Los mejores filtros de agua para mochileros de 2024

Everyone exploring the backcountry needs water, but staying hydrated is not as simple as drinking straight from streams and lakes. To protect against protozoa, bacteria, and even viruses, there is a wide range of water filtration and purification systems built specifically for backpacking (many options on this list are great for day hiking, trail running, and travel, too). We've been testing water filters on backcountry adventures near and far since 2018, and our 18 current favorites below include everything from ultralight squeeze filters and chemical drops to pumps and large-quantity gravity filters. For more background information, see our comparison table and buying advice below the picks.

Continue reading to learn about their favorite water filters, written by Jenny Abegg and Maddie Downie.

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Senior Editor (Former)
Jenny Abegg and Maddie Downie

Jenny Abegg
Expertise & Background
Topics of Expertise: Climbing, mountaineering, trail running, hiking and backpacking, backcountry skiing
Education: Masters in Education
Years of Writing: 9
Years of Gear Testing: 9
Certifications: PCGI certified Lead Guide
Club or Association Memberships: American Alpine Club, Access Fund, Austrian Alpine Club
Previous Publications: Climbing Magazine, Alpinist, Sidetracked, Adventure Journal, REI Co-op Journal

Menciones en los medios de comunicación

Sawyer’s picaridin lotion lasts a long time, stores well in survival kits and cars, and doesn’t have the laundry-list poison control label like DEET sprays.

Sean Gold
Founder & Lead Writer

Menciones en los medios de comunicación

Secure a small loop of cord to a trekking pole to create a convenient place to hang a water bladder and filter water.

Nathan Pipenberg
Escritor

Menciones en los medios de comunicación

It contains 20 percent picaridin, a powerful insect repellent that will make nights around the campfire much more enjoyable.

Liz Provencher
Freelane Writer