Whether you’re a seasoned trekker or looking to start winter hiking for the first time, there’s lots to consider before setting foot on the trail during the cold months. Whereas summer hikes may feel ...

In many ways, winter hiking is quite similar to warm-weather hiking. In both cases, you’ll need proper hiking boots, appropriate clothing and a water bottle to keep you hydrated. The only difference ...

The boot is constructed with a full-grain leather upper with a rubber wrap-around band that extends high enough on the boot to ensure plenty of waterproof coverage when walking in wet, snowy ...

Cold weather doesn’t have to keep you inside all winter long—instead of staying cooped up, you just need to get creative. The best winter hiking gear allows you to stay on your favorite trails no ...

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This story was originally published in December 2022. With ice cleats strapped to my boots, I hiked up an icy, snowy mountain in the Moosehead Region a couple of days ago. My sole companion was my dog ...

Derek Debruin walks on reactive and loose snow in Provo Canyon. Reactive snow can lead to avalanches. (Forecast - Utah Avalanche Center) A Utah search and rescue team member and other outdoor experts ...

There’s an eerie silence that comes with winter hiking. As I ascended the Devil’s Path trail in New York’s Catskills one frigid March, I could hear nothing aside from the sound of my own breathing, ...

Camping and hiking in winter has plenty of positives: fewer crowds, unique scenery, and perhaps even different wildlife viewing opportunities than in warmer months. However, there are more precautions ...