

[@pauletteramage8956]

now i need to go to costco

[@TheHungryHiker]

Looks like I do as well...for more of those mini almond cakes!

[@Dan__S]

I just gained a few pounds watching this video. And I'm super glad I watched it after I left Costco because I really didn't need to spend an extra $200 on the snackpocolypse.

[@TheHungryHiker]

Imagine how it was editing this video, knowing I had all of those snacks in my house. I've had to relocate all of these snacks to a taller shelf that requires a step ladder, just so I stop breaking into them. hahahah!!

[@adventureseeker9800]

It's funny, the one incredibly important question I was going to ask was if anyone knew if Costco still had their infamous hot dogs out front? I dropped my membership years ago and really need to renew. Their hot dogs are _HEAVEN_ That answers that question Great ideas here as regards hiking snacks

[@TheHungryHiker]

YES!! The hot dog + soda $1.50 combo is still alive and well at Costco. Go renew your membership and get yourself a hot dog!

[@Topo.On.Trail1]

OK... now I have to try those electrolyte gummies and almond cakes. Guess I'm going to Costco

[@TheHungryHiker]

Looks like I'll be going back to Costco as well...to get more of those mini almond cakes!

[@theoutdoordogandhikinggirl]

Damn, I really wish that I could go shopping for backpacking snacks and food in the States just ones. Backpacking here in the Netherlands would be so much more fun if I had that opportunity 😅 Snacks and food options here are beyond boring

[@randomrachel1480]

Umm, you’re adorable!!! XOXO

[@TheHungryHiker]

Thanks!

[@lillypatience]

I spy a small freeze dryer- I don’t see any freeze drying videos though 😢.

[@TheHungryHiker]

Yes, you did see a small freeze dryer in my kitchen. While I haven't made a dedicated video just featuring the freeze dryer on its own, it did make an appearance in my Backpacking Food on the Pacific Crest Trail video a few months back. I used it to prep a lot of my backpacking meals last year: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYiuk2CIma6mZtU

[@lillypatience]

@@TheHungryHiker thx!

[@Swimdeep]

Coincidentally, I an actually parked in the Costco parking lot right this minute…

[@TheHungryHiker]

That's hilarious and perfect timing!

[@SparkyOne549]

I used a website made by hikers to total my calories per day. It included height, weight, mph walked, elevation, miles per day etc etc, and it showed I needed 7500 calories a day. But I’m gluten free with a tree nut allergy, which cuts out so many processed foods. Costco doesn’t sell the same things monthly.

[@TheHungryHiker]

Backcountry Foodie has something similar to this on her website as well. You can check it out here: backcountryfoodie.com/hiking-calorie-calculator/aff/44/

[@SparkyOne549]

@@TheHungryHiker That’s the site I used lol

[@TheHungryHiker]

@@SparkyOne549 Backcountry Foodie is awesome!!! LOTS of great resources on the website and her recipes are 10/10!

[@kaleighbonner8980]

Love this! If you plan to make more like this in the future, showing the nutrition facts and allergen information on the back of packages can be really helpful for those with restrictive diets! Please keep making these ❤️

[@TheHungryHiker]

If you're having to navigate through a restrictive diet or have food allergies, you'll probably want to look up more detailed nutrition facts for anything you're considering eating online or look at the label at the store. I do show the labels for most of the items in this video, but this video isn't directed towards food allergies or restrictive diets. It's about my current favorite hiking snacks from Costco. :)

[@Karen-dq8nw]

The Korean BBQ bites are loaded with sugar, in case anyone wonders why they taste so good. I have to avoid Costco most of the time, until I'm just about to set out on a long trip, so that I don't start eating high calorie food! On trail though...

[@wrp3]

Id just go get another hotdog

[@TheHungryHiker]

I'd go to Costco just for the hotdog combo deal!!

[@deedle4180]

I just got off the AT after 39 days. My guess is that I lost at least 10 pounds during that time. My snacking must have been lacking. 😂

[@TheHungryHiker]

Or you were buying more calories each day than you were consuming. Most thru-hikers and even section hikers who spend a fair amount of time out on trail hiking will experience some sort of weight loss along their hike.

[@deedle4180]

It was a combination of not being hungry early on to not wanting to stop because the weather was nasty. I carried plenty of snacks. In fact I toted a Snickers bar 133 miles before I ate it. 😂 ​@TheHungryHiker

[@TheHungryHiker]

@@deedle4180 Oooff! I've been there! I never seem to be as hungry as I think I'll be whenever I start out any of my big trips and I tend to not stop for breaks as often when the weather is nasty out.

[@morgs365]

How do you keep cold food cold while backpacking? Are you hauling ice packs too?

[@deeznutz6263]

may i ask how old you are

[@TheHungryHiker]

What does my age have to do with hiking snacks from Costco? Asking for a friend. 🤷‍♀️

[@davebrown5440]

Go back

[@stellablue7609]

you totally lost me at chocolate covered gummi bears...Nasty...

[@TheHungryHiker]

Hahahaha!! They're not going to be for everybody