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Hiking Hints, Tips and Info

If you are looking to get into hiking, then this is the section for you.

Find useful hints and tips, helpful advice from food and water to fitness, bear safety, and some tips to help beginners start enjoying the sport of hiking.

beginner hiking tips

Beginner Hiking Tips

Hiking is a great way to get away from it all. It's also a great way to exercise and enjoy the rewards of nature at its finest.

hiking tips

Hiking Tips

The best hiking tips and advice for anyone looking to hike past their local park onto neighborhood trail.

hiking fitness

Hiking Fitness

Learn how to get fit for hiking. Find out what exercises you should do and which tips will help you prepare your body for a long hike in the woods.

food & water for hiking

Food & Water for Hiking

Useful tips and advice for cooking and eating on the trail, plus where to find and purify water.

hiking safety

Hiking Safety Tips

Learn how to stay safe hiking and have the best outdoor adventure of your life. We cover everything from first aid kits, navigation tips, and preparing for rain.

HIKING FAQS

Hiking FAQs

If you’re new to hiking and planning a hike in the wilderness, you’ll properly have one or two questions that could benefit from an answer.

Latest Posts

Tips for Hiking Alone in Safety

How To Go Solo Backpacking – A Guide to hiking Alone

The experience of hiking alone can be absolutely magical as long as you plan for safety.

Here are seven tips for hiking alone in safety >>

May 30, 2021

How To Get Into Hiking

How to Get Into Hiking

Ever thought “I really like the idea of hiking but I don’t have a clue as to how to get into hiking and ensure that I’m doing it right.”?

Then Read On >>

May 25, 2021

Is Hiking Good Exercise?

Is Hiking Good Exercise? We look at the facts

Here are ten good reasons why hiking in nature is not only good exercise but can benefit your health and well-being too.

Find out more >>

May 25, 2021

Tips for Successful Beginner Hikes

10 Tips for Successful Beginner Hikes

Hiking is a really accessible way for people of all fitness levels to get some exercise.

So follow these tips get out on the trails >>

May 25, 2021

How to Choose a Water Bottle

How to Choose a Hiking Water Bottle

A hiking water bottle is a must-have piece of kit when out on the trails.

But what should you look for when deciding to buy one? Find out here >>

May 25, 2021