I was a backcountry ranger in the Ansel Adams, John Muir & Sequoia-Kings Canyon Natl Park, Rocky Mtn Natl Park, & Isle Royale Natl Park. Many people come through in kilts - usually canvas, not high quality wool. I have even encountered people nordic skiing in kilts (even while it is snowing). Always a pleasure to see a kilted hiker.

Be sure to wear a belt (over the top edge of the kilt) to protect the kilt. The hip support, both external and internal frame, tend to wear a bit on the rear top edge.

All kinds of comments and compliments from people you encounter while hiking in a kilt with a backpack.