I have carried a lot of different rifles when back-packing, but the one that is still a favorite with me may be odd there days for the purpose. But it's still one I like to take.
The M-1 Garand.
I sling it to carry, or I break it down and put the 2 pieces in the pact at times. I have carried it a lot in the last 35 years on many back-country pack trips in high country and steep mountains.
Most folks look for something short and light --- and I have done that too, but I still have to say the M-1 is my favorite packing rifles.
