93: How to Pee and Poop Outside While Hiking

How do you go to the bathroom while you’re out hiking? Surprisingly, this is one of the most common questions we get!

In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we’re diving into the nitty-gritty of how to handle bathroom breaks on the trail. Tune in for some handy tips on relieving yourself in the great outdoors—with a sprinkle of potty humor!

In this episode, we discuss: 

• Key things to keep in mind when peeing outdoors
• The cardinal rule for peeing and pooping in nature
• Rules that will keep you out of a bad situation
• Our best tips for managing poop while out on the trail

We hope these bathroom tips keep you prepared for your next adventure—and that they give you the tools you need to only get dirt in your shoes and nothing else! 

Don’t forget your task for this week! Head over to the Dirt in My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page and find the photo of my ziploc bag system. Leave your questions in the comments, or drop some extra potty jokes for John to enjoy!

For a full summary of this episode, links to things we mentioned, and free resources/deals to get your trip planning started, check out the full show notes here.