EXP · MEDAL · EXPLORATION
Backpacker
Visit PokéStops. Extreme grind · XP + avatar items.
TIER REQUIREMENTS
Bronze
100
Visit PokéStops
Silver
1,000
Visit PokéStops
Gold
2,000
Visit PokéStops
Platinum
50,000
Visit PokéStops
01 · BEST WAY TO GRIND · BACKPACKER
How to grind the Backpacker medal fast
Tip 1
Every spin counts, including duplicates on the same stop the next day.
Tip 2
Daily streak bonuses (7-day catch + spin) give you 7 spins guaranteed per week as a floor.
Tip 3
Routes (Expert Navigator) push you past stops you would not normally spin.
02 · RELATED · STACK YOUR PROGRESS
Medals that pair with Backpacker
FAQ · COMMON QUESTIONS
What does the Backpacker medal do?
Backpacker grants XP and unlocks themed avatar items on every tier-up — Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. It does not change in-game mechanics.
How many visit pokéstops are needed for Platinum Backpacker?
Platinum requires 50,000. Gold is 2,000, Silver is 1,000, and Bronze unlocks at 100.
What is the fastest way to grind the Backpacker medal?
Every spin counts, including duplicates on the same stop the next day.
Track this in-app
Hundo Hunter Pro projects your tier-up dates based on your 7-day rolling activity.