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 ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. People who live in snowy climates with winter weather put snow tires on their cars to prevent accidents if they are smart (though ...

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, ...

We tested the best winter hiking boots available to keep you comfortable and crushing it all season long. To ensure we ...

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 ...

Why it’s different: Winter hiking isn’t just summer hiking in the cold—it demands specialized gear, skills, and awareness of increased risks like frostbite, hidden ice, and sudden weather changes.

MACKINAC ISLAND, MI – One of Mackinac Island’s most well-known guides who charms countless customers during the summer and fall as the guy behind the reins of horse-drawn tours has expanded his skills ...