A low cost way to explore is hiking. Hikers are one of the main trends in travel this year. It is a great way to vacation because of the scenery and trail neighbors.
It is now easier to spend long periods of time hiking all over the world due to the improved gear. What are the new things in hiking this year? All you need to know is new trails, the latest hiking gear and classics.
There are eight of the world's most epic hikes.
New routes are being opened to accommodate trekkers as more people head to the trails.
The peaks of the Southeast are a great place to go if you want to see an endless mountainscape and thick forests. The new 343-mile loop connects a series of pre-existing trails in the region for a multi day hike through the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee.
There is a new hiking trail in the US.
Hikers can go through Armenia on the Trans Caucasian Trail. The trail goes through terrain from volcanic mountains to green hills. Along the way hikers will find ancient monasteries and remote villages.
Trekking in Georgia is done by tower-house trails.
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Montana has a new route that goes 1662 miles. The Montana Trail 406 is a new way to see the best parts of the state. The trail leads to secluded hot springs, a historic ghost town, and less visited National Forests.
There are two amazing itineraries to visit Montana's Glacier National Park.
Alpine lakes, picturesque village and dense forests are found in Switzerland. The country's dramatic landscapes, as well as a slew of cultural sites from castles to medieval villages, can be experienced through this trail.
It's time for your guide to ViaBerna.
Two new hiking routes are offered by the Baltic Trails.
There are two trails, the Baltic Coastal Trail and the Forest Trail. The topography of all three countries is vastly different. You can either go to the Baltic Coastal Trail or the Forest Trail for more greenery and forest views.
You can explore the forests of the Baltics on a trail.
Tyler "Mac" Fox of Halfway Anywhere shared three gear trends he's been seeing this year with us.
Pack like a pro for a backpacking trip.
A lot of hikers have been wearing long sleeves this summer. The sunhoody is the best top to wear during the warmer months. The long sleeve shirts are made with UV protection in mind and have a lightweight option that covers exposed skin.
You should not stack rocks on a hike. This is why.
Every hiker seems to be wearing a hip pack or waist pack on the trail. The pack is lightweight and has the ability to wear a backpack. The ease of grabbing a snack, water filter, or cell phone is what makes these packs so useful.
I walked the Portuguese way. This is what it was like.
Long have brand names have been a factor in gear selection. As design and materials for hiking gear advance at an accelerated pace, hikers are more interested in the materials than the company making the product. The result is a cottage industry that has popped up specializing in niche gear trends.
There is a new hiking trail that goes from coast to coast in Italy.
New trails and old trails are both opening this year.
The Great Walks are close to reach for non-locals after New Zealand reopened to international tourism. The country's best landscape is offered by the renowned walks. One of the 10 Great Walks can take you to the mountains, beaches or forest scenery of the country.
Is it possible to hike New Zealand's great walks? A new hike will come soon.
One of three long-distance hikes that are considered the "Triple Crown" of US long-distance hiking is the Trail from Georgia to Maine. There has been a 10% increase in self- reported thru-hikers as of June this year. The multi-month journey is becoming a bucket list goal of distance hikers who want to experience the varied landscapes of the East Coast.
One hiker conquered the trail for the first time.
This September, the Trans Bhutan Trail will be open for international visitors. The route was used for commerce, travel and pilgrimages until it was closed in the 1960's. Bhutan's natural treasures will be accessible to explorers by foot, thanks to the reopening of the route. It is possible to connect with the country's history and culture by walking from the country's border with Tibet to its border with India.
Hikers in Bhutan will be able to go for the first time in 60 years.
New routes and trails are being developed as long-distance hiking continues to gain popularity. Four routes are in various stages of being designed and built.
Iraqi Kurdistan has never had a route dedicated to hiking long distances before. The new 137-mile Zagros Mountain Trail through Kurdistan will use historic pilgrimage routes and pass remote mountain villages. It will be a unique way to explore the region.
The best mountains for first-timers.
The Lost Sierra Route is intended to connect wilderness to mountain towns. The trail will go through dense forests, wide open basins, and peaks over 10,000 feet. The sections are scheduled to open as early as next year.
There are ten best hiking trails in California.
There is a heritage trail in Nepal. The route takes trekkers to over 60 high altitude lakes. The goal of the route is to align ecotourism opportunities with Indigenous practices along the wild landscape so that local community can champion sustainable tourism in the region.
The best treks in Nepal will take you to the top of the world.
Zelzin Aketzalli is a hiker on a mission to establish a hiking trail in Mexico. The historic route through Baja California will be followed by a route that goes through the desert and past missions.
There is a quest to revive Oaxaca's centuries-old mountain trails.
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