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17 January 2025Day Hike Packing Checklist: What to Pack for a Day Hike (with Printable List)What should you pack for a day hike? Here is the day hike checklist we actually use, from waterproofs and snacks to the emergency kit, with a printable list.
📍 EnglandTrail guide15 January 2025Old Harry Rocks Walk: A Complete Guide to the Ballard Down Circular from StudlandWalk out to the white chalk stacks of Old Harry Rocks, then climb onto Ballard Down for gorgeous views over Studland, Swanage and Poole Harbour. A lovely half-day loop you can do by bus.🥾 6.5 km⛰️ 180 mModerate
📍 FinlandTrail guide31 December 2024Pieni Karhunkierros: A Complete Guide to the Little Bear's Ring in Oulanka National ParkRapids, a waterfall, three suspension bridges and Finland's most photographed mill, all on one 12 km loop. Here is how to plan the Pieni Karhunkierros from Juuma in any season.🥾 12 km⛰️ 200 mModerate
📍 England30 November 2024Walks in Bedfordshire and the Chilterns: Our Favourite Local RoutesOur home patch! The best walks in Bedfordshire and the Chilterns, from Ivinghoe Beacon and the turquoise Kensworth Quarry to Barton Hills, Rushmere and Brill Windmill.
Trail guide11 November 2024Grand Canyon Track: A Complete Guide to the Blue Mountains Rainforest Loop from BlackheathWalk down into a cool, fern-filled canyon with waterfalls and a rock tunnel, then climb out to the stunning view at Evans Lookout. Here is everything you need to plan it.🥾 6.3 km⛰️ 425 mModerate
📍 USATrail guide6 November 2024Delicate Arch Trail: A Complete Guide to Arches National Park's Most Famous Hike (2026)The hike to Utah's most famous arch is short but steep, hot and exposed. Here is how to time it right, where to park and what you need to know for 2026.🥾 4.8 km⛰️ 146 mModerate