Our guide to ensuring your time spent cooking, singing and storytelling around the campfire is memorable for the right reasons

What is backpacking? We consider how (and if) backpacking differs from hiking and trekking, and delve into the many forms it can take

Compass bubbles: our guide to why they form, the affect they have on your navigation and what you can do about them

Wondering what to do if you get lost hiking? We guide you through the processes you should adopt if you find yourself lost on the mountain

Who was John Muir? We take a close look at the life of the influential ‘father of the National Parks’ and consider his ongoing legacy

Our guide to hiking in Italy: from sun-kissed coastal paths and towering volcanoes to the dramatic Dolomites and the splendour of the Western Alps

We define what your right to roam is, consider where it applies and what it means for your outdoor adventures

Hut to hut hiking is one of the best ways to journey through the high mountains on foot. We consider the practicalities and some of the best hut journeys

Our guide to the finest Cinque Terre Hikes reveals the secrets of these gloriously isolated and picturesque villages – plus when to go and other practicalities

In the battle of hardshell vs softshell we consider the advantages, disadvantages and uses of different types of hiking jacket

Want to know where to go hiking in France? Read our guide to some of the finest trails, from day walks in the shadow of Mont Blanc to long distance treks like Corsica’s spectacular GR20

There are so many positives to hiking with a dog: we consider the benefits, as well as dos, don’ts and other handy tips

We select eight of the best walks in the UK’s mountains, from horseshoe routes and ridge traverses to the best hiking routes up icons like Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon

Our guide to how much fuel to bring backpacking will help you plan accordingly, enjoy food and drink on the trail and save weight and space in your backpack

What is the most dangerous hiking trail in the world? From knife-edged ridges to chain ladders and rickety walkways we detail the most notorious and nerve-shredding hikes on Earth

What is hiking? It’s one of the world’s most popular outdoor activities but how did the pursuit of hiking first arise and does it differ from trekking, backpacking and mountaineering?

We ask the question, is hiking dangerous? We consider the dangers posed by adventures in the great outdoors and what you can do to mitigate them