Hiking Articles

Most of us know how to get from point a to point b. And hiking is not just taking a leisurely walk in the woods. There is much more to hiking. Here are some articles that may help to make your hike more enjoyable.

 

The Ten Essentials

MDelays or changes in weather can cause emergencies. Even on short day hikes, each person should take and know how to use these items: read more...

 

Leave No Trace

The following backcountry travel tips are based on principles developed by the national "Leave No Trace" program. For more details, contact LNT...read more...

 

Hiking Backpack Tips

Many of hiking lovers may have problems about they could not manage to organize their backpack effectively. As hiking require minimum weight to enable hiker to have most comfortable during hiking. Some of hiking... read more...

 

Hiking Tips You Haven't Heard Before

Do you need these hiking tips? You do if you ever get blisters or twisted ankles or knee pain. In fact, I stopped getting blisters at all over ten years ago. More on that in a moment. First, lets look at some basic... read more...

 

Tips for Carrying the Right Hiking Clothes

Hiking clothes share a lot of common purposes with normal everyday clothing. While clothing in general is supposed to keep you warm, dry, and protected, the purpose of hiking clothes is about the same, but with... read more...

 

What are the health benefits of hiking

Today more and more people, especially in Europe and America, are adopting hiking and trekking as a major outdoor event. Not only in these countries, but the trend of hiking and trekking is also increasing in many... read more...

 

What you may want to bring with you on your next hiking adventure

Are you interested in going on a fun filled hiking adventure? If you are, you are definitely not alone. In the United States, a large number of individuals enjoy hiking, often whenever they get the chance to do so... read more...

 

Northwest Hiking: Hiking The Coast And The Mountains Of Oregon

Hiking is one of Pacific Northwest outdoor enthusiast's favorite activities. Oregon and SW Washington offer an incredible variety of forests, parks and national monuments ready for exploration and appreciation. Hikers... read more...

 

Take A Hike

Hiking is an endeavor that a person can undertake that can fill so many voids and do so many positive things for you and your body. This hobby or sport, however you want to classify it, is something that everybody... read more...

 

Be smart, be safe. Come back

Hiking can be dangerous. Know your limits. The information provided on NWHikes is for informational purposes only. Be sure to check other sources and know the conditions when you venture out on your hike. Remember, you are responsible for your safety.

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