Hiking is a fun and adventurous activity that allows you to explore the great outdoors. However, if you’re a beginner, it’s important to have the right gear to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. They say the journey of a thousand steps begins with just one. And if you're someone who is new to the world of hiking, you may ...

My partner and I are lucky: We live within walking distance of a trailhead. After we felt as if we’d traversed every block in our neighborhood early on during lockdown, we finally took advantage of ...

Backpacking can be intimidating. You have to haul all your food, water and shelter into the backcountry and sleep there — but you are self-sufficient! You are carrying everything you need on your back ...

Whether you're a seasoned hiker returning from a hiatus or lacing up your first pair of hiking boots, getting out on the trail can be exhilarating and a bit daunting. No matter your hiking background, ...

It's possible to experience the majesty of the Himalayas without breaking a sweat: Uttarakhand's Kumaon Hills offer routes ...

Normally at this time of the year, I am hustling along some absurdly long trail, trying to get from one end of the country to another at three miles per hour. But my wife and hiking partner, Tina, ...

Hiking year-round, even in winter, isn’t impossible. In fact, the solitude of a hiking trail in January and February offers its own kind of restorative perks — but being prepared is key. As an avid ...

As the snow melts and summer wildflowers bloom, Colorado hikers are ready for this season’s outdoor adventures. While the options range from easy to moderate to hard, the scenery alone provides ...

I like to go backpacking. Backpacking is when you hike and carry a backpack with all your supplies. Everything you carry in, you have to carry out. Preparing to go backpacking requires work. You have ...