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 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.
Hiking Tips
The best hiking tips and advice for anyone looking to hike past their local park onto neighborhood trail.
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
Useful tips and advice for cooking and eating on the trail, plus where to find and purify water.
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
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
How to Store Food When Camping in Bear Country
With their super keen sense of smell, bears are attracted to pretty much anything that smells interesting.
So how do you keep them away? Find out >>
How To Avoid Bears and Other Safety Tips for Hikers
It is well known the smell of food will entice neighborhood bears to your campsite.
But what else should you do to keep them away from your campsite?
What Muscles Does Hiking Work? The Answer May Surprise You
Naturally, the muscles worked hiking include the quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, glutes, and hip muscles.
But you may be surprised what else gets a workout
What Type of Water Filter is Right for You?
Water filter equipment is essential to ensure clean drinking water when exploring the wilderness.
But with so many different types, which should you choose?
Hiking With Your Dog: 8 Useful Dog-Friendly Tips
Hiking with your dog is a fun and adventurous way to spend time together.
Here are some tips on how to enjoy the trails with your pooch that little bit more
How to Take Better Hiking Photos With Just Your Smartphone
Ever wanted to take awesome hiking pictures or camping photos that you see on Instagram and Facebook?
You can, with just your cell phone. Find out more >>
5 Tips for Hiking Lightweight
Lightweight Hiking can see you going from lugging a 50lb pack to a 20lb pack, but it takes a considerable shift in mindset.
Find out more >>
9 Hiking Blunders to Avoid
To avoid common hiking blunders you should always think about what you need and what you should take care of beforehand.
Find out more >>
How to Stay Hydrated
How hard is it to drink all the water that you need for any given day? You typically need 12 cups per day.
So here are some tips to stay well hydrated >>
7 Unwritten Rules of the Hiking Trail
There are a number of largely unwritten rules of the hiking trail that keeps life on the trails working well.
We go into 7 of the most common here >>
Hiking Food Tips: 4 Useful Tips for the Hiking Trails
Hiking food tips make it easier to plan the wilderness nutrition to match the length, intensity, and difficulty of the planned hike.
Find out more >>
5 Best Hiking Trips for Beginners in Southern California
Southern California is rich in beautiful scenery and perfect landscape to provide a wide choice of hiking trips for beginners.
Find out more >>