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Article · 25 Jun 2026

The John Muir Trail: a complete planning guide

The John Muir Trail (JMT) is one of the world's great long-distance treks and North America's best-known mid-distance wilderness hiking route. Running for 216 miles through the...

Article · 1 Jun 2026

Trekking in the Indian Himalayas: a complete planning guide

Uttarakhand is not somewhere you visit to tick something off a list. It is a region of deep river valleys, forested slopes, high bugyals (alpine meadows) and glaciated peaks where...

Article · 27 Apr 2026

In conversation with Brian Furze: trekking in the Indian Himalayas

From sacred pilgrimage routes to remote glacier valleys, trekking in Uttarakhand offers far more than dramatic mountain scenery. In this conversation, Brian Furze reflects on...

Article · 17 Feb 2026

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Article · 1 Dec 2025

Gifts for every kind of hiker

Are you looking for the perfect gift for the hiker in your life? Whether it’s for Christmas, a birthday, or just because, these carefully chosen titles offer something for everyone. From honing navigation skills to discovering remote bothies,...

Article · 12 Aug 2025

Walking together: a conversation with HF Holidays

We caught up with Hannah Myers from HF Holidays to talk about their century-long passion for connecting people with the outdoors. From welcoming first-time walkers to leading...

Article · 24 Jul 2025

Trekking the Annapurna: everything you need to know

The Annapurna region, a jewel of the Himalayas, offers one of the most captivating trekking experiences on Earth. Unlike a solitary peak, the Annapurnas form a sprawling massif...

Article · 23 Jul 2025

A guide to trekking in the Himalayas: Everest, K2 and the Annapurna

The Himalayas stretch for approximately 2400 kilometres between the Indian subcontinent and the Tibetan plateau. With such great magnitude and much to consider, including altitude...

Feature · 1 May 2025

Hiking trails accessible by public transport - everything you need to know

Thru-hikes can be especially difficult to plan due to the logistics of getting to the start point and then back from the endpoint, especially when travelling solo by car. However,...

Article · 28 Apr 2025

International trails easily accessible by public transport

Exploring the world’s great hiking trails doesn’t have to mean hiring private shuttles or organising complicated transfers. In this guide, we’ve picked international trails...

Article · 20 Mar 2025

Mountains of contrast: exploring Toubkal and the Atlas Mountains

Just a short flight from Europe, Morocco’s Atlas Mountains offer an experience unlike any other—where soaring peaks meet centuries-old traditions, and the vibrant energy of...

Article · 13 Feb 2025

Hiking in Toubkal National Park: everything you need to know

Toubkal National Park, in Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains, is a must-visit for hikers, with the famous Mount Toubkal summit as the main highlight. In this article, we take a look...

Article · 12 Feb 2025

Discover the PCT: one of the world’s most iconic long-distance hiking trails

The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) offers a 2,650-mile journey through some of North America's most stunning landscapes, with challenges and rewards at every turn. If you plan to...

Article · 6 Feb 2025

An introduction to hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)

The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is one of the most iconic long-distance hiking trails in the world, stretching 2,650 miles from the Mexican border in California to the Canadian...

Article · 4 Feb 2025

PCT experience: what it’s like to hike the Pacific Crest Trail

We sat down with David Jordan to chat about his experience hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, one of the most iconic long-distance hikes in the world. David shared his insights on...

Focus · 18 Nov 2024

Pilgrim Trails - what you need to know

Historically, pilgrims walked to religious sites as part of both physical and spiritual journeys, and now, these trails have become increasingly popular with walkers who want to travel in the pilgrims' footsteps. From the beautiful towns and...

Focus · 12 Sept 2024

Best challenge treks around the world

For the seasoned trekker seeking a true test of endurance, challenge treks offer a thrilling combination of stunning landscapes and demanding terrains. From the rugged ridges of the Cambrian Way in Wales to the windswept shores of John O'Groats in...

Article · 11 Sept 2023

An Introduction to Tasmania’s Overland Track

What do you picture when you think of Australia? Sunshine, beaches and a whopping big red rock? Well, there’s a lesser-known Australia, one of glacier-carved valleys, vast...

Article · 15 Feb 2023

Skills session - using a compass

Cicerone author and navigation expert Pete Hawkins shares his knowledge and experience on how to successfully and safely navigate at home and abroad. The compass. A humble instrument that is probably in the rucksack of most outdoor adventurers, from...

Article · 15 Feb 2023

Skills sessions – using a map

Cicerone author and navigation expert Pete Hawkins shares his knowledge and experience on how to successfully and safely navigate at home and abroad. It goes without saying, doesn’t it, that whenever you go out for a walk, ride or run, you take a...